People in some parts of the world live much longer than average. These places, called Blue Zones, have a lot in common. They eat mostly plants, stay active, and have strong social ties. Their lifestyle is not about strict rules. It is about simple habits that add up over time. In Okinawa, Japan, pe
In a recent study, researchers looked at how calafate, a berry from the Berberis microphylla plant, affects heart health in rats with diet-induced obesity. The rats were fed a high-sucrose diet and given calafate supplements for 10 weeks. The goal was to see if calafate could improve their lipid pro
The '27 Club' is more than just a sad coincidence. It's a sign of a bigger problem in the music world. Many famous musicians struggle with deep emotional issues, constant stress, and turn to drugs or alcohol to cope. This isn't just about personal problems. The music industry and society often make
Breast milk is super important for babies. It's all they need to eat for the first six months. A recent study looked at how to get more moms in Indonesia to breastfeed exclusively. They wanted to find out who to focus on to make the biggest difference. The study found that some groups need more hel
People looking to fix their knee cartilage have a lot of questions. A recent study dug into what they're searching for online. They focused on a specific treatment called MACI. This is a fancy way of fixing knee cartilage using a patient's own cells. The study looked at over a thousand questions an
Bird flu has shown up in a small chicken group in Franklin County. This news came out on Tuesday from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. The specific type of bird flu, called High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), is very contagious among birds. However, it poses a low risk
Vaccines are not just about avoiding infections. They also help older folks stay healthy in other ways. For example, getting vaccinated against shingles, RSV, and flu can lower the chances of serious health problems like heart attacks, strokes, and even dementia. Older adults are more at risk for i
The flu is spreading fast this year. A new strain of influenza A, called H3N2 subclade K, is making people sick. This strain spreads quickly and might be harder to fight off. Doctors are seeing more cases than usual, especially in kids. Hospitals are busy. In Massachusetts, many people are going to
In the UK, a big study called PINEAPPLE is looking at how kids do before and after surgery. The idea is to see if checking kids over before they go under anesthesia helps things go smoother. This check-up is called pediatric preassessment. It's like a pre-flight check for kids before they have surg
A big change is happening in how kids get their vaccines. The government is now suggesting fewer shots. This shift is getting attention, especially from people who think the old rules were too strict. A senator from Kansas, who is also a doctor, thinks this is a good move. He said it might help peo
