https://www.medboundtimes.com/healthcare-corruption/south-korean-professor-dental-admission-fraud https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/8i93jyl9/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-25-2026-065524-PM.webp Former South Korean professor jailed for using graduate students' research to help his daughter secure dental school admission. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/g5fx20xf/pexels_ekaterina_bolovtsova_6077326__12_.webp The Supreme Court dismissed Lee's appeal, finding no legal errors in the lower court's judgment. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T14:30:00.000Z South Korean Ex-Professor Jailed for Using Students' Research to Secure Daughter's Dental School Admission dental, Fraud, Korean professor jailed, South Korea research misconduct, dental school admission fraud, Seoul National University, Sungkyunkwan University, research integrity, Supreme Court South Korea https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/best-lasik-eye-surgery-buffalo-ny https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/lvdnpjpu/pexels-fernando-capetillo-94107723-33857824-1-1.webp LASIK eye surgery can reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/jacw9a8u/pexels_ai25studioai_6749697.webp Flexible financing options can make LASIK eye surgery more affordable for eligible patients. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/3hzn6wc1/pexels_fernando_capetillo_94107723_33857825__1_.webp Flexible financing options can make LASIK eye surgery more affordable for eligible patients. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T13:30:00.000Z 7 Best LASIK Eye Surgery Providers in Buffalo, NY (2026) surgery, eye, LASIK eye surgery Buffalo NY, best LASIK Buffalo, laser vision correction, LASIK surgery, Buffalo eye surgery, vision correction, LASIK providers Buffalo, excimer laser, nearsightedness treatment, farsightedness treatment https://www.medboundtimes.com/usa/karyna-shuliak-jeffrey-epstein-estate https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/hp2sf3oh/pexels-mart-production-7231804.webp The trust signed by Epstein shortly before his death outlines how he intended his estate to be distributed. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/kmlsr0si/Screenshot-2026-07-27-130225.webp The trust also references a 32.73-carat diamond ring, describing it as a gift made "in contemplation of marriage." Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T12:15:24.902Z New DOJ Files Reveal Belarusian Dentist Karyna Shuliak as Primary Beneficiary of Jeffrey Epstein's $100 Million Estate dentist, Karyna Shuliak, Jeffrey Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein estate, Jeffrey Epstein trust, Karyna Shuliak dentist, Belarusian dentist, DOJ files, Epstein inheritance, Columbia dental school, estate beneficiary https://www.medboundtimes.com/india/maharashtra-five-star-rating-government-hospitals https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/zkmk2nm3/pexels-sals-3358707-5049242.webp Maharashtra's new five-star rating system will evaluate 623 government hospitals to improve healthcare quality, transparency, and accountability across the state's public health network. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/vgj4pxxq/pexels_purple24_2299924_7617604.webp Diagnostic services, including X-ray facilities, will be among the quality indicators assessed under Maharashtra's new hospital rating framework. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T10:30:00.000Z Maharashtra Launches Five-Star Rating System for 623 Government Hospitals Maharashtra, government hospital, Five-star hospital rating system , Maharashtra hospital rating, Public healthcare Maharashtra , Government hospitals Maharashtra, Maharashtra Public Health Department, Hospital quality assessment, Essential medicines , Diagnostic facilities, Government Resolution , Public hospitals India, Hospital accreditation https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/myofascial-muscle-pain-syndrome-chiropractic-care https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/8u0qvasw/pexels-jonathanborba-27730452-1.webp Myofascial pain syndrome can cause persistent muscle pain and sensitive trigger points. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/8waoodsd/pexels_danikprihodko_8219157.jpg A top-down view of blue kinesiology tape applied to a person's shoulder. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T09:30:00.000Z Beyond a Stubborn Muscle Knot: Understanding Myofascial Pain Syndrome and Where Chiropractic Care Fits muscle, Pain, myofascial pain syndrome, chronic muscle pain, myofascial trigger points, MPS, persistent muscle pain, muscle ache, referred pain, musculoskeletal pain, soft tissue pain, chiropractic care https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/nmc-dm-feeder-qualification-2026 https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/jcqayn73/magnificindian-senior-doctor-and-ubE3qq5QLD.png The question at the heart of the NMC's review: which postgraduate qualifications can prepare a doctor for the next level of specialization. