Researchers at The University of Hong Kong have developed an artificial intelligence-powered blood test capable of predicting major cardiovascular diseases up to 15 years before symptoms become clinically visible. The system, called CardiOmicScore, uses a single blood sample to estimate future risks for six serious cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, stroke, heart failure, atrial […]
WHO Declares International Emergency Over Congo Ebola Outbreak
A growing Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo has triggered international concern after health officials confirmed weeks of undetected transmission in a conflict-hit region with limited medical access. The outbreak involves the rare Bundibugyo species of Ebola virus, which has no approved vaccine or targeted treatment. Health experts warn that delayed detection and […]
Pakistan Set for $80 Million Pharmaceutical Investment From Russia
A Russian pharmaceutical company plans to invest nearly $80 million in Pakistan to establish local insulin production facilities, marking a major development for the country’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Zavod Medsintez and its Pakistani partner Genetics Pharmaceuticals Private Limited intend to launch the project in two phases, according to officials familiar with the plan. The […]
Shocking Report: Lead Exposure Found in 4 in 10 Children in Pakistan
A new study in Pakistan has found alarming levels of lead exposure among young children, raising serious public health concerns in industrial and urban areas. The research, conducted by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination and UNICEF, found that four in 10 children aged 12 to 36 months in high-risk areas had […]
Heatwaves Put Children at Risk Here’s How to Protect Them
Heatwaves are intensifying across many parts of South Asia, raising serious concerns about the health of children and infants, who remain among the most vulnerable groups during extreme temperatures. Rising temperatures have increased the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke among children. Health experts warn that young bodies struggle to regulate heat efficiently and […]
Enjoying Food Could Be the Secret to Losing Weight
New research suggests that losing weight may depend not only on what people eat but also on how they think about their food, highlighting the role of the mind-body connection in shaping appetite and metabolism. Scientists say expectations about food can influence how the brain perceives hunger and fullness. This means that enjoyment and satisfaction […]
Teen Invents AI Device That Could Treat Crossed Eyes Without Surgery
A 14-year-old student has created a teen AI crossed eyes device that could change how doctors treat strabismus, commonly known as crossed eyes. Notably, the invention has already drawn attention from medical experts and technology communities. The young innovator designed a wearable system that uses artificial intelligence to improve eye alignment. In particular, the device […]
840,000 Deaths a Year Linked to Work Stress and Long Hours
Workplace stress, excessive working hours and toxic environments are contributing to more than 840,000 deaths globally each year, according to a new international study that highlights the growing health risks tied to modern work culture. The findings point to what experts describe as a silent crisis, where pressures at work are increasingly linked to serious […]
Doctors Are Secretly Turning to AI Chatbots, But Should Patients Worry?
Millions of Americans are using artificial intelligence chatbots for health questions, and doctors are increasingly doing the same, as the technology moves deeper into clinics, hospitals and medical training. According to CNN, specialized medical AI chatbots have become a regular reference tool for physicians and trainees, helping them review research, draft notes, write insurance letters […]
Why You Forget Names Instantly Has Nothing to Do With Memory
Forgetting someone’s name moments after being introduced is a common and often embarrassing experience. But experts say the reason may have little to do with poor memory and more to do with how attention works in the brain. A recent report highlights that the brain often fails to retain names because it never fully processes […]