Health

Anti-inflammatory teas to keep your intestines in balance Inflammation is a natural response that helps the body heal, but chronic inflammation can contribute to fatigue, pain and long-term health problems. However, incorporating anti-inflammatory foods and drinks into your daily routine is a gentle yet effective way to support the body. Herbal and traditional teas in…

Emma Stone reveals she’s ‘too scared’ for her ‘own mental health’ Emma Stone just admitted she’s “scared” for her “own mental health” about launching an Instagram account. The 37-year-old actress prefers to be a ‘lurker’ and watch other people’s content rather than creating a profile on the photo-sharing site in her name. When asked if…

5 simple rules to follow for smooth, healthy hair Healthy hair is often a sign of consistent care rather than expensive products or lengthy routines. Daily habits, environmental exposure and styling practices all affect hair strength, shine and growth. Although hair needs vary depending on texture and lifestyle, a few basic practices can help maintain…

Expert discusses ‘complications’ of measles outbreak Health officials have warned of “irreversible” neurological damage in children as the number of measles-related hospitalizations increases in the state. Of the 876 confirmed cases in the state’s outbreak, at least 19 patients have been hospitalized with serious complications. In a briefing, state epidemiologist Linda Bell said: “Some of…

Are statins safe to use? New research debunks long-feared side effects A new study has debunked the long-feared and mysterious side effects associated with cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins. Statins were previously thought to cause muscle pain in 10 percent of people taking the drug to lower cholesterol. Even the researchers from the University of Rochester…

New research debunks the great PTSD myth A new study has challenged the long-standing view that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety-based disorder. A new study finds that 68% of trauma-exposed individuals report that emotional pain (guilt, shame, sadness, loss of joy) hinders their daily functioning more than fear. The findings from this research…

Shocking gender link in autism comes to light It has long been believed that autism affects male individuals more. From a new study from Sweden, published by The BMJ shows that autism can actually occur at similar rates in men and women. The results show a clear catch-up effect in women during adolescence, which the…

Same name, different disease: a guide to type 1 and type 2 diabetes Diabetes is often used as an umbrella term that includes both type 1 and type 2. However, both types of diabetes are fundamentally different diseases. The only symptom they have in common is chronically elevated blood sugar levels in the body. Understanding…

New research brings us closer to a malaria-free world A new study, jointly led by the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine and the Center for Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID) in Cameroon, has discovered part of the DNA of a key enzyme, known as cytochrome P450, that helps mosquitoes break down and survive exposure to…

5 home remedies for gas and bloating Gas is one of the most common digestive problems that affects most people at one time or another, yet it is often uncomfortable and sometimes even misunderstood. Gas usually occurs naturally during digestion when bacteria in the intestines break down food or when excess air is swallowed while…

Experts reveal simple ways to prevent cancer Cancer can be a life-changing disease. According to a new analysis from the World Health Organization (WHO)More than a third of all cancer cases worldwide are preventable. And almost half of these cases include lung, stomach and cervical cancer. This means that millions of fatal cancers can be…

World Cancer Day 2026: 7 million cases a year are preventable – Here’s how Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide and causes immense suffering for patients and their families. In 2022, there were 1.9 million new cases in the Southeast Asia region, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). The…