Author: Ashton Luxgrant

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month 2022

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November marks the start of pancreatic cancer awareness month. According to the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, “Pancreatic cancer has the highest mortality rate of all major cancers. It is currently the 3rd leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States after lung and colon.” READ POST

How Blood flows to the Liver

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The liver is a large wedge-shaped structure found in the upper right to middle abdomen. It performs many functions including metabolic regulation, breakdown and detoxification of the blood, storage of essential nutrients and energy supplies, and synthesis of; bile, proteins, hormones, and amino acids.READ POST

What is Gut Health?

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The terms ‘gut health’ or ‘gut wellness’ have increased in popularity in the last several years, especially when referring to conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, and digestive cancers.READ POST

Alzheimer’s Disease

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According to the National Institute on Aging, Alzheimer’s disease is currently ranked as the seventh leading cause of death in the United States.  READ POST

Understanding Urological Disorders  

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The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. Together these components are the body’s drainage system for removing urine. Urologic diseases or conditions can range from urinary tract infections (UTI) to bladder control problems, or even kidney stones.  READ POST

Palmar Aponeurosis Snippet 

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Beneath the skin on the palm of your hand lies the palmar aponeurosis. In the central part of the deep fascia, this thickened structure is highly specialized. It is in the shape of a triangle and protects underlying neurovasculature and tendinous structures. With its firm attachment to the palmar skin, it provides an improvement on grip.  READ POST

Mother’s Day 2022

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Grandmothers, Mothers, Stepmothers, Adopted Mothers, and Carers. Every Mother looks different for every family, and there are many ways to become a mother. As we celebrate Mother’s Day, we look at the miracle of Pregnancy.READ POST

NEW: Detailed Clitoris & Ovarian Cycle

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Our new gross model is the most advanced 3D depiction of the female body on the market, but for some tissues and organs, a gross model just isn’t enough to teach a level of important detail that we believe is lacking in currently available resources. This December, we release 2 new detailed models on the platform; the Ovarian Cycle and the Cross Section of Penis & Clitoris.READ POST