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/ziai6l5g/NationalMedicalCommission.webp National Medical Commission has constituted a three member sub committee to review feeder eligibility for Doctorate of Medicine courses https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/bp1vxzq3/doctor-writing-report.webp For now, eligibility rules remain exactly as they were. Any change still requires formal review and approval Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T08:32:36.840Z NMC Panel to Review 3 New DM Feeder Pathways: MD Biochemistry, MD Emergency Medicine, and MD Tropical Medicine MD, National Medical Commission (NMC), medical education https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/how-to-make-healthcare-decisions-2027 https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/db1sz748/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735697.webp Compare healthcare plans, providers, and costs before making medical decisions. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/23oauzlz/pexels_tara_winstead_7723389.webp Protect your personal and financial information when researching healthcare. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T07:00:00.000Z How Healthcare Consumers Can Make More Confident Decisions in 2027 HEALTHCARE, health insurance, healthcare decisions, insurance plans, healthcare plans, Medicare coverage, treatment costs, healthcare services, healthcare research, healthcare consumers, compare health insurance, informed healthcare choices https://www.medboundtimes.com/daily-pulse/nhs-dr-jonathan-chin-england-commonwealth-games-weightlifting https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/wagmb2yz/Screenshot-2026-07-27-104128.webp NHS doctor Jonathan Chin will represent Team England in the men's 71 kg weightlifting event at his first Commonwealth Games after balancing a demanding medical career with elite sport. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-27/6bl9gou0/pexels_victorfreitas_949129.webp Olympic weightlifting requires athletes to meet strict bodyweight categories before competition, making careful preparation an important part of the sport. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T06:20:18.388Z NHS Doctor Jonathan Chin to Represent Team England in Commonwealth Games Weightlifting Debut NHS, doctor, Jonathan Chin, Commonwealth Games, Commonwealth Games weightlifting, men's 71 kg weightlifting , NHS athlete, Jonathan Chin weightlifting , Chapel Brampton , Commonwealth Games debut, Team England weightlifting , UK doctor athlete https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/everyday-chemical-exposure-toxicologist-tips https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-07/dd308pfd/pexels-polina-tankilevitch-4440533-1.webp Everyday activities can expose us to multiple chemicals, but simple choices may help reduce unnecessary exposure. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-07/0o190b4k/pexels_sanatharabesi_6525852__1_.webp Exposomics helps scientists understand how lifelong chemical exposures may influence human health. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T04:30:00.000Z Exposure to Everyday Chemicals Can Add Up – A Toxicologist Offers Simple Steps to Reduce Your Dose chemicals, everyday chemical exposure, toxic chemicals, household chemicals, health risks, cleaning products, personal care products, environmental toxins, chemical safety, indoor air pollution, public health, reducing chemical exposure https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/philadelphia-neonatologist-on-nicu-baby-air-risks https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-22/igyk9ffb/pexels-vidalbalielojrfotografia-4005606-1.webp Discharge from the NICU marks a major milestone as families finally bring their premature baby home. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-22/53cbt2fn/pexels_gabi_orrico_194178369_28206179_1_1.webp Premature babies may continue to face harmful air pollution both before birth and after returning home from the NICU. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T02:30:00.000Z I'm a Philadelphia Neonatologist. Every Time I Discharge a Baby From the NICU, I Worry About the Air They'll Breathe at Home neonatologist, baby, NICU discharge, neonatal intensive care unit, premature babies, preterm infants, newborn health, infant lung development, NICU care, neonatal health, baby discharge https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/young-men-health-guide-to-avoiding-looksmaxxing-risks https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/o4pkajl1/pexels-ron-lach-9255011.webp Experts warn that viral looksmaxxing trends can harm the physical and mental health of young men. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/8m65xls7/pexels_karola_g_7195182__1_.webp Always seek health advice from qualified medical professionals, not social media influencers. Medbound Times en 2026-07-27T00:30:00.000Z Broken Jaw, Shattered Confidence: How to Help Young Men Avoid Risks of Looksmaxxing mental health, men, health, looksmaxxing, looksmaxxing trends, bone smashing, mewing, social media trends, young men, body image, cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery, UT Southwestern https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/miscarriage-treatments-to-help-families https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/xzyfw5hz/pexels-mart-production-7088833-1.webp Nearly 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage before 20 weeks. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/lmdij5qa/pexels_karola_g_6134923__1_.webp Support after miscarriage can help families heal emotionally and move forward. