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The latest health news and everyday advice in plain language. Every article is based on the World Health Organization or another trusted public-health source.
A study of nearly 13,000 adults in Brazil found that people who consumed the most low- and no-calorie sweeteners had a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills over eight years. The link was strongest in adults under 60 and those with diabetes, though the study does not prove cause and effect.
A clinical trial found that an intensive diet and exercise program helped 54% of younger adults achieve type 2 diabetes remission in six months. The study took place in Canada and the UK, so this specific program is not yet standard care elsewhere.
Simple daily habits and an annual vaccine can protect you from seasonal influenza. Learn what the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends to keep yourself and your family safe.
A new scientific report suggests that eating more potassium-rich foods alongside reducing salt could better manage high blood pressure. This combined approach matters because many people consume too much sodium and too little potassium.
The World Health Organization and UN partners released a new set of indicators to help countries monitor how extreme heat harms pregnant women, newborns and children. The data aims to improve early warnings and protect the most vulnerable during heatwaves.
Cooking with solid fuels or kerosene creates harmful indoor smoke that damages the lungs and heart. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), switching to cleaner fuels and improving ventilation are effective ways to protect your family's health.
A 2026 report by the Lancet Countdown finds that heat-related deaths and other climate-linked health risks are growing faster than a decade ago. At the same time, record clean energy investments are already helping protect lives.
A large review of scientific evidence found that drinking more than one alcoholic beverage per day is associated with increased risks of cancer, heart disease, and premature death. The researchers found no overall health benefits from alcohol at any level of consumption.
Outdoor air pollution was estimated to cause 4.2 million premature deaths worldwide in 2019, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). While most pollution sources require government action, individuals can take simple daily steps to reduce exposure and protect their heart and lungs.
An outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease, a type of Ebola, has reached five countries since May 2026. The World Health Organization advises that early symptoms resemble common fevers, making rapid testing essential.
Mongolia has received 20,000 HPV DNA test kits and 75 pieces of diagnostic and treatment equipment to expand cervical cancer screening nationwide. The programme will focus on women aged 30 and 40, including those in rural areas.
Articles are prepared from the source by AI (Qwen) and automatically checked for facts, numbers and language. Not a substitute for medical advice.
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