Research highlights the link between mitochondrial calcium transport and autophagy
An article published in The Faseb Journal describes a Brazilian study analyzing the correlation between two key energy metabolism regulation processes: the absorption and release of calcium ions by mitochondria, the organelles that generate energy for cells; and autophagy induced by calorie restriction. Autophagy occurs when cells break down and reuse their own cytoplasm. The study was conducted at […]
World Hand Hygiene Day 2024: Know Theme, Significance And How To Wash Hands Properly
Each year the World Health Organisation promotes the “Save Lives: Clean Your Hands” campaign. This campaign, launched in 2009 aims to ‘bring people together’ in support of hand hygiene globally. World Hand Hygiene Day is observed on May 5 every year. This global event aims to promote the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the […]
World Immunization Week 2024
The global vaccine drives of the second half of the 20th century are one of humanity’s greatest achievements. Immunization campaigns have enabled us to eradicate smallpox, nearly defeat polio, and ensure more children survive and thrive than ever before. This year World Immunization Week will celebrate 50 years of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) […]
Reap the Benefits of Cutting Out Sugar: 6 Key Impacts
In modern times, sugar consumption has reached alarming rates, and it is beyond debate that the excessive intake of foods with added sugar imposes a risk on our health. Diseases like obesity, dental caries, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer have been linked to a high-sugar diet. So, it is no secret that […]
What the evidence really says about social media’s impact on teens’ mental health
The kids are not all right — and the device you are probably reading this on is to blame. So argues the social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. In his new book, The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness, Haidt insists that smartphones and social media are fueling a […]
Latest WHO Europe policy brief empowers Ukraine’s children and economy
The European installation of the World Health Organization (WHO) has created a policy brief to expand Ukraine’s national school meals program in a bid to boost the health of the nation’s children and the economy. The organization says the policy is critical to the country’s future prosperity during war and hardship. The policy brief advocates […]
WHO sounds alarm on viral hepatitis infections claiming 3500 lives each day
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) 2024 Global Hepatitis Report, the number of lives lost due to viral hepatitis is increasing. The disease is the second leading infectious cause of death globally — with 1.3 million deaths per year, the same as tuberculosis, a top infectious killer. The report, released at the World Hepatitis Summit, […]
Are There Any Effects of the Solar Eclipse on Human Health?
Although solar eclipses occur 2–3 times a year, they can rarely be viewed from the same place again. Additionally, the type of solar eclipse may differ. For example, if you missed the April 2024 total solar eclipse in Texas, you could view an annular solar eclipse in October 2024 in Hawaii. Hence, researchers, citizen scientists, […]
Switching from Smoking to Vaping: Does It Help?
Although the research on vaping is still new, experts don’t think it’s a great way to quit smoking. Vaping still carries its own risks. Some people may use vape products, or e-cigarettes, for smoking cessation. It’s common for some companies to advertise these products as healthier than traditional cigarettes and as a good way to […]
World Health Day 2024: 5 Golden Rules To Follow For Good Health
The theme for World Health Day 2024 is ‘My health, my right.’ According to the World Health Organisation, this theme aims to promote the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to health services, education and information. World Health Day is observed on 7th April every year globally. This annual event draws attention to a […]
