Professor Dave Explains
The Birth of the Pharmaceutical Industry
Earlier in the series we talked about how it was the artificial dye industry that gave way to the pharmaceutical industry in the latter half of the 19th century. Let's now examine the first large pharma companies to emerge, and the...
Healthcare Triage
A Study on Fish Oil Supplements!
I spend a lot of time knocking supplements for not having research behind them. It's important therefore to highlight when such research is done. Today we're looking at a very good study on whether fish oil supplements can help people...
Curated Video
A Comprehensive Overview of Aspirin
Aspirin is a medication commonly used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation. It is also effective in preventing heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots. However, it is important to be aware of potential side effects and allergies...
Professor Dave Explains
Acetaminophen/Paracetamol (Tylenol)
Acetaminophen, more commonly known by brand names such as Tylenol, is not a true NSAID, as it does not have anti-inflammatory properties. However, it is commonly discussed alongside NSAIDs as it has similar antipyretic and analgesic...
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What Is Benzene
Learn the basics about the properties and chemistry of benzene, as a part of organic chemistry. Benzene is an organic molecule. Benzene is a colourless liquid at room temperature. Its boiling point is 80 degrees C. It’s found naturally...
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Modern Medicine
Learn about the bizarre and often dangerous medical treatments used in America up until the 20th century.
Curated Video
What we know about the state of Trump’s health | About That
Photos of U.S. President Donald Trump's bruised hand and swollen ankles have led to speculation about his health. The White House confirmed Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency — a common condition associated with...
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Trump Diagnosed With Chronic Venous Insufficiency Following Leg Swelling
US President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common vein condition causing leg swelling. His doctor reports no serious health concerns, and treatment can effectively manage symptoms.
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Trump Leg Swelling: Leavitt Scrambles To Explain 'Chronic Venous Insufficiency' After Media Buzz
A media storm erupted over Donald Trump’s visible leg swelling during a recent appearance. White House spokesperson, Karoline Leavitt, however swiftly clarified it. Watch
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Outpouring of support, stories after Chrissy Teigan shares loss of baby
Model, cookbook author and TV personality Chrissy Teigan sharing her emotional story of losing her third child with singer John Legend has sparked an outpouring of support for others who’ve had similar experiences and inspired others to...
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Extreme close up of a computer monitor; a cursor checks medications, aspirin, Atorvastatin, Clopidogrel, Metoprolol, Mupirocin.
Extreme close up of a computer monitor; a cursor checks medications, aspirin, Atorvastatin, Clopidogrel, Metoprolol, Mupirocin.
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CGI showing space-filling three-dimensional molecular model of an aspirin molecule rotating in space
CGI showing space-filling three-dimensional molecular model of an aspirin molecule rotating in space
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Effervescent tablet dissolving in water
Effervescent tablet dissolving in glass with water. Video.
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Sick Woman dissolving aspirine
Young Woman Sick in Bed. Recorded by the camera RED scarlet at 2k. Color correction professionally done.