Mexico is facing a big problem with how much red and processed meat people eat. Experts say this isn't good for health or the environment. So, they're thinking about taxing meat to get people to eat less of it. First, let's talk about why this is important. Eating too much red and processed meat ca
The U. S. Army is serious about keeping its soldiers fit. They've introduced the Holistic Health and Fitness system and the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) to assess soldiers' overall health. But what about the habits that contribute to this fitness? Things like eating right, sleeping well, and stay
Life on the streets is tough, and staying healthy is an uphill battle for many. People without homes face a lot of health problems. A new program called PHOENIx is trying to change that. It connects pharmacists with groups that help the homeless. The idea is simple. Pharmacists who can prescribe me
In China, hospitals are quickly adopting new technologies. Generative AI is one of them. But how do the people in charge feel about it? That's what a recent study tried to find out. The study looked at senior leaders in hospitals. These leaders play a big role in deciding whether to use AI. But bef
The Supreme Court made a big decision recently. They said that a key part of the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, is still good to go. This means that around 150 million people can keep getting free preventive services. The court voted 6-3 in favor of this. Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices
In Brazil, a big study looked at what makes older folks thrive. It turns out, faith plays a big role. Researchers checked in with 2, 490 seniors living in their communities. They wanted to see how religion affects aging well. Aging well isn't just about being healthy. It's also about staying sharp
Hypothyroidism can make life pretty tough. It messes with your body, mind, and even your social life. But there's hope! Yoga has shown it can help people feel better. Now, with more people using telehealth, a special yoga program was made just for hypothyroid patients. This program is designed to wo
Republicans in the Senate are trying to fix a huge problem with a tiny solution. They want to cut $800 billion from Medicaid, a program that helps millions of Americans get healthcare. This could hurt many people, especially those in rural areas who rely on Medicaid to keep their hospitals open. So
Recent findings from a major cancer conference have shed light on some surprising factors that can influence cancer survival rates. One of the most intriguing discoveries is the impact of lifestyle choices on a patient's prognosis. It turns out that what you do in your daily life can significantly a
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is becoming a bigger problem for women between 15 and 49 years old. This is true all over the world, but some places are worse than others. The numbers show that in 2021, about 4. 38 out of every 100, 000 women in this age group got IBD. Even more concerning, 45. 90
