Health

Three viruses to watch out for in 2026 An expert has named three viruses that could pose a serious threat to humans by 2026. These bugs may be ‘ready’ to cause infections in ‘unexpected places or in unexpected numbers’. Writing for The Conversation, Patrick Jackson, the assistant professor of infectious diseases at the University of…

Kidney damage is now reversible: this is where the science stands Acute kidney injury, or AKI, is a dangerous condition that affects many people in hospitals, especially those in intensive care or recovering from serious medical events such as heart surgery or infections. AKI can lead to long-term kidney damage and can also increase the…

How to protect yourself from Alzheimer’s at home Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common health problems; 7.2 million Americans suffer from it. This number is expected to almost double to 13.8 million by 2060, and this increase is not just due to an aging population; it also points to a growing public health…

Global Health Outlook 2026: Experts warn of key challenges ahead The global healthcare landscape is rapidly changing, driven by countless opportunities. However, the problems are also there. The medical experts have identified several challenges responsible for shaping the global health agenda. Global financing crisis The most immediate challenge is a “forced redesign” of international aid…

Amanda Seyfried reveals how she deals with ‘really extreme’ OCD Amanda Seyfried just opened up about her current experience with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), decades after she was first diagnosed. The 40-year-old Hollywood star said she was diagnosed with “really extreme” OCD at the age of 19. In an interview with Fashionthe Mama Mia! star reflected…

Why do your knees start to pop and when is it normal? An ITV doctor has claimed there are a few things people who notice a problematic symptom in their knees should do about it. His advice doesn’t cover medications, and he says following his guidance can make all the difference when it comes to…

Myth of ‘mixed dementia’ debunked by expert A psychologist has clarified the actual definition of ‘mixed dementia’ while addressing a widespread misunderstanding. Dr. Kelynn Lee, chief executive of the Dementia Care Hub and a dedicated researcher specializing in cognitive decline, recently used his TikTok account to answer a follower’s question. The follower had recently discovered…

5 Signs You Have High Cortisol Levels and How It’s Affecting You Cortisol, often called the ‘stress hormone’, plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, blood pressure and the body’s response to stress. Although cortisol is essential for survival and is usually released in a ‘fight or flight’ response, consistently elevated levels – usually caused…

FDA warns against serious allergen in hummus The FDA has announced a recall of hummus sold in specialty stores on the East Coast, saying there is a risk of temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects from the delicious edible. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is warning the public that Carrot Top Country Kitchens…

Prostate cancer care is taking a big step to prevent serious treatment pain A new way to prevent excruciating pain from the side effects of advanced prostate cancer therapy has been developed. Many men with advanced prostate cancer receive powerful treatment that targets the cancer cells directly. But this treatment can seriously damage the salivary…

How gene therapy could change the future of chronic pain treatment A new treatment could be hope for many people with chronic pain. In a recent preclinical study, researchers discovered a way to target pain centers in the brain through gene therapy without using opioids or risking addiction. The results were published in the journal…

Lazy weekends can lower the risk of depression in young people Have you ever slept in on the weekend without a care in the world? New research from American universities shows that sleeping longer on weekends can reduce the risk of depression among teenagers. The study, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, revealed that…