The summer of 2024 saw a surge in protests across Bangladesh. The events shook the nation and changed everyday life for many people. Women, in particular, felt the impact more sharply. A new study looked at how these changes affected their mental health. Researchers gathered data from adult women l
In a new study, researchers tested whether a computer‑driven chatbot could guide adults toward healthier habits in everyday health clinics. The trial took place at three community hospitals in Hong Kong and involved 627 people between the ages of 45 and 75. Many participants had high blood pressure
The world of online health has grown fast. New platforms now let people chat in text, see a doctor through video, or call for help. These options change how patients reach out for care. Many studies look at how digital visits replace or add to in‑person appointments. But they often treat all online
Older people today turn to the internet for everything from news to shopping, and this shift matters for their overall well‑being. Yet researchers often treat online activity as one single habit, missing how different digital tasks affect the way seniors judge their own health. When people look at
In China, men who have sex with men (MSM) can protect themselves from HIV using pre‑exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP. It works well when taken regularly, but many MSM still do not know about it or use it. Researchers wanted to find out if the city you live in matters. They looked at data from many MSM
The Big Red Barn Retreat is running a new effort called Horses for Mental Health. They are asking people to give money so veterans and first responders can join free sessions with horses. The rides are not just for fun; they help people feel connected and build confidence after trauma. Equi
A man from Spain who had been aboard a cruise ship later found to carry hantavirus has now tested positive for the disease, raising Spain’s total linked cases to 13. The patient was among 14 Spaniards who left the ship in Tenerife on May 10, after authorities first spotted a cluster of infections ea
For a quarter century, a special system has quietly shaped how life-saving drugs reach people worldwide. Since its launch, this program has vetted over 500 medicines, making them eligible for purchase by international agencies and governments. That’s more than just a number—it represents real access
A person from Spain who recently returned from a cruise on the MV Hondius is now in a special hospital unit after testing positive for hantavirus. This virus is rare but serious, and it can spread through contact with infected animals or their droppings. The traveler was one of 14 Spaniards on the s
In eastern Congo, two battles rage at once. One is against a rare Ebola strain with no cure. The other is against fear—fear that turns aid workers into targets. Volunteers like Vanny Birungi meet hostility daily, not just from the virus but from the people they try to help. Stones and shouts greet h
