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    AIKEN
    外科醫生|高級臨床講師|醫學家
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    在英國倫敦長大,通曉多國語言,自幼醉心於醫學、天文與人文科學。年少時便喜愛閱讀與旅行,從小就經常往返各國,對異地風土與文化習以為常。長年持續探索世界各地的歷史、文化和經濟脈絡。大學時期立志從醫,如今投身於臨床、科研與教學之路,樂此不疲。真正全職是喝咖啡、看世界;寫作則是兼職,攝影與作曲是興趣。閒暇時愛好滑雪、射擊、劍擊、騎馬與高爾夫球。偶爾也喜歡駕駛遊艇和小型飛機放飛自我,任由思緒在雲與浪之間自由穿梭。
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The Recent Surge of Respiratory Illnesses in China: Separating Fact from Speculation
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Understanding Hyperchloremia: When Chloride Levels in Blood Are High
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Advancements and Challenges in Alzheimer's Disease Treatment
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The Potential Impact of Low-Carb Diets on Prediabetes: Insights from a Clinical Trial
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The Efficacy of Triple Combination Therapy in Cystic Fibrosis Treatment
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Recent Insights on COVID-19 Origins: New Data from Wuhan Market Prompts Scientific Discussion
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Antifungal Medications: Your Defence Against Fungal Infections
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The Unexpected Role of Raccoon Dogs in the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Beyond Zoonotic Origins: The Intricate Quest for the Genesis of SARS-CoV-2
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Optimal Sleep Schedule: The Best Time to Sleep for Your Health
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Revolutionising Cancer Treatment: The Promise of Radioimmunotherapy
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Anti-Smoking Medications: Pros, Cons, and Side Effects
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Acute Monocytic Leukemia: Understanding the Disease and its Management
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Candida auris: An Emerging Pathogen Resistant to Treatment
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#55
The Surprising Health Benefits of Cold Showers
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Why naming diseases after places is not stigmatising?
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#53
Why SARS-CoV-2 is a Better Name than COVID-19?
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#52
Understanding Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Its Treatment
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The Importance of Regular Physical Activity for Kids
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What is Ectopic Fat, and What Should You Know About It?
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Why Exercise is the Best Remedy for Mental Health
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Workload or Productivity: Finding the Right Balance for a Sustainable Life
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The Benefits of Exercise for Mental Health: The Science Behind the Connection
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Olanzapine: Its Uses, Dosage, and Side Effects
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Smoking and Cancer
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E-cigarettes vs Cigarettes: the Differences and the Health Risks
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The Dangers of Smoking and E-cigarettes
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What Is Type 1 Diabetes and How Can We Manage It?
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#40
Revolutionising Healthcare: The Rise of Personalised Medicine and AI
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Managing Type 2 Diabetes
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Alopecia: The Cause of Hair Loss
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#36
Assessing the Public Health Risk of the Omicron XBB.1.5 Variant: A Rapid Risk Assessment
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"Afterdrop": Why Some People Feel Cold After Swimming
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#34
Testosterone: The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Levels in Men
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#33
Managing Hypothyroidism: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
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#32
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#31
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#30
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#29
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#28
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#27
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The Global Burden of Malaria
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The Ten Health Benefits of Drinking Tea
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#23
XBB.1.5 Omicron: The COVID Sub-Variant Raising Concerns About Vaccine Effective
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What Have We Learnt From The Pandemic?
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In a world where science often speaks in whispers few can hear, this blog seeks to translate the language of medicine into something more human — more accessible. Each post offers a window into the latest developments in healthcare and biomedical research, thoughtfully unpacked for the curious mind. Whether it’s a new treatment on the horizon, a shift in clinical thinking, or a quiet breakthrough in a distant lab, the goal here is not to overwhelm but to inform — with clarity, precision, and a touch of wonder. This is medicine, demystified.


Disclaimer: The content provided on this blog is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you've read on this blog.

