Cases of gonorrhoea and syphilis rise sharply in Europe
The increasing prevalence of gonorrhoea and syphilis in the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) from 2022 to 2023 presents a...
Rising anti-vaccine sentiment could bring epidemics back
The reduction in childhood vaccination rates poses a growing threat to public health, particularly affecting immunocompromised children and those with chronic conditions.
Children with chronic...
Genes That Drive Cancer Metastases Discovered
An international team of researchers has made an important breakthrough in understanding the process of metastasis , the leading cause of death among cancer...
Scientists confirm link between COVID-19 and increased risk of heart attack
A recent study confirms that COVID-19 can significantly accelerate atherosclerosis—a condition characterized by plaque buildup in the coronary arteries—thereby increasing the risk of heart...
Scientists explain how fluoride strengthens children’s teeth
Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel by promoting remineralization, making it more resistant to acid attacks from bacteria and sugar and inhibiting bacterial growth that causes...
Muscle fat increases the risk of heart disease
A recent study published in the European Heart Journal has linked the accumulation of intermuscular fat, or fat deposited within skeletal muscles, to an...
Educational paradox: brain reserve prolongs health but shortens years
Research suggests that university graduates experience faster dementia progression than less educated individuals due to their cognitive reserve.
An analysis of 261 studies published in...
Artificial intelligence improves detection of congenital heart defects
Artificial intelligence (AI) enhances the detection of congenital heart disease (CHD) in prenatal ultrasounds, improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.
A recent study presented at The...
Scientists prove that sleep affects health more than expected
A comprehensive study published in Nature Medicine reveals over 12,400 significant connections between sleep characteristics and the functioning of 16 physiological systems.
Led by Eran...