Browsing: Health

Amid the backdrop of surging dengue cases in Dhaka, Bangladesh, August 2023, the world watches, but it’s Europe and the US that are under an imminent threat. Leading scientists from the World Health Organization (WHO) have sounded the alarm: climate change might not

Paris, the global romantic and cultural mecca, faces an unwelcome guest – bedbugs. As the City of Lights prepares to showcase itself during the 2024 Summer Olympics, it’s contending with a bedbug surge that’s affecting hotels, trains, and even cinemas. If

Have your blood sugar readings felt like they’re mimicking a roller-coaster lately? There’s a superhero nutrient that’s come to the rescue, and its name might surprise you: fiber. With a staggering 37 million Americans managing diabetes, according to the National Institute

A trailblazing development from Bar-Ilan University’s Faculty of Engineering is revolutionizing the world of health tech. Professor Doron Naveh and his team have unveiled a compact device that holds the promise of replacing traditionally bulky optical sensing devices. This innovative gadget is

A newly published study indicates that consuming just one soda a day could be detrimental to liver health. Conducted by researchers from the Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the study spanned over 20.9 years and involved 98,786 women. The research was recently

The adage “All talk leads to failure, all work leads to success” can offer critical insights into the culture and impact of sheesha cafes. While they serve as popular social hubs, their allure may overshadow the concerning aspects of these

In a revelation that challenges conventional wisdom, an unprecedented study sheds light on the dietary habits of individuals who reach the age of 100 and beyond. Dubbed “Blue Zones,” these enigmatic pockets around the world, including regions in Greece, Japan,

Cholesterol is an essential fatty substance that the body requires for various functions. However, an excess of bad cholesterol, or LDL, can lead to serious health issues like heart disease and stroke. Often termed a ‘silent killer,’ high cholesterol may

The world of fitness and exercise is inundated with trends and fads, yet few can stand the test of time and scientific scrutiny as well as the simple plank. At its essence, the plank is a static exercise, challenging not

The World Health Organization (WHO) has turned its attention to several evolving coronavirus variants, notably the EG.5 variant now circulating in the U.S. and the U.K., as reported by WHO’s Director General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. This variant, while still under investigation, has shown concerning