The 1919 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Belgian immunologist Jules Bordet for discovering the complement fixation phenomenon and laying the foundations for serological diagnostic methods. Bordet's work revolutionized laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases.
Abdominal bloating is an extremely common complaint, affecting 10-30% of adults. Although it is usually due to harmless causes, it can sometimes be the herald of serious disease. This guide covers the causes of abdominal bloating, diagnostic methods, dietary and lifestyle recommendations, and when to see a doctor.
Headache is one of the most common pain experiences, and almost everyone encounters it at least once in their life. In this guide we cover the types of headache, the differences between migraine and tension-type headache, alarm symptoms, when imaging is needed, and effective treatment options.
Abdominal pain is one of the most common reasons for emergency department visits and can range from simple gas pain to life-threatening acute abdomen. This guide covers types of abdominal pain, possible causes by region, alarm symptoms, and when to seek emergency care.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. While smoking is the most significant risk factor, it can also occur in individuals who have never smoked. Because it usually causes no symptoms in the early stages, diagnosis is most often made at an advanced stage. In this guide we cover the types of lung cancer, its risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, screening, and treatment approaches.
Jazz exploded from the 1940s to the 1960s — from bebop to cool jazz, hard bop to fusion. Legends like Miles Davis, Coltrane, and Rollins took the stage. How did this era shape modern jazz?
The Jazz Age! Legends like Louis Armstrong, Bechet, Hines, and Beiderbecke take the stage! The Chicago style is born, and jazz reflects the American spirit. What kind of phenomenon was jazz in this era?
A name among the giants of medical history — Dr. Laveran. His discoveries reached beyond his own era and placed him alongside Pasteur and Koch. He opened a new front in humanity's fight against its greatest enemies; his light still shines in every corner of modern medicine. Who was this remarkable scientist?
The first Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, awarded in 1901, went to Emil von Behring for developing diphtheria serum therapy and saving the lives of millions of children. Behring's discovery of antitoxins laid the foundations of modern immunology.