Dangerous heat wave: many US cities to see record temperatures overnight Specialists say that if night temperatures do not cool the body, health risks usually manifest themselves the next day
When the stomach eats itself, two contrasting lines: autoimmune gastritis vs. induced autophagy There is no solid evidence that fasting-induced autophagy alone generates gastritis or AIG, but it is not recommended in people with a delicate stomach.
Silent price of self-medication: drug abuse damages the kidneys Nephrotoxicity can manifest itself in high blood pressure, water and sodium retention, excess potassium, tissue inflammation or acute kidney failure.
Yogurt, prebiotics and probiotics are associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer An adequate balance of the intestinal microbiota, influenced by diet, appears to be protective against colorectal cancer
Stopping long periods of sitting may reduce cancer risk Study of more than 91,000 UK Biobank participants points to importance of sedentary behavior patterns
Deaths in ICE Custody Reach Highest Level in Decades; one death is reported every 9 days: HRW "People are dying at the highest rate in many years," said Brian Root, senior adviser at Human Rights Watch.
Deaths in ICE centers double; 50 immigrants died after Trump's return A Reuters analysis reveals that the death rate in immigration detention centers has doubled since January 2025
Emergency analgesia and its difference with surgical anesthesia: this is how Koné was treated after his fracture. After the double fracture, the Canadian player was given Pentrhox, a powerful non-opioid analgesic with ultra-fast action.
Why are so many people allergic to shellfish? The prevalence of shellfish allergy increases with age and diet. Genetics also influences: certain family variants predispose to developing them
More than half of Americans fear they will not be able to pay for health care Data shows health care affordability has declined across several demographic groups, especially among young adults and women
Infant mortality in the US reaches a historic low Despite reaching this record, the US infant mortality rate remains less favorable than that of other high-income nations
Trump blocks study on alcohol despite concluding risks of its consumption The study was finally released independently after not having been incorporated into the process of developing the new federal guidelines
Adults should not consume more than one alcoholic drink a day, new dietary guidelines recommend The American Cancer Society suggests that it is ideal to avoid alcohol completely, especially for those who are at high risk for cancer.
Adults should not consume more than one alcoholic drink a day, new dietary guidelines recommend The American Cancer Society suggests that it is ideal to avoid alcohol completely, especially for those who are at high risk for cancer.
Doctor Loses 70 Pounds of Weight on Carnivore Diet: “Americans Have Been Misled About Nutrition,” He Says The positive results reported respond more to personal experiences than to clinical evidence.
Experimental pill that promises new hope for deadly pancreatic cancer accelerated A randomized clinical trial showed that patients receiving daraxonrasib achieved a median survival of 13.2 months
Learn about the most common mistakes when whitening teeth at home Certain ingredients such as activated charcoal and baking soda can remove external stains, but also erode tooth enamel
GLP-1 medicines' potential to treat substance addictions is being examined With the increase in clinical trials, promising results are expected in the treatment of alcohol use disorder
Circumcision in the spotlight: health guidelines consider it potentially harmful The Crown Prosecution Service decided not to include circumcision alongside dowry abuse, witchcraft and female genital mutilation
Women suffer heart attacks: more than 60 million suffer from cardiovascular diseases in the US Experts highlight the need for women to recognize and understand the unique symptoms associated with heart attacks in order to act promptly
Viruses that affect your stomach the most: these are the germs you should avoid What are the most common ones? How do they enter the body? Is it possible to avoid them?
Aloe vera eliminates bad energy: how to prepare it for protection Also known as aloe vera, this plant is popular in spirituality as it is considered a powerful shield against negativity
We all have 'zombie cells': learn how they affect your health Inside your body, at this very moment, there are cells that are technically dead, but refuse to disappear
US life expectancy reaches historic high, health authorities celebrate Experts point out that public health programs and medical advances have been key in improving longevity
Asian countries tighten health controls due to the Indian Nipah virus; does it threaten to spread? Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and China implement security and prevention measures to prevent the virus from crossing into their territories
Colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in people under 50 By 1990, colorectal cancer ranked fifth among the causes of cancer death in people under 50. By 2023, it had risen to first
France registers more deaths than births for the first time since World War II France will register more deaths than births in 2025 for the first time since World War II, reflecting the fall in the birth rate
The healing spice: how capsaicin becomes an ally of health Researchers from around the world have discovered that this natural alkaloid possesses capabilities that go far beyond stimulating our taste buds
A study shows that bariatric surgery is more effective than weight loss medications Data from 20,000 patients was analyzed using procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, in conjunction with the administration of GLP-1 agonists
A study shows that bariatric surgery is more effective than weight loss medications Data from 20,000 patients was analyzed using procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, in conjunction with the administration of GLP-1 agonists
5 reasons to look to the future with optimism On the cusp of 2026 and after a year of devastating news, at BBC Mundo we highlight 5 areas in which we have made significant progress
WHO reports health progress in 2025 and warns of cuts The organization's 2025 assessment, as described by Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, was marked by significant progress
COVID projections for 2026: Will it remain a threat or just a dire memory? Experts suggest that a new variant with greater transmissibility or resistance to previous immunity could emerge
Cushing's syndrome: a silent disease that can be fatal without timely treatment Early identification of Cushing's syndrome is challenging, as its initial symptoms can be confused with other, more common conditions
They suspect that the shooter who killed US military personnel in Syria was an ISIS infiltrator Two US soldiers and a civilian were killed in Syria during an ambush attributed to the jihadist group ISIS, also known as the Islamic State
A quarter of pregnant women in the US do not receive prenatal care during the first trimester They warn that, without a national effort to improve access to care, the maternal and neonatal death rate will continue to rise
First death related to allergy to meat caused by a tick bite reported It is estimated that more than 100,000 people in the United States have developed an allergy to red meat due to alpha-gal syndrome
Advances in gene therapy to permanently reduce high cholesterol are highlighted Cardiologists highlight the potential of this treatment as a long-term solution for patients with difficult-to-control cholesterol
The risks of drinking black cola for your health A glass of cola contains alarming amounts of harmful ingredients such as sugar, caffeine, high-fructose corn syrup, and phosphoric acid that can severely affect health.
