Practical wellness advice, breakthrough studies and public-health alerts explained by medical professionals.
Public health officials are alerting travelers and residents of potential measles exposure at O’Hare International Airport and several north suburban locations last week. The Cook County … Read more
A significant rise in whooping cough, or pertussis, is being observed across the Netherlands, particularly among children and adolescents, following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. Recent … Read more
The simple act of lifting a grocery bag, opening a jar, or reaching for a high shelf can become noticeably harder with age. This isn’t simply … Read more
Bucheon City, South Korea, is significantly expanding its integrated care program, dubbed “Bucheon-type Integrated Care,” with the aim of allowing residents to age in place and … Read more
Even in the healthiest individuals, a hidden world of viruses exists within the body, often lying dormant for years, even a lifetime. These aren’t necessarily causing … Read more
For individuals at heightened risk of heart attack or stroke, a new avenue of treatment is opening on the National Health Service. Weight-loss jabs, containing the … Read more
Prague erupted in jubilant celebration late Tuesday night as the Czech Republic secured its place in the 2024 FIFA World Cup, defeating Denmark 2-2 (3-1 on … Read more
Seoul’s bustling Myeongdong district, a magnet for both tourists and locals seeking out trendy street food, is undergoing increased scrutiny regarding food safety. The Jung-gu district … Read more
The constant stream of information—and misinformation—online can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to health. Increasingly, medical professionals are turning to platforms like Instagram to share … Read more
A team at King Abdullah Founder Hospital in Amman, Jordan, has successfully performed a focused parathyroidectomy – a minimally invasive surgery to remove an overactive parathyroid … Read more
