A majority of men prescribed testosterone therapy do not meet clinical guidelines for safe treatment, according to a recent study from the University of Michigan. While the use of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has quadrupled over the last three decades to reach an estimated 11 million Americans, researchers warn that improper use increases the risk … Read more
Whey protein prices are surging globally as demand for high-protein snacks and weight-loss nutrition outpaces supply. According to Ever.Ag Insights, wholesale prices for 80% whey protein concentrate in the U.S. have jumped 250% over the last year, now trading at more than $13 per pound. Why are whey protein prices spiking so rapidly? The cost … Read more
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has resulted in 654 confirmed cases and 129 deaths, according to recent health data. Africa CDC consultant Dr. Moussa Sarr states that while the rare Bundibugyo strain currently lacks an approved vaccine, the continent’s improved genomic sequencing and community surveillance systems provide a … Read more
Cannabis use disorder (CUD) is increasingly recognized by medical professionals as a significant public health concern, with nearly 31 percent of past-year users meeting clinical criteria for the condition. As THC potency in modern products reaches record highs—sometimes exceeding 90 percent—patients are reporting severe withdrawal symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and physical dependency, according to data … Read more
Two children have died following suspected cases of meningococcemia in separate incidents at Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital and Soroka Medical Center. According to medical staff, the three-year-old patient at Dana-Dwek and the two-year-old child in Beersheba both succumbed to the aggressive bacterial disease, which causes rapid bloodstream infection and organ failure. Health officials emphasize that while … Read more
Creatine supplementation, once reserved for elite athletes, is shifting toward a more personalized, goal-oriented model as users evaluate their daily intake based on specific fitness objectives. According to dietitian and author Josie Porter, individuals are increasingly reassessing their reliance on the supplement when their training volume or intensity decreases, reflecting a broader trend of intentional, … Read more
Health NZ has revised its funding offer for general practitioners to a 6.32% increase, up from an initial 6% proposal, following pushback from the sector. The agency is now reworking its capitation model to account for comorbidities, deprivation, and rural status, with a new ratification deadline set for late next week. Why the funding offer … Read more
Intermittent fasting, a dietary pattern involving scheduled cycles of eating and abstinence, triggers significant metabolic shifts but carries notable health risks, according to clinical reports. While some simulation models suggest the body begins burning fat within hours, health organizations warn of side effects including fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, and the potential exacerbation of disordered eating patterns. … Read more
New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) has issued an urgent recall for several Pams and Market Kitchen branded cooking sauces due to a packaging fault involving damaged glass jars. According to NZFS deputy-director general Vincent Arbuckle, the defective glass poses a significant risk of physical injury to consumers or contamination of the food product. The affected … Read more
China’s nutraceutical market, valued at US$17 billion in 2025, represents a critical growth frontier for foreign brands, according to data from digital commerce agency WPIC. While domestic brands remain competitive, 54% of Chinese consumer spending on health supplements currently favors international labels. Success in this ecosystem requires navigating unique platforms like Tmall, Douyin, and WeChat, … Read more