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Are you over 75? Here’s what you need to know about vitamin D

Essential for seniors’ health, new guidelines urge those over 75 to consider daily vitamin D supplements for bone strength and immune function.
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What’s the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath? Less than you might think

Delve into the mind’s dark corners to grasp the difference between psychopaths and sociopaths, their traits, and their impacts on society.
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Yes, you do need to clean your tongue. Here’s how and why

Tongue health speaks volumes; learn how to spot signs, clean properly, and when to seek GP advice for oral wellbeing.
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Why is pain so exhausting?

Chronic pain isn’t just about discomfort—it’s a draining battle that complicates every daily task, deepens fatigue, and challenges the body’s systems.
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How can I stop using food to cope with negative emotions?

Grapple with emotional eating and diet culture—learn what triggers your habits, embrace intuitive eating, and get help if food preoccupies your life.
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Will there soon be a cure for HIV?

Harnessing stem cell transplants and progressive research, the fight against HIV hints at a potential cure with breakthrough cases and pioneering treatments.
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What pathogen might spark the next pandemic? How scientists are preparing for ‘disease X’

Scientists strategize to preempt the next pandemic: preparing for ‘Pathogen X’ and learning from influenza, coronaviruses, and the 25 viral families threatening global health.
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Ozempic’s cousin drug liraglutide is about to get cheaper. But how does it stack up?

Patent expiry for liraglutide (Victoza/Saxenda) paves the way for cheaper generics; understanding their weight loss potential, usage, and side effects.
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A Hospital Kept a Brain-Damaged Patient on Life Support to Boost Statistics. His Sister Is Now Suing for Malpractice.

ProPublica’s probe into a New Jersey hospital reveals a disturbing trend of medical negligence and ethical violations following a heart transplant gone wrong.
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How Much Alcohol Does It Take To Increase Cancer Risk?

Alcohol’s health risks debunked: no safe dose, heightened cancer risk, and a guide to reducing intake for a healthier life.
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The Meds That Impair Decision-Making

Parkinson’s medication may impair decision-making, affecting life choices. Pramipexole, a drug for symptom relief, possibly heightens risk-taking in patients. Adjustments in treatment could be crucial.
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What’s the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest? One’s about plumbing, the other wiring

Bronny James’ cardiac arrest ignites confusion between heart attacks and cardiac arrests; learn their differences and links.