Health

Three simple measurements that can reveal your diabetes risk Did you know that there are other physiological factors besides your diet that can increase your chances of developing type 2 diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition in which your blood sugar levels rise due to insulin resistance or because your body does…

Health officials are closely monitoring the deadly Nipah virus outbreak after the World Health Organization confirmed two new cases in an eastern Indian state this week. The virus, although rare, is considered one of the most dangerous pathogens due to its high mortality rate and lack of an approved treatment or vaccine. Nipah virus is…

Scientists discover new nanomaterial, a safer way to kill cancer Research has made a huge leap forward in cancer treatment! Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a new nanomaterial that triggers a series of chemical reactions in cancer cells, killing them through oxidative stress while leaving healthy tissues alone. The study was led by…

Diabetes expert breaks silence on ‘warning signs’ of disease Do you think diabetes or becoming pre-diabetic would show symptoms? Diabetes is defined as a fasting blood glucose level of 126 mg/dl or higher, or a glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) level of 6.5 percent or higher. While prediabetes is characterized by fasting blood glucose levels between 100…

As a parent, are you concerned about the well-being and mental health of your child? Well, you’re not alone. Nearly 80% of parents are concerned about their child’s mental health, according to a survey. This is evident from a survey among 1,009 Mothernet Among users with children aged 5 to 17, 77% of parents expressed…

Scientists reveal a shocking link between melatonin and depression Melatonin is the well-known hormone, which is also available in the form of supplements, to improve sleep. However, it has now been found that it does more than just promote sleep. From a recent study published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dieteticsresearchers analyzed the…

Breakthrough in pancreatic cancer: study shows tumor regression, raising new hope Pancreatic cancer is considered one of the most aggressive tumors. This cancer not only has the worst prognosis, but also shows resistance to treatment. However, the recent study conducted by the Spanish National Cancer Research Center offers a ray of hope for patients with…

Kate Winslet openly discusses the taboo surrounding mental health care Kate Winslet says playing problematic characters has taken a toll on her mental health. The 50-year-old actress revealed that playing emotionally draining roles has often been detrimental to her well-being and that she even needed “the right support” to break away from past roles. Kate…

India is working to contain an outbreak of the Nipah virus in the eastern state of West Bengal after five confirmed cases, including infections among doctors and nurses. Local media reports that nearly 100 people have been asked to quarantine at home while patients are being treated in hospitals in and around Calcutta. At least…

Depression and anxiety put women on the brink of illness Are you one of the women who has suffered from Covid? A shocking link has emerged between the disease and depression, anxiety. Older women with a history of both depression and anxiety had a 78% higher risk of developing long-term COVID after SARS-CoV-2 infection, according…

Are you antisocial? Do you prefer to stay home and avoid human interactions? Well, new research says there may be a link between cognitive health and social factors in older adults. Research by an interdisciplinary team from McGill University and Université Laval provides new insights into this. Although previous research had found positive correlations between…

Menopause can affect brain health and cause Alzheimer’s-like changes Menopause is a natural process that every woman goes through by the age of forty. What if menopause is linked to brain health? Such a connection can be disturbing. Surprisingly, the new research has found a link in which scientists have witnessed Alzheimer’s-like changes in the…