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[…]
World Health Assembly 2025 Set to Approve Landmark Pandemic Agreement Amid Global Health Budget Talks
From May 19 to 27, 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) will host the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly (WHA78) in Geneva under the theme “One[…]
Oral Wegovy: FDA Reviews Pill Version of Popular Weight Loss Drug
The FDA has accepted Novo Nordisk’s application for an oral version of Wegovy, a major development in obesity treatment that may offer a more convenient[…]
Florida Joins Utah in Banning Fluoride in Public Water, Citing ‘Informed Consent
MIAMI — Florida has officially banned the addition of fluoride to public water systems, becoming the second state to do so after Utah. Governor Ron[…]
8-Hour Eating Windows Linked to Sustained Weight Loss, New Study Shows
Intermittent fasting, specifically time-restricted eating, continues to show promise for weight management — and new research suggests that even without strict meal timing, it can[…]