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Grandma Was Right: Unwashed Ears and Toes Hide Skin Microbiome Secrets, Reveals Science
Uncover why grandma urged you to scrub those ears and toes; it’s all about keeping the skin’s microbiome in check for better health.
The Silent Epidemic: How Cavities Affect Children
The crisis of cavities among children in the Philippines has been increasing due to a lack of information and limited discussion about its prevention.
Sleep Deprivation And Cardiovascular Health : A Silent Epidemic Among Malaysians
A recent study shows that delaying sleep by just 90 minutes each night damages blood vessels, contributing to the development of cardiovascular diseases. A study conducted in the University of Columbia recently showed that mild sleep restriction among female individuals causes an increase in oxidative stress in blood vessels. It is the first direct evidence linking mild, chronic sleep deficits to causing heart disease.
UAE Unveils Revolutionary 24/7 Medical Info on WhatsApp
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) in the United Arab Emirates has initiated a 24/7 service allowing global users to retrieve information about registered
Accessible Reproductive Services in the Philippines Amid Rising Pre-Marital Sex
Accessible reproductive services are available to disadvantaged people in the Philippines amid low contraception usage rates. One such example is the Likhaan Center for Women’s
New adverse event signal – Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists and Suicidality
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The Philippines Falling Short of its Goal of Reducing Childhood Mortality
The Philippines is not doing well in the sustainable development goal (SGD) 3 due to the increasing childhood mortality in the country. During the 5th anniversary of the First 1000 Days Law (RA11146), Vicente Y. Belizario Jr. shared his thoughts about the Philippines’ status in achieving the childhood mortality goal. He said, “If we’re talking about sustainable development goals, the Philippines as a whole is not doing [well] on childhood mortality.”
FDA Eyes Ban on Hair-Straightening Chemicals Linked to Cancer
FDA’s impending proposal to ban certain carcinogenic chemicals in hair straighteners highlights a stride towards better health measures.
New Study Reveals Lasting Medical Effects on Tsunami Survivors
Fourteen years after the cataclysmic 2004 tsunami, its relentless impacts still linger, profoundly shaping the health of survivors. Researchers uncover these haunting echoes in the
Getting Type 2 Diabetes At 30 Reduces Life Expectancy By 14 years
A study has shown that Tthe earlier an individual gets was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, the greater the reduction in life expectancy. Every decade of earlier diagnosis was associated with 3 to 4 years of reduced life expectancy. The study, conducted by a team from University of Cambridge and University of Glasgow analyzed data from two large-scale data sources, the Emerging Risk Factors Collaboration and UK Biobank. Data from more than 1.5 million participants were used in this study.
Identifying a Torn Rotator Cuff: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Discover how to identify a torn rotator cuff with this informative guide. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
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