Sunscreen provides protection against the harmful effects of exposure to ultraviolet radiation. However, not all sunscreens are made the same. […]
Heath and Medicine
UVA vs. UVB Damage: The Difference
Ultraviolet A or UVA and Ultraviolet B or UVB are forms of electromagnetic radiation and examples of an electromagnetic wave […]
The Science of Sunburn: Causes, Mechanism, and Effects
A sunburn is a radiation burn that affects primarily the skin and other tissues such as the eyes and lips. […]
Explainer: How Sunscreens Work
Sunscreens have become essential in skin care due to the protection they provide from the harmful ultraviolet radiation coming from […]
Sunscreen vs. Sunblock: What is the Difference
There are topical skincare products specifically formulated to protect the skin from the damaging and potentially cancerous effects of the […]
Simple Carbohydrates vs Complex Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates or saccharides are one of the three macronutrients alongside fat and proteins. Hence, as such, our bodies need them […]
Patient-Centered and People-Centered Care: Background
Numerous health care practitioners have recommended redirecting the modern healthcare system from the traditional doctor-centered and disease-centered approaches to one […]
Macrophages: Functions, Mechanism, Significance
Macrophages are one of the major types of white blood cells or leukocytes of the immune system that play an […]
Thymus: Functions and Significance
The thymus is a primary lymphoid organ located behind the sternum, between the upper portions of the lungs, and in […]
What are Chemokines: Role in Immune Response
Chemokines are small proteins that form a specific class or subgroup of signaling molecules called cytokines. Note that the word […]