Healthcare is a basic right, but many around the world can't access it. This is especially true in low- and middle-income countries. A recent study in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, looked into the availability, pricing, and affordability of essential medicines for heart disease. Researchers checked public,
Imagine you're sick and need medical help. Where you live can actually affect the type of care you get. Healthcare practices aren't always the same everywhere. Let's dive into why that is. Healthcare professionals often follow guidelines based on scientific evidence to treat patients. But how do we
Even though Iran has strict rules against making, selling, or drinking alcohol, a secret market has been thriving. Many people are getting seriously hurt or even dying because these secret drink makers often don't follow safety rules. A group of researchers decided to find out why this black market
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, a top-tier stroke center noticed some big changes in how they treated patients. They looked back at people who had a stroke from September 2020 to May 2021, both with and without COVID-19. They found that there were fewer cases of a common type of stroke called acute
Boxer Danny Garcia, 36, has had a rollercoaster year both personally and professionally. He shared his experiences on Instagram, revealing that the most significant struggle was his father's stroke. Despite the joy of welcoming a new son, the health scare of his father took a toll on him. Garcia's f
The recent murder of a top health insurance executive, Brian Thompson, has sparked a wave of anger among Americans. They're furious about high insurance costs and denied coverage. But why did it take such a dramatic event for people to pay attention? At a conference, leaders from Pfizer and Amazon d
Bubba Wallace, the only full-time Black driver in the NASCAR Cup Series, has faced plenty of challenges. From discovering a noose in his garage to dealing with his best friend's championship, he's had a tough time. But with his wife Amanda Carter by his side, things are looking up. They've been toge
Let's talk about calories. We eat them, we burn them, and we often obsess over them. But is counting every single calorie really the best way to stay healthy? Not so fast. First off, calories come from food. We need them to live and do stuff like breathe or run a race. So, to lose weight, you have
Heart attacks, especially those caused by blocked arteries, are quite common and can be deadly. A recent study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, wanted to find out how much adults knew about heart attack symptoms and risks. Researchers talked to lots of people, from college students to older adults, who live
Ever heard of cyberchondria? It's like when you look up a tiny ache and suddenly think you have a rare disease. This is happening more and more among students at Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With the internet at their fingertips, these students can find detailed
