Health

Turkey has banned elective Caesarian-section births at private healthcare facilities without medical necessity. The new health ministry regulations published in the Official Gazette on Saturday (Apr 19) aim to encourage natural births across the country. The move, which came following a heated debate in Turkey over how women should give birth, has sparked fury of … Read more

We all desire clear, smooth, and blemish-free skin, right? Achieving healthy skin requires avoiding habits like picking or scratching your skin too often. Although many of us have been told not to meddle with our skin by picking or scratching, we often do so unconsciously. Itchy skin and irritation, which make us want to scratch, … Read more

Getting up early in the morning for a walk and finding the motivation to do it every single day is no mean feat. While walking does provide a number of health benefits, like taking care of your weight, strengthening your heart, keeping away from metabolic disorders, and regulating breathing, a few small mistakes may cost … Read more

An 11-year-old boy in eastern China swallowed a 100-gram gold bar while playing at home, leading to his hospitalisation. The incident, which occurred in early April, required surgery to remove the precious metal from his intestines. The boy, identified only by his surname Qian, noticed a slight swelling in his stomach but reported no other … Read more

Almonds are the most easily available, versatile, and healthy nuts. They can be consumed every day with ease and have plentiful benefits for your health. Eating just 5 soaked almonds on an empty stomach offers multiple health benefits. These nutrient-dense nuts, packed with vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, can provide essential nourishment and energy when … Read more

World Hemophilia Day aims to spread awareness regarding the challenges faced by those living with bleeding disorders. The focus is on timely care and access to treatment, which can help prevent complications in people with bleeding disorders. Early intervention plays a critical role in managing the condition and preventing long-term damage. Hemophilia is a serious … Read more

Stem cell therapies are a safe and effective way of treating Parkinson’s disease, according to results of two independent clinical trials. The two papers, published in the journal Nature, investigated the use of cells derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells and human embryonic stem cells, respectively. Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease characterised by … Read more

Hollywood has always had an on-again-off-again, love-hate relationship with Ozempic. Not just the corners of the glam circles, the popular weight loss drug has found its way to common American household as well. Although Ozempic has made its name as one of the leading drugs in the weight loss game, it comes with a fair … Read more

This might sound bizarre to some people, but relatable to others. The habit of pulling eyelashes or eyebrows can give a deep insight into someone’s psyche. More often than not, the urge to pull hair stems from anxiety, depression, or compulsive negative thoughts. The act of plucking eyelashes, despite being painful, may bring a sense … Read more

Causing a state of fear in people, a disorder has been attacking patients’ brains, causing holes in them. Two people have died from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD), a rare and incurable brain disorder, in Hood River County, Oregon, where health officials have identified three cases in the past eight months. While one death was confirmed through … Read more