Category: Health

Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling may seem like symptoms only older people have to worry about. But increasingly, people in their 20s and 30s are experiencing these issues, and the cause might be arthritis. For many, arthritis seems like a distant problem reserved for later years. But that’s no longer the case. Joint pain in younger adults is becoming more common, and it’s important to recognize the early warning signs…

A last-minute early adjournment by the Georgia Senate has left a handful of public health bills stuck in legislative limbo — and advocates are frustrated by what didn’t make it across the finish line. Despite widespread bipartisan backing, legislation meant to standardize and certify community health workers failed to pass. And it wasn’t alone. Gun safety measures, a proposal to welcome more foreign-trained doctors, and a bill tied to vaccine…

The UK has confirmed a fresh case of the virulent Clade 1b mpox strain, and this time, there’s no obvious link to travel or prior exposure. Health experts are worried, and for good reason. This isn’t just another imported case. The individual infected hasn’t traveled to Africa — where the strain is more common — nor been in known contact with anyone who had mpox. That’s the real twist. It…

As the world grapples with climate change and rising health challenges, one dietary shift is gaining momentum among longevity researchers and sustainability advocates alike: the Planetary Health Diet (PHD). Designed by the EAT-Lancet Commission, the PHD aims to optimize both human health and the planet’s ecological balance — and it may just be the key to living beyond 100. In a recent landmark study published in The American Journal of…

Rodent-borne disease claims three lives in 2025, including a Hollywood figure, prompting new health alerts A silent and deadly virus has crept back into headlines in California. Three confirmed deaths—each sudden and severe—have now been linked to Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome, including the passing of actor Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa. The deaths, spread across different locations and with limited clues, have reignited concern over a virus many thought was a…

Alarming cross-species infection raises public health fears as authorities race to contain the outbreak A virus that was once just a poultry problem is now showing its teeth in the wild—and even in living rooms. India’s battle with H5N1 bird flu has taken a serious turn, with confirmed infections now seen in animals far beyond the coop. Tigers, leopards, jungle cats, and even pet cats are testing positive. This isn’t…

Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad has officially made history by becoming the first healthcare facility in India to earn the prestigious Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). This recognition cements Apollo’s place at the forefront of advanced stroke care in the country. A Certification That Sets a New Standard The AHA’s certification isn’t handed out lightly. It’s a rigorous process, and Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, has…

Spinach isn’t just a salad filler — it’s a nutritional powerhouse packed with surprising benefits for your body. From heart health to better vision, this leafy green might be doing more for you than you think. Packed with Nutrients That Work Overtime Spinach is loaded with vitamins and minerals your body loves. A single cup of raw spinach has only about 7 calories, but it’s overflowing with vitamin A, vitamin…

Eating More Plants Might Be the Key to a Longer, Healthier Life Living longer is one thing — staying healthy while doing it is another. A new study published in Nature Medicine suggests that a plant-based diet could significantly improve your chances of hitting 70 without chronic diseases weighing you down. The study analyzed data from nearly 105,000 middle-aged participants, tracking their diets and health outcomes over time. Less than…

Tuberculosis is often thought of as a lung disease. But for many women, it’s a silent threat to their fertility — and the damage can be irreversible. Genital Tuberculosis: The Unseen Reproductive Threat While pulmonary TB gets most of the spotlight, a lesser-known but equally dangerous form exists: genital tuberculosis. This condition sneaks through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, targeting reproductive organs. For many women, it arrives quietly, without any…