Chennai's roads are busy with motorcycles. But not all riders wear helmets. Why? A study looked into this. It wanted to see how much riders know about helmets. And what they think about using them. Helmets save lives. They cut down head injuries and deaths in crashes. But many riders still don't us
Americans are taking more pills than ever before, and it's not making them healthier. In fact, it's costing them a lot of money and even their lives. The pharmaceutical industry is trying to make it seem like they care about affordable drugs, but they're really just trying to make more money. Big P
Medifast, a well-known health and wellness company, has plans to share its financial performance for the third quarter of 2025. This announcement is set for November 3, 2025, after the stock market closes. The company will also host a conference call to discuss these results in detail. Dan Chard, th
The government shutdown is now in its fourth week, and things aren't looking good. Senate Republicans are heading to the White House, not to talk about ending the shutdown, but to show they're on the same page as President Trump. They're not budging on any Democratic demands. Meanwhile, Senate Demo
In the coastal city of Gabes, Tunisia, people are fed up. They've had enough of the pollution from a big chemical plant. So, they did something about it. They went on strike. They protested. They shut down the city. All to send a message: "Gabes wants to live. " The plant, run by the state, has bee
Menopause is often linked to hot flashes and mood swings, but a recent study highlights a less talked about issue: digestive problems. Nearly 600 women from the UK, aged 44 to 73, shared their experiences. A whopping 94% of them reported digestive issues. Even more surprising, 82% said these problem
Congo has reached a significant turning point in its battle against Ebola. The last patient from the recent outbreak has been discharged, and no new cases have been reported since September 25. This is a big deal because it means the country is now in a 42-day waiting period. If no new cases pop up
Columbia is getting a bigger and better mental health center. Burrell Behavioral Health is building a new place on Texas Avenue. This new spot will help more people for a longer time. Right now, the old center on East Walnut Street can only help people for up to 23 hours. The new center will offer
Women's health is not a small issue. It's a big part of the world's health. Yet, it's often ignored. This is a problem. Data can help fix it. Women make up more than half of the world's population. But their health is often treated as a side issue. This is wrong. It's time to change this. Women wa
Light sensitivity might seem like a minor issue, but for many older adults, it's a real struggle. A recent study looked into how this sensitivity affects sleep and overall health. The study involved over 400 adults, mostly women, with an average age of 68. Those with known eye conditions were left o
