More than 4.6 million lives could be saved if Indonesia embraces smoke-free alternatives to traditional cigarettes, according to a sensational new report.

Type 2 diabetes remission refers to a state where blood sugar levels return to normal or prediabetic levels without the need for diabetes medications, especially insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. It is important to note that remission does not mean a cure; rather, it indicates effective management of the condition to the point where glucose levels remain in a healthy range for an extended period.

Sugar has become one of the most pervasive ingredients in modern diets. From soft drinks to packaged snacks, added sugars are ubiquitous, contributing to a public health crisis that is gradually escalating.

The prevalence of secondary causes of hypertension varies depending on the studied population. Data suggest that 10% of adults with hypertension have secondary causes, although this percentage likely is an underestimate. Current American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association guidelines recommend screening for secondary causes of hypertension in patients who are younger than 30.

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, many individuals struggle to find the time for regular exercise, often juggling work commitments, family responsibilities, and social obligations. However, a growing movement known as the “weekend warrior” phenomenon is gaining attention. Weekend warriors are those who concentrate their physical activity into just one or two days each week, making the most of their limited time to reap significant health benefits.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer globally, with around 2.3 million new cases diagnosed every year.

A common stomach infection caused by Helicobacter pylori is known to lead to serious problems like ulcers and even stomach cancer if left untreated.

Predicting recovery from a cervical spine injury has always been a tough challenge, often leaving patients and their families in uncertainty.

Many students and normal people experienced gunshot injuries in recent times in Bangladesh. This injury hampered their life very significantly.

Carcinogens are substances that can cause cancer, and they are more common than you might think. They can be found in the air we breathe, the products we use, and even the foods we eat.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General announced on 7 August 2024 that he had triggered the process for Expression of Interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL) of mpox vaccines given worrying trends in the disease’s spread.

Carbohydrates have had a rough go of it in recent years, often being blamed for everything from weight gain to type 2 diabetes. But not all carbs are created equal.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the Mpox epidemic a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on August 14, 2024, prompting governments throughout the world to reevaluate their readiness.

Caffeine can temporarily raise blood pressure (BP), but the long-term effects of regular coffee drinking are less clear. In a study from Italy, published in the Journal of Hypertension,

A heatwave is an extended period of hot weather relative to the expected conditions of the area at that time of year, which may be accompanied by high humidity. Children face more vulnerable situations at this time. A few days ago we faced a heatwave.

A groundbreaking framework for diagnosing and managing obesity in adults, launched by the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) and published in Nature Medicine,

Since the millennium, global unrest has surged, heightening the risk of social upheaval. Today, corruption remains a critical issue.

Research from Taiwan suggests that dengue fever may increase the risk of depression in both the short and long term. Hsin-I Shih and colleagues from the National Cheng Kung University

A new report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) underscores the profound impact of alcohol and drug consumption worldwide. In 2019, alcohol alone contributed to 2.6 million deaths annually,

Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, is providing support for human rabies vaccines for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) as part of routine immunisation.