Frequent gas may signal intestinal imbalance, says medical expert Physician Alexandre Olmos warns that persistent bloating and gas can be early indicators of microbiota imbalances or conditions like SIBO. pexels
Medical experts warn against using diabetes drug metformin for weight loss Health professionals are alerting the public to the significant health risks, including vitamin B12 deficiency and lactic acidosis, associated with the off-label use of metformin for weight loss. pexels
Congenital anomalies and stillbirths surge in Gaza as war-related conditions worsen Gaza is seeing a 140 percent increase in stillbirths and a doubling of congenital anomalies due to malnutrition and lack of clean water, according to aljazeera.com. unsplash
Nutritionists warn protein bars are not suitable meal replacements Nutritionist Javier Maruri states that protein bars lack the nutritional complexity required to replace a balanced lunch. pexels
UK Parliament passes lifetime smoking ban for those born after 2009 The new Tobacco and Vapes Bill prohibits anyone aged 17 and younger from ever purchasing cigarettes or e-cigarettes. pexels
UK Parliament approves lifetime tobacco ban for those born after 2008 A new law passed by the British Parliament will prohibit the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 2008 to create a smoke-free generation. pexels
Audit finds irregular appointments and illegal bonuses at Ñuble Health Service The Regional Comptroller of Ñuble launched an administrative inquiry after discovering that the acting director helped define the job requirements for her own candidacy.
Gout medication lowers risk of heart attack and stroke, study finds Patients who successfully lowered blood urate levels with drugs like allopurinol saw a significant reduction in cardiovascular death and stroke over five years.
Lifelong mental stimulation linked to 38% lower Alzheimer’s risk A study published in the journal Neurology suggests that engaging in activities like reading and learning new languages can delay the onset of Alzheimer's by up to five years.
Hormonal shifts and nutrient deficiencies drive postpartum hair loss, experts say Medical specialists warn that fluctuations in estrogen and deficiencies in iron and zinc are primary drivers behind hair thinning during and after pregnancy.
Smartphone use in bathrooms linked to increased hemorrhoid risk in young adults A study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that using a phone on the toilet increases the risk of developing hemorrhoids by 46%.
Midwives emerging as vital support for transgender health transition in Chile Chilean midwives are playing a critical role in providing clinical care and hormone therapy guidance for over 60,000 trans and non-binary individuals, according to recent census data.
