Post By : 2025-05-21

World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar

England will be the first country in the world to start vaccinating people against the sexually transmitted infection gonorrhoea. It will not be available for everyone. The focus will mainly be on gay and bisexual men with a history of multiple sexual partners or an STI. The vaccine is 30-40% effective, but NHS England hopes it will reverse soaring numbers of infections. There were more than 85,000 cases in 2023 – the highest since records began in 1918. Gonorrhoea does not always have sym

Post By : 2025-05-21

FDA may limit future Covid-19 shots to older people and those at risk of serious infection

The US Food and Drug Administration is changing the way it approves Covid-19 vaccines for Americans, a move that may limit future shots to older Americans and people at higher risk of serious Covid-19 infection. The agency is changing the type of evidence it will accept from vaccine manufacturers to approve updated Covid-19 shots, Dr. Vinay Prasad, the new director of the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, and FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary said in an editoria

Post By : 2025-05-21

Eating more ultraprocessed food ups the risk of premature death, study finds

As you add more ultraprocessed foods to your diet, your risk of a premature death from any cause rises, according to a new meta-analysis of research involving more than 240,000 people. “We looked at the risk of a person dying from eating more ultraprocessed foods between the ages of 30 and 69, a time when it would be premature to die,” said study coauthor Carlos Augusto Monteiro, emeritus professor of nutrition and public health in the School of Public Health at Brazil’s Univer

Post By : 2025-05-21

‘Amazing’ reduction in Alzheimer’s risk verified by blood markers, study says

When Penny Ashford’s father was diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease at age 62, she knew the devastating brain disorder might one day steal her memory. In her late 50s, her free-floating anxiety turned to outright panic when she began struggling to find words. “I couldn’t tell a story. I couldn’t get my words out,” said Ashford, now 61. “I remember sitting at a dinner party one time, and I couldn’t finish my thoughts. It was the

Post By : 2025-05-21

Parents need to talk to their tweens sooner about puberty

For many parents, the idea of having “the talk” with their kids may be daunting, making them feel embarrassed or squeamish. But many parents are conflating the classic growing-up talk about sex with another crucial conversation they should be having, new research suggests. The talk in question should happen earlier than one may think, and it’s not necessarily about sex. It’s about puberty. About 41% of parents reported they approached talking with their child about p

Post By : 2025-05-21

Parents need to talk to their tweens sooner about puberty

For many parents, the idea of having “the talk” with their kids may be daunting, making them feel embarrassed or squeamish. But many parents are conflating the classic growing-up talk about sex with another crucial conversation they should be having, new research suggests. The talk in question should happen earlier than one may think, and it’s not necessarily about sex. It’s about puberty. About 41% of parents reported they approached talking with their child about p

Post By : 2025-05-21

The best kind of workout? One that trains both your body and brain

We already know exercise is good for our bodies, but it’s also an essential tool for managing mental health. Yet many people still separate physical fitness from mental wellness, viewing them as two different goals rather than parts of the same whole. Too often, workout routines are designed with only the body in mind, focusing on burning calories, building strength or improving flexibility. What’s often missing is intentionality — movement designed not just to make you sw

Post By : 2025-05-20

President Biden has metastatic prostate cancer. Here’s what you should know

President Joe Biden’s diagnosis of metastatic prostate cancer has understandably raised concerns and questions: How long has he had cancer, how will he be treated, and what is his prognosis? As a urologist, I regularly diagnose prostate cancer in my patients, and each time I share the diagnosis with them and their family, it’s never easy. Over time, I’ve learned the importance of keeping conversations simple and straightforward — avoiding sugar-coating and inste

Post By : 2024-06-25T10:00

UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING MOOD DISORDERS: WHEN TO SEEK HELP

Millions of people all over the world suffer from mood disorders, which are complicated mental health issues that influence a person’s feelings, thoughts, and general wellbeing. If they don’t treat them on time, they can turn into major problems that can completely hinder one’s life and health. Some of the most common problems include major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. So, you need to know how to manage these problems and what the best coping strategies are to help

Post By : 2024-06-17T14:20

HEADACHES: YOUR COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CAUSES, TYPES, AND EFFECTIVE RELIEF

If you deal with any level of head pain, you know headaches can range from a passing nuisance to completely debilitating at their worst. Getting to the bottom of what’s causing your symptoms is key to finding the right solutions. Understanding Headaches: The Key Things You Should Know Headaches arise from irritation or swelling affecting the network of nerves, blood vessels, and muscles surrounding your skull. The level of pain can fluctuate substantially based on the underlying physiology

Post By : 2024-06-07T12:05

TIPS FOR GETTING A BETTER NIGHT’S SLEEP

For many people, getting a decent night’s sleep can seem like an unattainable dream in our fast-paced world, when stress and demands seem to be constant companions. The importance of quality sleep cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts our physical health, mental wellbeing, and overall productivity. If you find yourself tossing and turning, struggling to shut down your racing thoughts, or waking up groggy and unrested, fear not! This comprehensive guide will delve into a myriad of ti

Post By : 2024-06-06T06:35

Health care should improve your health, right?

It's undeniable: Modern medicine offers ever-expanding ways to heal and prevent disease. But it's also true that health care can cause harm. One analysis found that about 6% of health care encounters caused preventable harm, leading to thousands of deaths each year. And it's not just errors that cause trouble. Highly skilled health care providers can cause harm even when they do everything right. So, how can you reduce your chances of being harmed? Understanding what you can do to le

Post By : 2023-11-29T07:32

8 Ways to Lose Belly Fat and Live a Healthier Life

Maintaining a trim midsection does more than make you look great—it can help you live longer. Larger waistlines are linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes and even cancer. Losing weight, especially belly fat, also improves blood vessel functioning and also improves sleep quality.  It’s impossible to target belly fat specifically when you diet. But losing weight overall will help shrink your waistline; more importantly, it will help reduce the dangerous layer of visce