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More than 550,000 children in Gaza have received their first dose of the polio vaccine, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which announced the milestone on Thursday. Dr. Rik…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Thursday that they have yet to determine how a Missouri patient contracted the bird flu virus, despite the individual having no…

A newly developed injectable drug for HIV prevention, lenacapavir, has shown remarkable success in clinical trials. However, despite its efficacy, its high cost could pose significant barriers to accessibility. Lenacapavir,…

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched an investigation following alarming findings of toxic metals in certain tampon products. This development has prompted users to discard unused tampons amid…

In a contentious debate performance on Tuesday, former President Donald Trump reignited the long-standing Republican crusade against the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare. Addressing the issue during…

A new study published Thursday in the American Journal of Psychiatry has found a significant association between high doses of ADHD medications and an increased risk of developing psychosis or…

A decades-old epilepsy medication may offer new hope for individuals suffering from sleep apnoea, according to research presented this week at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna. The…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most prevalent health conditions affecting women of reproductive age, yet it remains significantly under-researched and poorly understood. Despite affecting approximately one in…

A groundbreaking new report by March of Dimes has highlighted a troubling health crisis affecting millions of women across the United States. The report reveals that more than a third…

Kensington Palace recently shared a significant update on Princess Catherine’s health journey. The Princess of Wales has completed a course of preventive chemotherapy, marking a hopeful milestone in her battle…

Women face significant barriers in accessing equitable health care, from higher out-of-pocket expenses to systemic biases and misdiagnoses. At the TIME Women’s Leadership Forum, a distinguished panel of experts gathered…

In a significant effort to contain the ongoing mpox outbreak, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has received 50,000 doses of mpox vaccines from the United States. The donation, announced…

A new study by Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has found that its obesity drug, liraglutide, is both safe and effective for children as young as six. The medication, marketed…

A new study has revealed that the overdiagnosis of prostate cancer may be responsible for vast differences in cancer incidence rates across Europe, with a variation of up to 20-fold…

September 2024 marks the 13th edition of World Alzheimer’s Month, focusing on global awareness, stigma reduction, and building supportive environments for people living with dementia. This year’s campaign, led by…

In a significant breakthrough for food safety, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have granted GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status to INNEO,…

In a heartfelt video message released earlier this week, Catherine, Princess of Wales, shared an update on her ongoing recovery after completing a course of chemotherapy. The princess, who has…

Despite well-documented health risks, a staggering 13% of French women continue to smoke throughout their pregnancies, according to the latest data from Public Health France. The survey, which gathered responses…

A new study highlights the ongoing mental health challenges faced by UK military personnel, with rising rates of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety among those who served in…

A new study from the University of Washington has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic may have prematurely aged teenage brains, with young girls appearing to be most affected. The research…