Cuban doctors to leave another country, Guyana, as US applies pressure

Cuban Medical Diplomacy Shifts as Guyana and Others Re-evaluate Agreements Georgetown, Guyana – A decades-long era of Cuban medical diplomacy is undergoing a significant shift as Guyana, Jamaica, and Honduras reassess agreements that have long provided healthcare access although simultaneously bolstering the Cuban government’s revenue. The core of the change? A move by these nations … Read more

Korea’s Health Data Needs Disability Inclusion – Health Affairs Scholar

The Push for Inclusive Healthcare Data: A Global Imperative The future of healthcare hinges on data – but only if that data accurately represents everyone. A recent study, published in the prestigious journal Health Affairs Scholar and conducted by the Korean Disability Health & Medical Association and the Chungbuk National University Health Convergence Research Institute, … Read more

New ‘keto pill’ mimics popular diet without giving up carbs

The Future of Weight Loss: Could a Pill Replace the Keto Diet? For years, the ketogenic diet – a high-fat, low-carb regimen – has been a popular, albeit restrictive, path to weight loss. But what if you could reap the metabolic benefits of keto without sacrificing your favorite foods? Bloom Science believes they’ve found a … Read more

This Women’s Health Research Month, let’s talk about menopause

The Silent Struggle: Why Menopause is Finally Getting the Attention It Deserves For generations, menopause has been framed as an inevitable decline, something women were simply expected to “get through.” But a growing movement, spearheaded by researchers and clinicians like Dr. Lina Huang at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), is challenging that narrative. It’s … Read more

Exercise recommended as part of treatment for colon cancer

Exercise Now Officially Part of Colon Cancer Treatment: A Paradigm Shift in Oncology For decades, exercise has been relegated to a supportive role in cancer care – something to manage symptoms or improve quality of life during treatment. Now, a landmark shift is underway. The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) has formally recognized tailored … Read more

KFSH Joins Prestigious Global Alliance for Genomics and Health

KFSHRC Joins Global Genomics Alliance: A Leap Forward for Precision Medicine in Saudi Arabia King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has taken a significant step towards advancing genomic medicine by joining the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH). This collaboration, announced on March 9, 2026, positions KFSHRC at … Read more

Doctors issue warning to anyone taking Vitamin D supplements

The Vitamin D Dilemma: Balancing Benefits and Risks in the Age of Supplementation Vitamin D, often dubbed the “sunshine vitamin,” has become a household name, lauded for its role in bone health, immune function, and even disease prevention. However, a growing trend of vitamin D supplementation is prompting health experts to urge caution, as evidenced … Read more

Israeli attacks on Iran fuel sites aim ‘to break resilience of people’ | Climate Crisis

Tehran Ablaze: The Escalating Environmental and Economic Costs of the Iran-Israel Conflict Images emerging from Tehran paint a grim picture: apocalyptic fires raging at fuel depots, thick black smoke choking the city, and streets coated in soot. The recent strikes by Israel and the United States, ostensibly targeting military and government sites, are increasingly impacting … Read more

Doctors issue warning to Vitamin D takers after man is admitted to hospital

The Hidden Dangers of the ‘Sunshine Vitamin’: Are You Overdoing Vitamin D? Vitamin D, often dubbed the “sunshine vitamin,” is a staple in many people’s supplement routines, particularly during the darker winter months. It’s lauded for its role in bone health, immune function, and even reducing the risk of certain diseases. However, a recent case … Read more

Are you asking a chatbot for health advice? Here’s what you need know first

The Rise of the AI Doctor: Navigating the Latest World of Chatbot Healthcare Hundreds of millions now turn to chatbots for advice, and tech companies are responding with programs designed to answer health questions. OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health and Anthropic’s Claude are leading the charge, offering users the ability to analyze medical records, wellness app data, … Read more