The global shortage of donor organs remains one of the biggest challenges in transplant medicine. As of 2024, more than 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for organ transplants[1]. Scientists have long explored alternative solutions, and gene-edited animal organs have emerged as a viable option. Recently, researchers in China achieved a groundbreaking feat: they…
What is Bronchial Asthma? Bronchial asthma is a condition in which the airways intermittently narrow, causing shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing. These symptoms occur in a recurrent and episodic manner. Asthma is a common disease worldwide, affecting both children and adults, and its prevalence is increasing rapidly. In South Korea, approximately 5-10% of the…
What is Allergic Rhinitis? Allergic rhinitis is a type of allergic disorder in which the nasal mucosa exhibits hypersensitivity reactions to various allergens. It can lead to conditions such as sinusitis, nasal polyps, otitis media, sleep disturbances, and asthma. In children, chronic nasal congestion and mouth breathing may result in abnormal facial bone development and…
