When kids are sick, parents often wonder if a virtual doctor visit is enough. A recent study suggests that for babies and toddlers, it might not be the best choice. The study looked at nearly 283, 000 kids in Ontario, Canada, aged 3 months to 2 years. It found that those who had a virtual doctor vi
Diabetes is a huge problem. More than half a billion people around the world have it. In India, especially in the northeast, many people don't know how diabetes can hurt their eyes. This is a big deal because diabetes can cause blindness in working-age adults. A recent study looked at how much peopl
Early births are more common than many people realize. Scientists and doctors are trying to figure out why. They studied many cases in a large hospital. They found several things that can increase the chances of a baby arriving early. One key finding is that if a mother has had an early baby before
Science is not perfect. It changes over time. Some people think this means we should not trust it. They point out that scientists have been wrong before. For example, they once thought eggs were bad for you. Then they said eggs were fine. Now they are not sure again. But this way of thinking is not
Evangeline Lilly, the actress known for her roles in Lost, The Hobbit, and Ant-Man, recently shared a personal health update on Instagram. She revealed that she has been dealing with brain damage following a fall in Hawaii last year. Lilly's post was a mix of gratitude and concern, as she acknowledg
HPV is a common virus that many people don't understand well. A study looked at female nursing students in Saudi Arabia. These students are future healthcare workers. The study wanted to see what they know and think about HPV and its vaccine. The students knew HPV is a virus. They also knew it can
Many celebrities have shared their weight loss stories, showing that change is possible. Jelly Roll, for instance, shed nearly 200 pounds and aims to lose more. He credits his success to a protein-rich diet, vegetables, and regular walks. His goal? To appear on the cover of Men's Health by 2026. Ed
People's choices about COVID-19 vaccines were heavily influenced by fear and distrust. As vaccines rolled out in Italy during the third wave of the pandemic, many people's decisions were not just about health. They were shaped by deeper psychological factors. Researchers wanted to understand why so
Women over 50 drive less than men. It's a fact. But why? Is it because they have more health problems? Maybe. Women often face more health issues as they age. This can make driving feel difficult or even frightening. But is health the only reason? Probably not. Women also tend to have more people o
Work can be tough. Sometimes, people put in a lot of effort but don't get the rewards they expect. This idea, called effort-reward imbalance (ERI), has been studied for about 30 years. Researchers have looked at how this imbalance affects health. They found that when people feel they're not getting
