HEALTH

Feb 04 2025HEALTH

When Giving Hits a Wall!

Today, we peel back the curtain on organ donation in Palestine. Look at it. The need for organ transplants is on the rise. Alarming, right? Coming with it, public fear and misinformation about the subject and complicating things with swift changes, economic instability. That's the tough re

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

The Unseen Scars of the 7th October Attacks on Holocaust Survivors

For the Holocaust survivors who had been through hell and back, the October 2023 terror attacks in southern Israel brought back old ghosts. The mental toll on these survivors was the focus of a global study. It was a chilling reminder that the scars of the past are not always visible. These survivo

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

A Lifesaving Story: Maternal Healthcare in Lagos, Nigeria

In the vibrant city of Lagos, Nigeria, a significant number of women of childbearing age are well-versed in maternal healthcare services. A recent survey conducted between July 2022 and March 2023 brought to light some eye-opening insights. This survey of 453 women revealed that 99% of women were f

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Missing Voices in Childbirth Research

Picture this almost all scientific trials on helping mothers during childbirth. Now, think about how many of these trials really consider what makes us all different. We are talking about things like race, gender, and where we come from. These things matter if we want fairness in healthcare. Let's

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Healing Beyond the Physical: The Power of Spirituality in Therapy

A big shift is happening in the world of physical therapy. It is focusing more than ever on the whole person, not just the injury or illness. This means looking at things that affect health, like money, education, and now, spirituality. Spirituality is not the same as religion. It is a personal

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Zoom In- Global Health Tech Changemakers Staying Strong After 30 Years

Now celebrity collaborations come and go faster than fashion trends. But for 30 years now, the International Network of Agencies for Health Technology Assessment, or INAHTA, has been a rock solid team of global members. This network united in 1993, in the charming city of Paris. A no small feat, giv

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

'When Doctors Need a Break

When we talk about rest and taking a break, its not a new concept. We all know that when we are tired we don't do our best work. But it's kind of shocking how fast Doctors will run from one room to the next without pausing. Doctors are racing against time. Doctors are doing this to

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

The Surprising Insulin Connection: South Asians and Europeans

South Asians and Europeans are two groups that have different lifestyles and diets. These differences can lead to different health outcomes. One interesting fact is that South Asians might be more likely to develop insulin resistance than Europeans. Insulin resistance is when the body doesn't respo

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Dementia's Mystery in the Middle Kingdom

The mystery of dementia in China is a growing puzzle. Many people in the world live in China. As this country ages, dementia is becoming a big issue. It's not just about getting older. There are other factors, too. Historical events and genes play a part. So do cultural and lifestyle concerns. The C

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Power Up Your Life: Eat More Plants

Think about eating more plants for the sake of your health and longevity. Plant-based diets help beat lifestyle-related diseases. These include big ones like heart disease while cutting down on serious stuff like cancer. But scientists recently tried to figure something out, don’t just assume becaus

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