WHO: Global Life Expectancy Has Almost Returned to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Healthy life expectancy stood at 62.8 years in 2023—0.4 years below the pre-pandemic level.․․

Dr. Andrews: Dizziness May Indicate Thyroid Dysfunction

These include vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis—inflammatory conditions capable of causing sudden episodes of vertigo.․․

Ophthalmology: Tooth Discovered Growing in Upper Orbit of 16-Year-Old Indian Teenager

Food & Function: Peanuts Increase Brain Insulin Sensitivity in Older Adults

The study's authors view these observed changes as potentially beneficial.․․

Radiology: Low Spine Bone Density Linked to Cognitive Decline

Lower bone mineral density was found to be associated with a faster decline in white matter integrity metrics in specific brain regions.․․

Biological Psychiatry: Semaglutide Significantly Reduces Heavy Drinking Days

At the same time, the researchers make an important caveat: drinking less is not the same as craving less.․․

Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism: Feijoa Improved Blood Pressure in People with Prediabetes

Over a six-month period, alongside a weight-loss program, participants received approximately one gram of feijoa powder per day or a placebo.․․

JACH: A Busy Schedule Improves Mental Health

As part of the study, researchers analyzed data from 646 undergraduate students who agreed to share their academic records...

Chewing Tobacco Killed 251 Thousand People in 2023: 84% of Deaths Occurred in South Asia

Prevalence among men was more than twice as high as among women...

Thailand’s Health Ministry Warns of Leptospirosis in Flood-Affected Areas

The deputy department chief also advised anyone who has to come into contact with floodwater to wash their hands regularly with soap and take a shower...