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Allan Steigleman, University of Florida and Elizabeth M. Hofmeister, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Cataract surgery is one of the most popular and commonly performed procedures in the world. The vast majority of patients have excellent outcomes with few complications. Here are the numbers: By age 80, over half of all Americans have cataracts. Close to 4 million cataract surgeries are performed in the U.S. every year. Over 90% of patients have 20/20 vision with glasses after surgery, although those with other eye conditions may not do as well, including those with...

Addiction is a complex and multifaceted condition that affects millions of people across the globe. It is characterized by compulsive and uncontrollable behavior that persists despite negative consequences. Addiction can take many forms, and it...

Addiction is a complex and multifaceted condition that affects millions of people across the globe. It is characterized by compulsive and uncontrollable behavior that persists despite negative consequences. Addiction can take many forms, and it can involve a range of substances and behaviors. Drug addiction is perhaps the most well-known form of addiction. It involves the use of drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, and can lead to physical dependence, as well as a range of negative health consequences. Alcohol addiction is another common form of addiction. It involves the excessive consumption of alcohol, which can lead to a range of physical and mental health problems, as well as social, legal, and financial consequences. Nicotine addiction is another well-known form of...

Ciara McCabe, University of Reading - It’s often thought that if someone is depressed, they will feel sad or low most of the time. But what many don’t realise is that these aren’t the only symptoms of depression. Another common symptom of depression that is sometimes overlooked is the feeling that you no longer find the things you used to enjoy to be interesting or pleasurable. Known as anhedonia, this symptom is present in up to 75% of adults and young people with depression. But despite how common this symptom is, it remains one of the most difficult symptoms to treat and manage. Loss of pleasure Anhedonia is defined as the reduced interest or pleasure in all – or almost all –...

Ida Karlsson, Karolinska Institutet and Elsa Ojalehto, Karolinska Institutet - It’s well known that a high body mass index (BMI) has negative effects on our health, increasing the risk of several diseases. This is concerning since nearly one-third of the world’s population is now classified as overweight or obese. One disease strongly linked to obesity is cardiovascular disease (such as heart disease and stroke) which, according to the World Health Organization, is the leading cause of death worldwide. Obesity is a complex condition, and can be influenced both by genetics and a person’s lifestyle and environment. The latter can include air pollution, smoking, diet, physical activity, medications, education, socioeconomic status, and...

Jeremy Howick, University of Leicester - Empathic care in...

Mark Horowitz, UCL; Joanna Moncrieff, UCL, and Katharine Wallis,...

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes unwanted...

Allan Steigleman, University of Florida and Elizabeth M. Hofmeister,...