disease

Syphilis Origin: New evidence links syphilis to the Americas, spreading to Europe post-Columbus

A new study published in the journal Nature provides compelling evidence that syphilis originated in the Americas and spread globally through European colonization.

Moderate wine consumption cuts heart disease risk by 50%, study finds

Researchers caution that the benefits were only observed in high-risk older adults on a Mediterranean diet.

These two occupations can shield you from Alzheimer's, new study suggests

Analyzing nearly nine million death certificates from 2020 to 2022, researchers linked occupational data across 443 professions with Alzheimer's disease as a cause of death.

WHO links mysterious 'Disease X' in DRC to malaria after tests

WHO emphasizes the illness is an 'undiagnosed disease' rather than an unknown one.

Swedish study finds sugary drinks increase cardiovascular disease risk more than sweet treats

Consuming more than 8 sugary drinks a week associated with 19 percent higher risk of ischemic stroke.

Mystery 'Disease X' kills at least 143 in Democratic Republic of the Congo. WHO investigates

The disease primarily affects young people aged 15 to 18, putting the government on 'maximum alert'.

WHO warns: Measles outbreak spreading alarmingly

In 2023, 10.3 million measles cases were reported globally, marking a 20% increase from the previous year. The WHO attributes this rise to insufficient vaccination coverage, leading to outbreaks.

Global diabetes prevalence doubles since 1990, surpassing 800 million adults

India leads with 212 million cases, accounting for over a quarter of the global total.

How many steps a day are needed to lower mortality? It’s not 10,000

The 10,000-step target has become a global benchmark for fitness trackers and health apps.

Early sugar restriction cuts adult diabetes risk by 35%, study finds

Researchers analyzed health data of 60,000 individuals born during UK sugar rationing after WWII.

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