Mental Health

A new study suggests that oxytocin, often called the “love hormone,” could help protect women from mood problems caused by poor sleep and hormonal changes during menopause and the postpartum…

Many women know the common signs of perimenopause, such as hot flashes, changes in periods, and weight gain. But there are many other symptoms that are less well known. Menopause…

The UK government has announced a 10-Year Health Plan for England, which places emphasis on preventing mental health problems. The Mental Health Foundation has welcomed the plan’s focus on social…

July 7 marks Xiaoshu, the 11th solar term of the 24 traditional Chinese solar terms. “Shu” means heat, and Xiaoshu signifies “minor heat”—the weather turns hot but not yet extreme,…

A smart robot trained on surgical videos has successfully completed a lengthy gallbladder removal without human assistance, acing even unexpected scenarios with skill comparable to seasoned surgeons. The feat, reported…

Dizziness, weakness, or fatigue under the scorching sun—this may not be ordinary heat exhaustion, but a warning sign of “heat stroke” (stroke triggered by high temperatures). What is “heat stroke”?…

Indian singer Neha Bhasin rose to fame at age 18 through the TV show Coke [V] Popstars. Now 42, she’s still in the spotlight, known for her work in Hindi,…

Anxiety is a mental health condition that causes intense, excessive, and prolonged worry and fear. It can affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, and even physical health. Everyone feels anxious sometimes,…

A study published in Nature Medicine on July 7 estimates that 15.8 million people born globally between 2008 and 2017 may develop gastric cancer in their lifetime, with 76% of…

A team from the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center has found that a key genetic mutation in the human immune protein Fas ligand (FasL) could make humans more prone to…

Philadelphia has been named the seventh most stressed city in the United States, according to a new report by WalletHub. The financial services firm analyzed over 180 cities across the…

The 4-H program encourages youth to pledge their “health to better living,” highlighting the importance of supporting young people’s overall wellbeing. While physical health often takes center stage, mental health…

Dogs, like humans, can suffer from stress and depression. This fact was highlighted by Professor Ronny Rachman Noor, an ecological genetics expert at IPB University. In recent years, veterinarians have…

A new global study has found that women with alopecia areata (AA)—a condition that causes hair loss—are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression. The research, which focused on…

A commonly used class of antidepressants could enhance the immune system’s ability to combat cancer, according to new research from UCLA published in *Cell*. The study found that selective serotonin…

Tinned foods are making a strong comeback—this time for all the right reasons. Once dismissed as inferior to fresh produce, many canned staples are now recognized as nutrient-packed, long-lasting, and…

A UK charity is preparing a legal challenge after the NHS in Coventry and Warwickshire temporarily halted ADHD referrals for adults over the age of 25. The decision has raised…

Postnatal depression affects up to 15% of new mothers, and experts warn this number may grow due to the emotional pressure caused by social media. However, new advancements in health…

A recent national survey in China reveals that anxiety and depression are common among older adults living with chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, lung disease, and cancer.…

A common stomach bacteria that often shows no symptoms could be responsible for nearly 12 million cases of stomach cancer worldwide, a new study warns. Researchers highlight that early detection…