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#77
The Recent Surge of Respiratory Illnesses in China: Separating Fact from Speculation
0 Likes
134 Reads
0 Comments
#76
Understanding Hyperchloremia: When Chloride Levels in Blood Are High
1 Like
365 Reads
0 Comments
#75
Advancements and Challenges in Alzheimer's Disease Treatment
3 Likes
454 Reads
0 Comments
#74
Regrowing Hair with Minoxidil: How This Blood Pressure Drug Boosts Follicles
1 Like
388 Reads
0 Comments
#73
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1 Like
381 Reads
0 Comments
#72
How Does Paracetamol Work?
1 Like
441 Reads
0 Comments
#71
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1 Like
408 Reads
0 Comments
#70
Why Is Vitamin C Important to Our Health?
1 Like
486 Reads
0 Comments
#69
The Potential Impact of Low-Carb Diets on Prediabetes: Insights from a Clinical Trial
1 Like
453 Reads
0 Comments
#68
The Efficacy of Triple Combination Therapy in Cystic Fibrosis Treatment
1 Like
532 Reads
0 Comments
#67
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2 Likes
352 Reads
0 Comments
#66
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1 Like
407 Reads
0 Comments
#65
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1 Like
421 Reads
0 Comments
#64
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1 Like
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0 Comments
#63
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0 Comments
#62
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1 Like
446 Reads
0 Comments
#61
Beyond Zoonotic Origins: The Intricate Quest for the Genesis of SARS-CoV-2
1 Like
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0 Comments
#60
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1 Like
376 Reads
0 Comments
#59
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1 Like
359 Reads
0 Comments
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1 Like
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0 Comments
#57
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1 Like
399 Reads
0 Comments
#56
Candida auris: An Emerging Pathogen Resistant to Treatment
1 Like
448 Reads
0 Comments
#55
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2 Likes
435 Reads
0 Comments
#54
Why naming diseases after places is not stigmatising?
2 Likes
325 Reads
0 Comments
#53
Why SARS-CoV-2 is a Better Name than COVID-19?
1 Like
455 Reads
0 Comments
#52
Understanding Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Its Treatment
1 Like
487 Reads
0 Comments
#51
The Importance of Regular Physical Activity for Kids
1 Like
449 Reads
0 Comments
#50
Dispelling COVID-19 Vaccine Myths
1 Like
428 Reads
0 Comments
#49
What is Ectopic Fat, and What Should You Know About It?
1 Like
304 Reads
0 Comments
#48
Why Exercise is the Best Remedy for Mental Health
1 Like
305 Reads
0 Comments
#47
Workload or Productivity: Finding the Right Balance for a Sustainable Life
1 Like
337 Reads
0 Comments
#46
The Benefits of Exercise for Mental Health: The Science Behind the Connection
1 Like
394 Reads
0 Comments
#45
Olanzapine: Its Uses, Dosage, and Side Effects
1 Like
460 Reads
0 Comments
#44
Smoking and Cancer
1 Like
466 Reads
0 Comments
#43
E-cigarettes vs Cigarettes: the Differences and the Health Risks
1 Like
506 Reads
0 Comments
#42
The Dangers of Smoking and E-cigarettes
1 Like
410 Reads
0 Comments
#41
What Is Type 1 Diabetes and How Can We Manage It?
1 Like
436 Reads
0 Comments
#40
Revolutionising Healthcare: The Rise of Personalised Medicine and AI
2 Likes
337 Reads
0 Comments
#39
Managing Type 2 Diabetes
1 Like
345 Reads
0 Comments
#38
Examining China's Recent Surge in COVID-19 Cases and Deaths
1 Like
429 Reads
0 Comments
#37
Alopecia: The Cause of Hair Loss
1 Like
350 Reads
0 Comments
#36
Assessing the Public Health Risk of the Omicron XBB.1.5 Variant: A Rapid Risk Assessment
1 Like
403 Reads
0 Comments
#35
"Afterdrop": Why Some People Feel Cold After Swimming
2 Likes
380 Reads
0 Comments
#34
Testosterone: The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Levels in Men
3 Likes
389 Reads
0 Comments
#33
Managing Hypothyroidism: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
1 Like
375 Reads
0 Comments
#32
Managing Hyperthyroidism: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
1 Like
987 Reads
0 Comments
#31
How Improving Your Gut Health Can Ease Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety
2 Likes
469 Reads
0 Comments
#30
The Symptoms and Treatment of Croup in Children
1 Like
416 Reads
0 Comments
#29
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1 Like
438 Reads
0 Comments
#28
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3 Likes
403 Reads
0 Comments
#27
Do You Really Need to Take Vitamin C supplements?
1 Like
382 Reads
0 Comments
#26
The Global Burden of Malaria
1 Like
389 Reads
0 Comments
#25
The Ten Health Benefits of Drinking Tea
1 Like
460 Reads
1 Comment
#24
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2 Likes
410 Reads
0 Comments
#23
XBB.1.5 Omicron: The COVID Sub-Variant Raising Concerns About Vaccine Effective
2 Likes
501 Reads
0 Comments
#22
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7 Likes
633 Reads
16 Comments
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1 Like
489 Reads
0 Comments
#20
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1 Like
520 Reads
0 Comments
#19
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1 Like
488 Reads
0 Comments
#18
Understanding the Emergence of COVID-19 Variants
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370 Reads
0 Comments
#17
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1 Like
448 Reads
6 Comments
#16
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2 Likes
532 Reads
0 Comments
#15
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1 Like
472 Reads
0 Comments
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439 Reads
0 Comments
#13
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1 Like
433 Reads
0 Comments
#12
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1 Like
390 Reads
0 Comments
#11
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1 Like
428 Reads
0 Comments
#10
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0 Comments
#9
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1 Like
456 Reads
0 Comments
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1 Like
443 Reads
0 Comments
#7
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1 Like
485 Reads
0 Comments
#6
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2 Likes
559 Reads
0 Comments
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The Zika Virus: a Cause for Concern
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604 Reads
0 Comments
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2 Likes
562 Reads
0 Comments
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2 Likes
602 Reads
0 Comments
#2
The COVID-19 Vaccines and Their Side Effects
2 Likes
491 Reads
0 Comments
#1
What Have We Learnt From The Pandemic?
3 Likes
761 Reads
1 Comment

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