There is no doubt that vaccines are a powerful tool to prevent diseases. Kyrgyzstan has been working on this for a while. They started a big program to vaccinate people against the flu back in 2013. Since 2017, they have been teaming up with a global health group to make sure more people get the vac
San Francisco has long been known for its progressive stance on drug use. For years, the city has provided free drug paraphernalia to users. This included items like plastic straws, foil, and pipes, all intended to promote safer drug consumption. The idea was to reduce harm by making drug use safer,
The past ten years have seen remarkable progress in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, particularly in healthcare. One exciting area is pathology, where AI could revolutionize cancer diagnosis and treatment. However, there are significant hurdles to overcome before AI can be fully integrated i
Hypertension is a big deal in Burkina Faso. It is a serious health concern in the rural areas. There are many people who have it. The quality of care for these people is not good. This is a problem. The Institute of Medicine has four key areas to measure quality of care. These are effectivenes
A gathering at Viterbo University aims to tackle the opioid crisis head-on. This is the second year for the RESPOND Together summit, a platform for providers to share insights and strategies. The summit's goal is to educate and improve services for those battling substance and opioid use disorders.
India's COVID-19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on the country's health inequalities. Health is not just about biology. It's also about money and education. The pandemic has made this crystal clear. The rich and well-educated have had an easier time managing health issues like high blood pressur
In the heart of Columbus, Ohio, a silent battle is unfolding in the city's waterways. This battle is not fought with weapons, but with tiny, invisible warriors known as Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales, or CPE for short. These superbugs have become a significant threat in hospitals, but they
The world is getting older, and that's a big deal. To make sure people enjoy their later years, it's crucial to focus on staying active and healthy. This means looking at the physical, mental, and social sides of life for those in their mid-50s to early 60s. In the Baixo Alentejo region of Portugal,
The military is a unique community. It is not just about physical strength and discipline. The mental health of service members is equally important. A recent look into the lives of active U. S. service members reveals that everyday struggles, not just medical issues, play a big role in their mental
In a recent high-stakes courtroom drama, the Supreme Court tackled a heated issue: South Carolina's push to cut off funding for Planned Parenthood. The spotlight was on a legal puzzle: can Medicaid patients take states to court if they want to pick their own healthcare providers? The case isn't jus
