Lorenzo Bernardino, MD

31/08/2025

This is the link to Dr. Victor Gura’s website.

https://drgura.com/wearable-artificial-kidney/

US develops wearable artificial kidney for chronic kidney disease patients

American bioengineers have unveiled a portable, wearable artificial kidney that allows patients with end-stage kidney disease to filter blood continuously outside the hospital. This device combines microfluidic membranes, nanofilters, and bioengineered enzymes in a compact system that attaches comfortably to the body.

Unlike traditional dialysis, which requires patients to spend hours hooked to machines, the wearable kidney operates 24/7, mimicking natural kidney function. Blood is filtered in real time, toxins are removed, and essential electrolytes are balanced continuously, dramatically improving patient health.

The device is powered by low-energy pumps and rechargeable batteries, designed for mobility and long-term use. Smart sensors monitor filtration efficiency, alerting patients or doctors to any malfunction instantly. This provides unprecedented autonomy for patients who previously relied on clinical dialysis centers.

Clinical trials show improved cardiovascular outcomes, reduced fatigue, and better quality of life. Because the system is portable, patients can maintain daily activities while receiving continuous treatment, a revolutionary shift from the constraints of traditional dialysis.

Researchers are also exploring integrating sensors for early disease detection, so the device could potentially monitor kidney function and predict complications before they arise. In this sense, the wearable kidney is both a therapy and a preventive tool.

This invention represents a leap forward in medical technology, offering a sustainable solution to kidney disease that combines engineering, biotechnology, and patient-centered design.

22/08/2025

Good luck to all taking the big leap you have always wanted to take.

You will never feel ready

Feelings fad

Action stays

Start now and you will “feel” better later

14/08/2025

Let’s walk faster

Walking fast for a minimum of 15 minutes a day can reduce mortality by 20%, according to new research: https://cnn.it/4m8YRE1

10/08/2025

See actual source in the comment section.

A 2024 study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress found that people who catch up on lost sleep during the weekend may reduce their risk of heart disease by up to 20%. According to Escardio Org, Researchers analyzed data from over 90,000 participants in the UK Biobank and discovered that those who got the most “compensatory sleep” on weekends had significantly better heart health outcomes than those who didn’t.

The study tracked sleep patterns using accelerometers and grouped participants based on how much extra sleep they got on weekends. Those in the highest quartile of catch-up sleep had a 19–20% lower risk of developing conditions like heart failure, arrhythmia, and ischemic heart disease.

However, sleep experts caution that consistent sleep throughout the week is still the healthiest approach. According to Dr. Alicia Roth of the Cleveland Clinic, relying on weekend catch-up sleep isn’t ideal for your circadian rhythm or long-term health. So while the study suggests that extra sleep on weekends can help, it’s more of a backup plan than a best practice.

27/07/2025

Children, especially girls, who own smartphones before they are 13 years old may have worse mental health outcomes when they're older, a new study suggests.

25/07/2025

Exercise Boosts Neurogenesis, May Disrupt Trauma and Addiction Memories 🧠🏃‍♂️

Researchers from Kyushu University and the University of Toronto found that stimulating hippocampal neurogenesis in mice can weaken or erase fear and drug-related memories. Using exercise or genetic methods, they enhanced neuron growth, reducing PTSD-like symptoms in mice given electric shocks and diminishing cocaine-associated location preferences in addiction models.

Exercise proved more effective than genetic interventions, significantly lowering anxiety and fear responses. Published in 2025, these findings suggest physical activity could be a powerful, non-invasive tool for managing trauma and addiction in humans by altering memory processing through neurogenesis.

24/07/2025

A groundbreaking study has revealed that staying physically active may do far more than boost heart health it may actually protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers discovered that exercise influences the brain at a genetic and cellular level, activating changes that help fight off damage associated with memory loss. This adds compelling evidence to the idea that movement could be a powerful tool in delaying or reducing the effects of neurodegeneration.

The study focused on the hippocampus, a part of the brain crucial for memory and learning. In Alzheimer’s-affected mice, exercise improved the function of key immune and support cells in the brain, including microglia and neurovascular-associated astrocytes (NVAs). These cells became more efficient at protecting brain tissue and maintaining blood flow when influenced by physical activity. Scientists also observed gene-level shifts in these cells, boosting their ability to defend the brain.

Perhaps most excitingly, the team highlighted the role of ATPIF1, a gene that controls energy use in cells. Exercise activated this gene in ways that encouraged neurogenesis, or the growth of new neurons. Since creating new brain cells is linked to sharper memory and slower cognitive decline, this could be one of the key biological links between physical fitness and brain resilience.
Source: PMID 40506544

23/07/2025

A gentle reminder: Always choose health first.

19/07/2025

🌿 Nature’s Plastic Recycler Found in the Amazon!

Deep in the Amazon rainforest, scientists discovered a groundbreaking ally in the fight against plastic waste: Pestalotiopsis microspora — a fungus that can eat and break down plastic, even in oxygen-free environments like landfills.

💡 Unlike most organisms, this fungus thrives on polyurethane, one of the most persistent plastics on Earth.

🌍 Its unique abilities make it a promising solution for cleaning up polluted ecosystems — from buried trash to microplastic-contaminated soils.

♻️ A reminder that nature often holds the answers we’ve been searching for.

13/07/2025

Source from the comments

27/06/2025

"Doctors Are Not Free Helplines."
We give free consultations.
We write free prescriptions.
We interpret lab reports at 11 p.m.
We answer medical questions on birthdays, weddings, and funerals.
Why?
Because we care.
Because we took an oath.
Because we were taught that healing is noble.
But what do we get in return?

“Why are you talking about money?”

“This is a noble profession.”

“You should serve humanity, not charge for it.”

All this, while other professionals say this with ease:
Lawyers charge consultation fees — even for phone calls.

Chartered Accountants charge for a signature.

Architects charge for blueprints.

Therapists charge per session — no discounts.

IT consultants won’t fix your software for free.

Tutors don’t teach for free because you're “like family.”

But us?
We're expected to diagnose over WhatsApp.
To give life-altering advice in 2 minutes over a call.
And never mention fees because it's “just a service.”
But what we give is not information it is insight.
It’s not Google it’s wisdom shaped by years of study, sleepless nights, and sacrifice.
This needs to change.
Because if the value of medical care continues to be measured in rupees and not respect,we might just hang our white coats and let the world face what it chose:
A system where care is expected, but not valued.

from Dr Pooja Iyer.

02/02/2025

See it in your mind!!!