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A New Frontier for Heart Health: Dr. Heather Ross's Remote Revolution
A pioneering cardiologist tackles heart failure in Canada's most vulnerable communities.
Beyond Technique: Why Emotional Closeness Drives the Female Orgasm
New research suggests that psychological 'affect' is a more powerful predictor of female climax than physical skill.
Beyond Technique: Why Emotional 'Affect' is the Primary Driver of Female Orgasm
A new study of over 500 women reveals that psychological closeness outweighs physical skill in predicting sexual satisfa...
Breaking the 20-Year Cycle: Understanding the Link Between Nightmares and PTSD
Chronic nightmares may be more than just bad sleep; they could be a neurological echo of past trauma.
Matt Forde's Unrelenting Fight Against Chronic Pain
The comedian's harrowing experience with a rare spinal tumour and chordoma has left him with lasting damage, but he's de...
The Lethal Side of 'Detox': First British Death Linked to Kambo Ritual
The death of wellbeing coach Kristian Trend in Leicester highlights the extreme risks of unregulated Amazonian 'cleansin...
The NHS Waiting List Illusion: When 'Falling Numbers' Mean Denied Care
A North London GP warns that official NHS waiting list reductions may be achieved by simply rejecting patients rather th...
The Digital Grip: How 3-Hour Smartphone Habits Fuel UK Nerve Pain
As Britons spend hours swiping and scrolling, experts warn that Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is becoming a modern epidemic.
The Hidden Truth Behind NHS Waiting List Numbers
A disturbing trend is emerging in NHS waiting lists, contradicting claims of improvement.
Beyond Bone Scans: How AI Eye Tests Could Predict Osteoporosis
A new study suggests that an AI-powered retinal scan could identify osteoporosis risks, offering a non-invasive alternat...
Beyond the CPAP Mask: The Side-Sleeping Breakthrough for Sleep Apnoea
New research suggests that positional therapy may offer a more tolerable, long-term alternative to traditional CPAP mach...
Ebola Outbreak in Bunia: Disinfection Efforts Face Community Resistance and Attacks
As sanitation workers spray disinfectants in Ituri province, an attack on a medical tent in Mongbwalu highlights the gro...
Arson Attack in Bunia Unleashes Ebola Suspects into Congo Community
A violent attack on a Doctors Without Borders facility has compromised containment efforts in Bunia, leaving 18 suspecte...
The NiMe Diet: Can Papua New Guinea's Tribal Secrets Solve the Chronic Disease Crisis?
Inspired by the isolated tribes of Papua New Guinea, a new nutritional approach aims to combat modern ailments by restor...
Papua New Guinea's Gut-Friendly Secret: A Recipe for Modern Health
A traditional diet from Papua New Guinea's frontier is luring hope for a modern epidemic, but what's behind its remarkab...
Data-Driven Survival: Why Congress Must Modernize Hospital Preparedness
The ICU Bed Act aims to replace outdated weekly reporting with real-time data to prevent the resource shortages seen dur...
More Than a Friendly Face: The Clinical Impact of Facility Dogs in Pediatric Wards
From controlling blood pressure to assisting in media production, facility dogs are proving to be essential medical tool...
Beyond Hydration: The Biochemical Case for Watermelon as a Functional Food
New nutritional insights suggest watermelon's specific concentrations of L-citrulline and lycopene offer significant car...
The SPF Gap: Why Sunscreen Can't Be Skipped
A practicing GP and aesthetic doctor reveals the hidden dangers of multitasking skincare products and why sunscreen rema...
The Sunscreen Slip-Up: Why Multitasking Products Aren't Enough
A GP and aesthetic doctor warns against relying solely on multitasking skincare and makeup products with SPF, and explai...
Deadly 'Boy Kibble' Trend Spreads on TikTok
TikTok gym bros' protein-rich meal may be a recipe for disaster, microbiologists warn.
A Desperate Plea on Wheels: One Woman's Quest for a Kidney
Peggy Macala's SUV becomes a billboard for organ donation as she searches for a living donor to save her life.
Families Left in the Dark: Alzheimer's Diagnosis Support Lacking
A family's devastating experience highlights the need for timely support and information after an Alzheimer's diagnosis.
The Unseen Toll of Alzheimer's: A Family's Harrowing Journey
A family's story of love, resilience, and the devastating impact of Alzheimer's diagnosis
Finding Relief: Why Podiatrist-Approved Footwear is Essential for Plantar Fasciitis
With millions facing chronic heel pain, the right shoe is a medical tool, not just an accessory.
BC Nurses' Union Secures 12% Wage Hike Following Strike Threat
After a 98% strike mandate, the BC Nurses' Union has reached a tentative deal with the provincial government.
FDA Staff Blindsided by Decision to Expand US Nicotine Market
A sudden regulatory shift is causing internal friction at the FDA, leaving staff caught off guard by the influx of new n...
Beyond the Toggle: The Nuanced Science of Dark Mode and Eye Health
Switching to dark mode isn't a universal fix for eye fatigue; the right setting depends heavily on your environment and ...
The New Aesthetic of Erasure: How GLP-1 Drugs are Replacing the Mona Lisa Ideal
From the voluptuous symbols of 16th-century wealth to the hollowed cheeks of the modern era, Dr. Michael Yafi explores t...
From Renaissance Curves to 'GLP-1 Face': How Medicine Redefines Beauty
Dr. Michael Yafi argues that weight-loss drugs are sculpting a new, gaunt aesthetic that will inevitably redefine the fu...