Teenagers today face a lot of pressure. They juggle school, friends, and growing up. But did you know their daily habits can greatly affect their mental health? A recent study looked at how lifestyle choices relate to non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) in Spanish teens. The study focused on students a
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are a big problem. They cause serious health issues, cost a lot of money, and affect society as a whole. To tackle this, experts need to figure out what research is most important. A recent study tried to do just that. The study aimed to create a list of priorities for
In the bustling cities of Mumbai and Kolkata, a recent investigation uncovered some surprising facts about why some Indian teens pick up smoking. Over 2, 000 adolescents were part of this study, which aimed to understand the role of school bonds and religious beliefs in teen smoking habits. Surpris
A recent study looked into how changing religions might be linked to mental health issues in young adults. It used data from Finland and tracked people born between 1986 and 2003. The study found that those who left their original religion, or switched to a different one, had a higher chance of taki
Breast milk is more than just food for babies. It's a powerhouse of good bacteria that can help fight off nasty infections. Scientists have found that certain types of these friendly bacteria, called Limosilactobacillus fermentum, can boost the body's defenses against a harmful germ called Neisseria
A major deal just happened in the world of medical tech. Laborie Medical Technologies is buying the JADA System from Organon. This system helps stop heavy bleeding after childbirth. The price tag? A whopping $465 million. That's a lot of money, but it's for a device that could save lives. The JADA
Oracle, a big tech company, has teamed up with a group called Ci4CC. They want to use AI and better data sharing to help fight cancer. This team-up was announced at a big meeting in Miami Beach. The goal is to make electronic health records better for cancer patients. Right now, these records can b
Money troubles can really mess with your mind and body. A recent study dug into how financial struggles might link depression and gum disease. It's not just about feeling down; it's about how life's tough spots can hurt your health in unexpected ways. The study looked at data from a big health surv
In 2025, a significant update was made to how doctors treat a liver condition called MASH. This condition is linked to metabolic issues and used to be known as NAFLD. The update focuses on using a drug called semaglutide, which is found in a medication named Wegovy. The FDA gave Wegovy the green li
In the United States, a healthy lifestyle is often linked to a lower risk of heart disease. But did you know it might also protect your gallbladder? Researchers recently looked at data from 2017 to 2018 to see if a healthy lifestyle could reduce the chances of developing gallstones. They compared tw
