The number of young women dying from high blood pressure has more than quadrupled over the last twenty years, a new study shows. In 2023, nearly five women out of every hundred thousand in the 25‑to‑44 age group lost their lives to heart disease caused by high blood pressure, compared with just one
The first thing people notice when spring arrives is the change in weather. The air feels lighter, temperatures rise, and the body’s water balance shifts. This can stir up feelings of bloating, anxiety, or even irritation because organs like the liver and stomach react to the new conditions. A lo
Alcohol can damage the liver in many ways, from fat buildup to serious cancer. People with heavy drinking habits often develop a chain of liver issues that can become life‑threatening. One dangerous form is alcohol‑related hepatitis, which can kill quickly if not treated fast. The disease usu
In March 2022, a small Ukrainian town saw families fleeing artillery fire. A broken bridge was the only path out of danger, and soldiers helped carry the wounded across twisted concrete. Among those watching was a reporter who had spent years following displaced people in distant lands, from Central
Renewable power will drive future energy, but it changes with the weather. Because wind and sun are unpredictable, planners must think ahead of time. A new method looks at many years of weather data instead of just one. It starts with a plan built from a single year, then checks that plan a
Eric Overmyer was a well‑known writer and producer in television. He began his career writing for the hospital drama “St. Elsewhere. ” From there he moved into crime shows, joining NBC’s “Homicide: Life on the Street” in 1996. He stayed with the show until its final season, and helped create the rel
Doctors and nurses are on the front lines when disasters strike, but their success is not only about medical skills. Their mental toughness and sense of control play a big part in how well they can handle sudden, large‑scale emergencies. Researchers studied doctors and nurses in Israel during the
Young Rwandan women who have albinism juggle three layers of stigma: being female, having a disability, and facing myths about their skin. These overlapping prejudices make it hard for them to get the health care they need, especially when it comes to sex and pregnancy. Even though Rwanda is work
The French navy stopped a ship in the western Mediterranean on Friday. They say the tanker is part of Russia’s shadow fleet, a group that moves oil when sanctions are in place. The vessel, called Deyna, flew a false flag and was headed from Murmansk. French officials said they boarded the s
The ongoing conflict in Iran threatens to spark a global energy crunch that could ripple through economies worldwide. Some countries are more vulnerable than others, depending on how they use and import energy. In Europe, memories of the 2022 war in Ukraine still echo. Germany’s manufacturing secto
