Millions of older Americans are taking risky combinations of drugs
More than 1 in 5 older Americans take drug combinations that risk a major interaction, and antidepressants turn…
Health board – situation is ‘improving’ after critical incident declaration
Earlier, Scottish Conservative North East MSP Liam Kerr described the move as “deeply concerning”. “Lives are being put…
For some new mothers, postpartum depression is hiding in plain sight
Postpartum depression affects one in five women, according to local maternal healthcare providers. (Unsplash/David Veksler) WILLIAMSBURG — Postpartum…
Most dietary supplements do nothing for healthy people, says top doctor – this is how the wellness industry flourishes regardless
Towards the end of his brilliant new book Make Me Well, Xand van Tulleken, the British medical doctor…
Researchers Find Creatine’s Benefits Extend Far Beyond the Gym
Creatine may influence more than muscle size in middle age. New findings link supplementation with gains in strength…
Vaccination rates are falling in Africa, but a new strategy aims to turn things around. Five things it needs to get right
Africa has reached an important moment in its immunisation journey. Coverage is not rising fast enough to keep…
More than 4,000 people in Malaga say they are addicted to gambling
Francisco Abad eventually came to realise that he had a drinking problem. It never once crossed his mind…
Global Buzz: How caffeine is worth over $850bn
Caffeine – in one form or another – is one of the world’s oldest commodities. Tea – one…
Scientists Put Anti-Aging Treatments to the Test – These Ones Actually Changed Biological Age
A large analysis of human anti-aging studies found that some interventions can shift DNA-based markers of biological age,…
Inside Redeemer’s Village robotic surgery
On an operating table in Abuja, a patient lay undergoing surgery for kidney cancer. Hundreds of kilometres away,…
Maine has more to do to boost access to mental health care, say providers and stakeholders
Mainers face significant waitlists for mental health care, despite the state taking steps to improve access in recent…
Doctor reveals 7 simple fixes for after blood pressure warning | UK | News
People can help reduce the risk of high blood pressure with seven lifestyle changes, an expert has said.…