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Understanding Osgood-Schlatter Disease: A Common Cause of Knee Pain in Growing Children

[Physician's Column] By Jeong-Hyun Yoo, Guseong Seoul Orthopedic ClinicParents often attribute knee pain in children and adolescents to "growing pains." These discomforts arise when the periosteum, the membrane encasing bones, stretches and stimulates surrounding nerves as bones grow faster than adjacent muscles or tendons. Typically, such pains resolve without intervention. Yet, if pain, swelling, or warmth persists despite limited activity or typical growth, it may indicate a different condition. A medical evaluation is essential to identify the cause.One frequent knee issue in adolescents i
Medicine Kim Kuk Ju, HEALTH IN NEWS TEAM 2025.06.25 18:16
GentleMax Pro Laser Hair Removal: Preparing Skin for Summer

[Physician's Column] By Min-gyun Na, All Line ClinicSummer's arrival brings lighter clothing and greater skin exposure, underscoring the importance of meticulous grooming. Laser hair removal has become a favored approach for facial and body treatments, delivering both aesthetic refinement and hygienic benefits.The GentleMax Pro, a leading hair removal system, has gained prominence in dermatology for its efficacy across diverse skin types and hair textures. It employs a dual-wavelength platform—Alexandrite (755 nm) and Nd:YAG (1064 nm)—enabling customized treatments. Unlike traditional method
Medicine Lim Hye Jung, HEALTH IN NEWS TEAM 2025.06.25 18:10
Understanding Cataract Care and Surgery: A Guide for Aging Eyes

[Physician's Column] By Dr. Jin Woo Ro, Kangnam The Light Eye Center, Gwangju, KoreaAs populations age worldwide, cataract cases are rising sharply. Many patients mistake cataracts for presbyopia or delay treatment until symptoms become severe. Ophthalmologists stress that early diagnosis and systematic management are essential for optimal outcomes.Cataracts occur when the eye’s clear lens becomes opaque, leading to blurred vision. Aging is the primary cause, but diabetes, trauma, or prolonged ultraviolet exposure can also trigger the condition. Early symptoms often include glare from bright
Medicine Lim Hye Jung, HEALTH IN NEWS TEAM 2025.06.25 16:22
Spinal Stenosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options for Aging Adults

[Physician's Column] By Dr. Kyungwoo Park, Director of Kwanghye Spine Hospital.Lower back pain is a frequent complaint among middle-aged and older adults, often brushed off as an unavoidable part of aging. Many reach for over-the-counter pain relievers or heating patches, chalking up their discomfort to a weekend of overexertion or poor posture. Yet this dismissive approach can obscure serious conditions. Spinal stenosis, nearly as common as herniated discs in older populations, can severely diminish mobility and quality of life if not addressed early.The spine, the body’s central pillar, beg
Medicine Kim Kuk Ju, HEALTH IN NEWS TEAM 2025.06.19 23:00
Stem Cell IV Therapy: A Promising Anti-Aging Solution at CELLTING Clinic

[Physician's Column] By Dr. Sang A Yoon, Director of CELLTING Clinic, CheongdamAs aging populations worldwide fuel heightened interest in health and appearance, stem cell intravenous (IV) therapy has emerged as a sought-after anti-aging intervention. Patients are drawn to its potential to address declining skin elasticity, wrinkles, and fatigue, while also enhancing physical recovery and immune function.Stem cells, with their unique capacity to regenerate and repair damaged cells, are administered intravenously to deliver systemic anti-aging benefits across the body.This therapy channels stem
Medicine Lim Hye Jung, HEALTH IN NEWS TEAM 2025.06.19 21:10
Study Links PM2.5 Exposure to Cardiovascular Risks in Cancer Survivors, Reveals Pandemic’s Impact

SEOUL, South Korea — A collaborative research team from Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital and Seoul National University Hospital has established a significant link between ultrafine particulate matter (PM2.5) exposure and increased cardiovascular risks in cancer survivors, with distinct differences before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Published in *Atmospheric Pollution Research*, this study is the first to compare the short-term effects of PM2.5 exposure on cardiovascular outcomes in this vulnerable population across these periods.Using data from South Korea’s National Health Insurance Service,
Medicine Health In News Team Lim Hye Jeong 2025.06.16 15:34
Advanced 3D Simulation Knee Replacement Surgery Gains Traction for Osteoarthritis Treatment

As warmer weather encourages outdoor activities like hiking, walking, and golf, the incidence of osteoarthritis—a degenerative joint disease characterized by progressive articular cartilage loss, leading to pain, inflammation, and reduced range of motion—increases. This condition predominantly affects middle-aged and older adults, and without timely intervention, it can severely impair mobility and quality of life.For early to mid-stage osteoarthritis with mild symptoms, treatments such as stromal vascular fraction (SVF) injections, derived from autologous adipose tissue, or platelet-rich pl
Medicine Health In News Team Kim Kuk Ju 2025.06.09 16:20
Yonsei University Develops AI Model to Predict Atrial Fibrillation Using Blood Protein Analysis

SEOUL, South Korea — Researchers at Yonsei University College of Medicine have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that predicts atrial fibrillation (AF) by analyzing blood protein data, offering a novel tool for early detection of this common cardiac arrhythmia.The approach, requiring only a small blood sample, enables identification of individuals at risk for AF before symptoms manifest. The study was led by Professors Boyoung Joung, Daehoon Kim, and Hanjin Park from the Division of Cardiology, alongside Assistant Professor Pil-sung Yang from the Department of Biomedical Science
Medicine Health In News Team Lim Hye Jeong, 2025.06.09 14:17