The American Medical Association has been sounding alarms about cannabis health risks, and one of the physicians leading that effort is Dr. Michael Suk. As co-chair of the AMA Cannabis Task Force, Dr. Suk has spent the past year educating doctors about the ways cannabis affects the body. One condition the task force wants physicians...
Collagen powders, drinks, and gummies promise firm skin and fewer wrinkles, so it is no surprise they fill bathroom shelves and social feeds. People stir the powder into coffee, smoothies, yoghurt bowls, and even water bottles at their desks. Marketing often frames collagen as an effortless shortcut to youthful skin, which sounds tempting during busy...
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...
In the world of biomechanics and medicine, there are challenges in the designing microrobots that are effective in drug administration. Properly managing factors such as biocompatibility, size, biodegradability, and magnetic properties is required to control the microrobots effectively. Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a microrobot that promises to revolutionize medicine delivery inside the...
A few decades ago, the idea of an HIV cure sounded unrealistic. Today, doctors describe a carefully documented case where the virus appears to be gone for good after a rare stem cell transplant. A 60-year-old man in Germany, often called the “second Berlin patient”, lived with HIV and later developed aggressive leukemia that required...
Dates and butter might look like a TikTok trend, yet the pairing carries a much older story. Across deserts and trading routes, people relied on dates for quick strength and on animal fats for staying power. Today, the same combination appears again, this time as a small bite that promises comfort and possibly deep nourishment....
Most couples want good health to be part of their future together, but many do not realize how certain intimate behaviors can influence a woman’s wellbeing over time. Some habits feel small in the moment, yet they shape the environment that a woman’s body responds to every day. Husbands who pay attention to the choices...
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...
Obesity has moved from a personal blame story to a recognised global health emergency. The World Health Organization now estimates that more than 1 billion people live with obesity, and about 16% of adults worldwide met obesity criteria in 2022. This trend continues upward, with projections suggesting that nearly half of all adults could live...
Waking up with a sticky, dry mouth at night can feel very uncomfortable and strangely worrying. Saliva does far more than keep your mouth comfortable. It helps protect teeth, supports taste, and even aids digestion. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research explains that “dry mouth, also called xerostomia, is the condition of not...
Your kidneys quietly filter your blood all day, balancing fluids, clearing waste, and helping control blood pressure. Yet kidney health often only gets attention once something goes wrong. Many people already know that a very salty diet strains the kidneys, but less obvious habits can cause just as much trouble. Some of those habits live...
Growing older usually comes with one clear message from doctors. Keep “bad” cholesterol low to protect the heart. Yet new research from a famed longevity region in Italy suggests that, for some of the very oldest adults, the story looks more complicated. In a cluster of villages in central Sardinia, a Blue Zone famous for...
