Cough is a vital protective reflex of the airways, but when it persists or comes with certain alarm symptoms it can signal a serious illness. In this guide, I cover the physiology of the cough reflex, the distinction between acute, subacute and chronic cough, the most common causes, evidence-based home methods and when antitussives are appropriate.
Where are the roots of jazz? From 19th-century New Orleans to African dances, from the two faces of the blues to ragtime... How did African and European music merge to give birth to jazz? Find out now!
A legendary talent from Izmir reaching out to Turkish music! Bass virtuoso Nurhat Şensesli, creator of Laço Tayfa's funky groove, brought together traditional Turkish melodies and contemporary sounds. Discover the story of this master musician — composer of "Kış Güneşi," master of the slap bass, and shaper of music through countless collaborations.
A burn is damage to the skin and underlying tissues caused by heat, chemical agents, electricity or radiation. Correct first aid can save lives. This comprehensive guide covers burn classification, proper first-aid methods, hospital treatment, and the common mistakes that make injuries worse.
Sore throat is a common complaint experienced by almost everyone, particularly in the winter months. While it is most often associated with a viral infection, bacterial causes can sometimes lead to serious complications. In this guide we cover the causes of sore throat, effective home methods you can use, when antibiotics are appropriate, and red flags that should prompt a doctor visit.
Discovering the power of rare events, coining a new concept for the opposite of fragility, and unafraid to criticize anyone from Wall Street to academia, Nassim Taleb is the most original thinker of the age of uncertainty.
The 1902 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to British physician Ronald Ross, who proved that the malaria parasite is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. Ross's discovery laid the foundation for the fight against one of the deadliest diseases in human history.
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is essential for the immune system, collagen synthesis, and antioxidant defense. Because our body cannot synthesize vitamin C, we need to obtain it daily from the diet. In this guide we cover the scientifically proven benefits of vitamin C, daily requirements, food sources, deficiency (scurvy), supplements, and proper use.
The father of editing, Lev Kuleshov! With the famous "Kuleshov Effect" experiment, he discovered the fundamental language of cinema. In his workshop at the VGIK he trained masters such as Pudovkin and Eisenstein. Meet the architect of film language!