Looking to establish a biotech ecosystem? Here’s what you can learn from Serbia
Serbia has made gains in biotechnology – which is transforming the health sector – and can show other states how to accelerate their biotech journeys.
Here's why shedding pounds is good for your heart - even if you regain the weight later
Researchers at the University of Oxford brought together studies of overweight adults to assess what happened after the weight loss programmes ended.
Candida auris: What you need to know about the deadly fungus spreading through US hospitals
Candida auris is a fungal infection first identified in 2009 that is now present in many countries. An immunologist explains why it is a cause for concern.
Accelerating action on Africa’s health agenda: Here's everything you need to know
Africa CDC’s New Public Health Order champions initiatives and investments across critical areas of health policy and practice on the African continent.
A World Health Day lesson: Oral health is key to overall health and wellbeing
With the right knowledge and tools, people can take charge of their oral health for a brighter, healthier future.
World Health Day: Here’s how AI and digital health are shaping the future of healthcare
A tide of health data and digital technologies – such as AI and telemedicine – is sweeping away long-held preconceptions about global healthcare.
Unconscious bias continues to hold back women in medicine, but research shows how to fight it
The culture in medicine appears to be shifting from one of avoiding discussing difficult topics such as unconscious bias, to one of engaging with them.
How to mitigate the effects of climate change on global food security
Rising temperatures are negatively impacting global food security. Food supply systems need to consider climate change at an individual and community level.
Scientists Invented a Way to Break Down ‘Forever Chemicals’
‘Forever chemicals’ make products non-stick or waterproof. They are formally known as PFAS and are used in cookware, clothing, and fire-repellent foam. Scientists created a new material t...
Only 1% of Land in America’s 35 Largest Cities Is Walkable
These walkable areas generate a whopping 20% of the US GDP. This means walkability is a critical driver of the American economy. Walkable places are those you can easily navigate on foot....
World Health Day: 8 trends shaping global healthcare
World Health Day: From inflation and worker burnout to AI-assisted diagnosis and precision medicine, global healthcare is being shaped by many trends right now.
Here's why exercise is such a good tool in treating depression
A new paper that analyzed data from 41 studies found exercise helped depression symptoms - potentially as much as other treatment options, researchers say.