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T22:00:00.000Z The Medical Minute: After Miscarriage, Finding Answers and a Path Forward miscarriage, women, medical, pregnancy loss, miscarriage treatment, pregnancy complications, maternal health, women's health, cervical cerclage, prenatal care, miscarriage support, pregnancy after loss, fertility health https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/drug-resistant-gonorrhea-public-health-risk https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/m9fvk36a/pexels-karola-g-4021811-1-2.webp Drug-resistant gonorrhea is making infections harder to treat worldwide. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/87km236v/Neisseria_gonorrhoeae_PHIL_3693_lores.webp New research highlights better testing and treatment options for drug-resistant gonorrhea. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T19:30:00.000Z Drug-Resistant Gonorrhea: Why It Matters and What Comes Next gonorrhea, public health, drug-resistant gonorrhea, antibiotic resistance, antimicrobial resistance, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, STI, sexually transmitted infection, gonorrhea treatment, infectious diseases, rapid resistance testing, new antibiotics https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/social-media-use-linked-to-anxiety-in-young-adults https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/9buadt9u/pexels-dshaidovskyi-14385055-1.webp Heavy social media use is linked to higher anxiety and suicidal thoughts in teens. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/8rl00sip/pexels_mart_production_7481977__2_.webp Researchers tracked social media use from early adolescence into young adulthood. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T17:30:00.000Z Increased Social Media Use Linked to Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation Among Young Adults, UTHealth Houston Researchers Find social media, anxiety, teenagers, suicidal ideation, social media use, youth mental health, excessive screen time, mental health, adolescent health, UTHealth Houston, social media addiction, teen anxiety https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/why-mercury-thermometers-were-banned https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/ivqiq693/Medicalmercurythermometer.webp A German-made mercury thermometer from the early 1900s, shown with its original case https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/hdmeo5ix/Mercuryescaped-from-broken-thermomter.webp Mercury forms distinct beads rather than spreading like water, which is part of why a spill is so hard to fully clean up https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/ouvqhnnb/digital-thermometer-vs-mercury-thermometer.webp Digital thermometers replaced mercury ones largely for safety, not because they're always more precise Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T16:18:43.032Z Why Mercury Thermometers Were Banned: The 300-Year Medical Tool Finally Phased Out Worldwide thermometers, mercury https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/racing-heart-arrhythmia-causes-and-treatment https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/by85svwy/26349258qeznth3a220113-1.webp A racing heart or skipped beat may be a sign of an arrhythmia. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-24/vywj7x4r/pexels_cottonbro_7858245__1___2_.webp Catheter ablation can treat abnormal heart rhythms by targeting faulty electrical signals. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T13:30:00.000Z Mayo Clinic Q&A: Is My Racing Heart an Arrhythmia? arrhythmia, heart, heart arrhythmia, heart palpitations, skipped heartbeat, abnormal heart rhythm, slow heartbeat, fast heartbeat, causes of arrhythmia, arrhythmia symptoms, heart health https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/rejection-hurts-kids-teens-mental-health https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/f6vpipag/pexels-648298123-29065605.webp Rejection can feel deeply painful, but with the right support, kids and teens can build resilience and regain confidence. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/lj9wpikz/pexels_kindelmedia_8550682__1_.webp Dwelling on rejection can lower self-esteem, but focusing on growth helps children and teens move forward. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T10:30:00.000Z Rejection Hurts: How to Help Kids and Teens Bounce Back When They’ve Missed Out Teen, mental health, rejection in children, teen rejection, coping with rejection, child mental health, adolescent mental health, parenting advice, helping kids handle rejection, self-worth, emotional wellbeing, rejection and mental health https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/stress-long-covid-women-symptoms https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/ekoo9hnx/pexels-gustavo-fring-5934484-2.webp A new study suggests stress may contribute to Long COVID symptoms in women with young children, highlighting the need for holistic post-COVID care. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/0b3qwi6f/pexels_enginakyurt_5103431__1_.webp Researchers found that stress may be linked to Long COVID in women and could contribute to gender differences in the condition. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T07:30:00.000Z Study Reveals Stress a Significant Factor in Women Experiencing Long COVID covid, Woman, stress, Long COVID, Long COVID symptoms, women, mothers, maternal mental health, post-COVID syndrome, SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 recovery, women's health https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/replacing-gas-stoves-with-electric-stoves-reduces-asthma https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/d3tgrqk3/pexels-kindelmedia-8172864-1.webp Gas stoves release pollutants that can worsen indoor air quality and increase the risk of asthma symptoms. