WHO Recommends Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Targeting JN.1, KP.2, or LP.8.1 Variants
The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to emphasize the importance of COVID-19 vaccination, recommending countries maintain immunization programs using updated vaccines that target current variants.[…]
FDA Approves First Blood Test to Detect Alzheimer’s, Making Diagnosis Faster and Easier
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first blood test designed to detect Alzheimer’s disease, marking a major step toward quicker, less[…]
Gene Editing Saves Infant With Rare Disorder — Experts Say It Could Revolutionize Treatment for Millions
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a Pennsylvania infant named KJ Muldoon is thriving after receiving a custom gene editing treatment tailored specifically to his rare[…]
Why Stress Eating Isn’t Always About Eating More — And How to Handle Cravings Smartly
When stressed, many people think they eat more—reaching for chips or sweets for comfort. But new insights suggest this perception may not reflect reality. Dr.[…]
Men Twice as Likely to Die From ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’ Despite It Being More Common in Women — Study
Though “broken heart syndrome”—medically known as takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TC)—affects mostly women, a new U.S. study reveals men are more than twice as likely to die[…]
What to Do When Your Pet Bites or Scratches Your Child: 4 Critical Steps
While pets bring joy, companionship, and valuable lessons to children, they can sometimes unintentionally injure them. Scratches or bites from even vaccinated pets should always[…]
Experts Debunk Bangungot Myth: Sudden Death Linked to Heart Disorder, Not Nightmares
Medical experts from the Philippine Heart Association (PHA) have clarified that “bangungot”—a term for sudden, unexplained death during sleep—is not caused by nightmares or evil[…]
Davao City Sees Drop in Cervical Cancer Deaths, But Fewer Women Getting Screened
Cervical cancer deaths in Davao City decreased from 88 in 2023 to 67 in 2024, according to the City Health Office (CHO). However, health officials[…]