Type 2 diabetes in young people puts their eyes at risk

Sixteen-year-old Karl is seen for the first time in my optometry practice. He was referred to me for a fluctuating vision problem. During his examination, I...

Who is and isn’t suited to barefoot running? And if I want to try, how do I start?

You might have noticed a buzz on social media about barefoot running, with many proponents breathlessly describing it as the most natural way to run. But...

Alcohol use is widely accepted in the US, but even moderate consumption is associated with many harmful effects

This month, millions of Americans are taking part in “Dry January” in an effort to forgo alcohol for a month and cleanse themselves of the excesses...

Long COVID stemmed from mild cases of COVID-19 in most people, according to a new multicountry study

COVID: unvaccinated people may be seen as ‘free riders’ and face discrimination

More than five billion people globally have now been vaccinated against COVID-19. Of course, many of the three billion or so who haven’t may not yet...

FDA approves new Alzheimer’s drug that appears to slow illness

HOUSTON, United States – The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday approved a new drug that appears to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. The...

Firecracker cases rise to 307, 62% higher than 2021: DOH

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) reported on Friday 16 additional injuries related to fireworks, bringing the overall tally to 307, or 62 percent higher than...

What happens to your body on a long-haul flight?

If crowded airports are a sign, Australians are keen to get back into the skies. And if you’re flying long haul, in a few years you...

Damar Hamlin injury: Was it commotio cordis? How to prevent a potentially fatal blow to the heart in young athletes

A routine tackle in an NFL game on Jan. 2 almost turned fatal when Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills was injured during a play, leading...

Firecracker cases now 291, 55% higher than 2021

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) logged 14 more injuries related to fireworks, bringing the overall tally to 291, or 55 percent higher than the cases...