Rumours and speculation have been proliferating rapidly that President Trump’s physical and mental health are in decline. While Trump frequently boasts about his MRI results, this has not deterred the questions on his cognitive abilities and mental aptitude to hold office. However, Trump has bragged about his results stating he’s “aced” numerous cognitive tests and...

This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, yet they remain one of the most uncomfortable and frustrating health issues women face, whether you are dealing with a sudden onset or looking for ways...

For most people, dialysis is something they barely think about. For millions of patients around the world, it controls almost every part of daily life. That reality is what makes the idea of a portable dialysis machine so powerful in the first place. When a Canadian teenager suggested a version that could be built for...

A U.S. teenager landed in the hospital this January after secretly vaping for 3 years. 17-year-old Brianne Cullen was taken to the hospital after she began to struggle breathing during cheerleading practice. She was diagnosed with “popcorn lung”, also known as bronchiolitis obliterans. The condition is rare; however, it is chronic and irreversible, causing permanent...

The concept of ‘gut health’ has long since moved from a niche topic into a mainstream priority, and for good reason. A healthy gut is not just about avoiding bloating; it’s a critical component of overall well-being. The health of your gut will influence everything from mood to immune function and more. But what exactly...

Low back pain persists as the leading cause for work loss, disability and reduction of quality of life across the world. In 2020, over half a billion prevalent cases of low back pain were recorded. Low back pain is characterized by 3 types of pain occurring simultaneously which are nociceptive (physical damage to muscles or...

A fun holiday visit to Istanbul, Turkey, turned to tragedy for a family of 4 from Germany when they met their tragic end from a suspected poisoning. Investigators initially suspected that food poisoning from one of the surrounding street food vendors led to illness that caused their deaths. However, evidence now points to possible chemical...

When people ask their doctors about lupus causes, their answer can sometimes sound frustratingly vague. While they know that genetics plays a role, as do hormones and the environment, specific triggers have largely remained elusive. A new study from Stanford University now pushes one suspect, Epstein-Barr virus, to the center of the stage. Younis and...

Have you ever heard of The Holy Fruit of the Himalayas? How about the Siberian Pineapple? Though it may come with a variety of interesting names, they all refer to the same fruit: Hippophae rhamnoides, or the sea buckthorn berry. This vibrant orange-yellow berry is not just used because it tastes good, either – it...

Illness and disease don’t exist in silos: often, one can trigger or exacerbate another. Emerging evidence is painting a clearer, more urgent picture: the global epidemic of diabetes may be one of the strongest, yet most controllable risk factors for developing dementia. Far from being two separate conditions, researchers are increasingly recognizing them as a...

When 23 year old actress Isabelle Tate passed away on October 19, her cause of death shocked fans everywhere. Reports confirmed she died from a rare form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a condition that affects the nerves and muscles in the body. Her story feels both heartbreaking and inspiring, showing how rare disorders can shape lives...

As Mary Poppins once said, a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down. But what about a spoonful of plastic and chemicals? That’s what many people are unknowingly swallowing with their softgel medications and supplements. Most of us associate vitamins with health, safety, and self-care. Yet new research is revealing that the glossy coating...