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/ckxl544j/pexels_honye_sanges_1938215_4063198__1_.webp The researchers note that larger, long-term studies are needed to better understand the effects of switching from gas to electric stoves. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T04:30:00.000Z Replacing Gas Stoves With Electric Stoves Greatly Reduces Asthma Symptoms asthma, lung, gas stoves, electric stoves, asthma symptoms, indoor air pollution, induction stoves, respiratory health, nitrogen dioxide, lung health, asthma research https://www.medboundtimes.com/usa/doctors-warn-child-measles-vaccination-decline https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/29j6ipba/e6ShLcCA-1.webp Dr. Emilie Morris says children with severe measles often become dehydrated, struggle to breathe, and appear extremely ill. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/htzo7bcf/hJlY6t1A.webp Southwestern Utah has been hit hard by an ongoing measles outbreak that’s lasted for more than a year. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/ijr7zl0u/40GWYulg__1_.webp The Southwest Utah Public Health Department stocks vaccines against measles, whooping cough, tetanus, hepatitis B, and other diseases. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T02:30:00.000Z ‘The Child Is Terrified’: Doctors on the Front Lines of a Measles Comeback Speak Out Measles, vaccination, child measles, doctors, measles outbreak, MMR vaccine, childhood vaccination, vaccine hesitancy, pediatric health, measles complications, vaccination rates, pediatric health https://www.medboundtimes.com/usa/aging-in-place-older-adults-golden-girls-housing https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/p090zngv/pexels-cottonbro-7231073.webp Rising housing costs are encouraging older adults to share homes, helping them stay independent, safe, and socially connected. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/wrxfk7tq/pexels_kindelmedia_7579361__1_.webp Home sharing makes better use of existing homes, offering more affordable housing without new construction. Medbound Times en 2026-07-26T00:30:00.000Z To Afford Aging in Place, Older Adults Turn to ‘Golden Girls’ Housing older adults, aging in place, Golden Girls housing, shared housing, senior home sharing, affordable senior housing, independent aging, aging at home, retirement housing, senior living solutions https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/how-babywearing-helps-parent-child-bonds https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/6pk9q127/pexels-steven-morrissette-243126729-14086264-2.webp Touch is vital for a baby's growth, helping build emotional bonds, security, and healthy development from birth. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/j212ngqy/pexels_rdne_6849358.webp Babywearing is an affordable, practical way for parents and caregivers to comfort babies while supporting bonding and everyday care. Medbound Times en 2026-07-25T22:00:00.000Z How Babywearing Helps Establish Parent-Child Bonds parents, child, babywearing, parent-child bond, physical closeness, infant touch, caregiver bonding, caregiver bonding, baby development, skin-to-skin contact, infant dependency, responsive caregiving https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/engineered-gut-bacteria-pancreatic-cancer-treatment https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/o5660pob/pexels-anntarazevich-8016926-2.webp Pancreatic tumors create a “cold” microenvironment that blocks immune cells, limiting immunotherapy’s effectiveness. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/6bgapb4c/6905539_39705.webp In animal models, BifidoSumIL-2 accumulated in tumors, boosted CD8+ T-cell activity, and slowed pancreatic cancer growth. Medbound Times en 2026-07-25T19:30:00.000Z Bugs as Drugs: Engineered Gut Bacteria Show Promise Against Pancreatic Cancer pancreatic cancer, gut bacteria, cancer immunotherapy, cold tumor microenvironment, tumor microenvironment, immunotherapy resistance, hard-to-treat cancers, immune cells, pancreatic tumors, immune attack https://www.medboundtimes.com/biotechnology/who-is-an-embryologist-in-ivf https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-25/x772l74g/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-25-2026-103304-PM.png Clinical embryologists play a pivotal role in IVF by handling eggs, sperm, and embryos under highly controlled laboratory conditions, helping millions of individuals and couples achieve parenthood. Medbound Times en 2026-07-25T18:28:59.687Z World Embryologist Day 2026: Who Is an Embryologist and Why Are They Essential to IVF? IVF https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/mayo-clinic-sacroiliac-joint-pain-surgery https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-07/okxsbvpa/pexels-duksi-30798950-1.webp Persistent lower back and hip pain may be caused by the sacroiliac joint. Experts explain when surgery could help. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-07-07/alofsr1u/pexels_duksi_30964455__1_.webp Minimally invasive SI joint surgery uses small implants to stabilize the joint and help reduce pain. Medbound Times en 2026-07-25T17:13:07.645Z Mayo Clinic Q&A: Can Surgery Alleviate Sacroiliac Joint Pain and Issues? Pain, surgery, sacroiliac joint pain, SI joint pain, SI joint surgery, lower back pain, sacroiliac joint, hip pain, chronic back pain, minimally invasive surgery