Taller individuals have a higher risk of developing cancer, according to strong evidence from the World Cancer Research Fund. Research has shown that people with greater height are more likely to develop…
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Dr. Zahra Hoodbhoy Honored for Groundbreaking Maternal and Child Health Innovations
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to honor paediatric professor for her contributions to maternal and child health Dr. Zahra Hoodbhoy, Associate Professor of Paediatrics and Child Health at Aga Khan University (AKU),…
Atypical Metabolite Levels at Birth Linked to Increased SIDS Risk, Study Finds
A recent study, partially funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has found that newborns with atypical metabolite levels are significantly more likely to die from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)…
Discovery of the MAL Blood Group: Solving a 50-Year-Old Medical Mystery
Researchers have identified a new blood group system, called MAL, solving a medical mystery that has puzzled scientists for over 50 years. A collaborative effort between NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), the…
The Connection Between Napping and Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need to Know
Recent research suggests a significant link between napping and Alzheimer’s disease, revealing that increased napping could both signal and worsen the symptoms of this condition. A study involving 1,401 older adults found…
Antibiotic Resistance Poses Global Threat: 39 Million Deaths Expected Over Next 25 Years
A new study published in The Lancet reveals that antibiotic resistance (AMR) could lead to more than 39 million deaths globally over the next 25 years. This study, conducted by the Global…
World Better Positioned Against Mpox Than COVID, Says Gavi Vaccine Alliance
The global approach to tackling the mpox epidemic is significantly improved by the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Gavi vaccine alliance. Gavi’s Chief Sania Nishtar emphasized that the…
New XEC Covid Variant: Symptoms and Spread in the UK
A new Covid variant, XEC, is emerging as a potential dominant strain, according to scientists. First identified in Germany in June, XEC cases have since been reported in the UK, US, Denmark,…
U.S. Ranks Last in Health Care Among High-Income Nations, Report Reveals
A new report by The Commonwealth Fund has highlighted a concerning reality: the U.S. ranks last among ten high-income countries in critical areas of health care. Despite spending nearly twice as much…
WHO Prequalifies First Vaccine Against Mpox
The World Health Organization (WHO) has added the MVA-BN vaccine to its prequalification list as the first approved vaccine for mpox. This prequalification aims to ensure timely and expanded access to the…