Ticks are tiny but can cause big problems. They spread diseases like Lyme, and knowing when they are most active can help people stay safe. In Denmark, scientists have been studying ticks and how they relate to weather, online searches, and disease reports from 2017 to 2024. They found that weather
In the Southwest, a tiny bug is causing big worries. These bugs, called kissing bugs, are spreading a disease called Chagas. Scientists found that almost 9 out of 10 of these bugs carry the parasite that causes Chagas. Chagas disease is sneaky. It might not show any signs for years. But over time,
Lilly, a big name in medicine, is making a big move. They're buying Ventyx, a smaller company with a promising lineup of drugs. Ventyx's focus? Inflammation. They're working on small molecules that could treat a wide range of diseases caused by chronic inflammation. Think heart disease, brain disord
Clozapine is a powerful drug used to treat certain mental health conditions. However, it's known to cause problems like diabetes and heart disease. A recent study looked at how this drug affects the heart health of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The study found that a large number of pe
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) are tough conditions to manage. Even with advanced treatments like tumor necrosis factor inhibitors (TNFis), many people don't get the relief they need. A recent study looked at how well these treatments work in the real world over a year
ARNIs, or Angiotensin Receptor-Neprilysin Inhibitors, are making waves in the medical world. They're already changing the game for heart failure patients. Now, doctors are wondering if they can do the same for people with kidney disease. Neprilysin is a substance in the body. It breaks down certain
Algeria's horse and donkey populations face a significant challenge from abortive diseases. These illnesses cause pregnancy loss in these animals, which can be a big problem for farmers and breeders. A recent study took a close look at this issue, gathering information from various sources to unders
The LvL UP experiment is a new way to think about health. It combines physical activity, diet, and emotional well-being into one program. This is not just another health app. It uses a chatbot for support and human coaches to adapt to each person's needs. The goal is to see if this approach works.
A recent study shed light on how much Palestinian adults understand about kidney stones. The findings were not great. Many people don't know much about what causes these painful stones or how to avoid them. This lack of knowledge is a big problem. Kidney stones are tiny, hard deposits that form in
Living far from big cities and having less money can make it harder to spot serious heart problems in babies before they are born. This is what a recent study found. It looked at how far people live from specialized medical centers and their income levels. The study showed that those who live far aw
