The two significant public health problems of the contemporary world are regarded as obesity and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) sometimes called twin epidemics. According to the reports provided by the World Health Organization (WHO, 2024), nowadays, there are more than 1 billion obese individuals in the world, and the International Diabetes Federation (IDF, 2023) states […]

Arthritis has so long been called an “illness of the old,” characterized by joint pain, stiffness, and immobility. But look at the truth of it all.  Arthritis sometimes waits adolescence to attack-a child could suffer from it. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is fast growing in seriousness among young ones.  An estimated 1.3 million children in […]

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60-70% of cases worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates more than 57 million people (about twice the population of Texas) currently living with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases added every year. If no effective preventive strategies are adopted, this number will […]

The air pollution challenge is one of the greatest preventable air quality hazards undermining humanity at large. Fine particles and gases of polluted air—particularly PM2.5 (particles up to 2.5 microns in diameter)—may penetrate deep into the lungs, enter the bloodstream, set up an inflammatory reaction, oxidative stress, and an array of negative mechanisms against the […]

In 2022, an estimated 20 million new cases of cancer were detected and 9.7 million died from it; meanwhile, 53.5 million persons lived for at least five years after a primary diagnosis of cancer. Cancer afflicts around 1 in 5 during their lifetime, and about 1 in 9 men and 1 in 12 women succumb […]

Breast cancer is one of the most common and challenging health issues women face today, affecting millions around the world.  In 2022, 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide, making it the most common cancer among women. In India, the situation is particularly alarming, with over 192,000 new cases and nearly 98,400 deaths […]

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains a significant global health challenge, with no definitive cure currently available. While traditional pharmaceutical approaches continue to evolve, there’s growing interest in exploring natural and complementary therapies, such as nutraceuticals. These functional foods or dietary supplements offer potential benefits for brain health and may play a role in preventing or slowing […]

World Hypertension League (WHL) highlights that the theme for World Hypertension Day, “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, and Live Longer,” is relevant this year. This key point emphasizes how important it is to address the low levels of hypertension knowledge that exist globally, particularly in low- and middle-income areas.    Understanding Hypertension  Hypertension […]

  Every year on April 19th, we celebrate World Liver Day – a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of liver health and encouraging people to take steps to protect this vital organ. The liver is often referred to as the body’s powerhouse, performs over 500 vital functions, including:  Detoxification: The liver filters out […]

Diabetes is a chronic condition that can affect people of all ages, including older adults. Managing diabetes and staying healthy and active in later life is essential for maintaining a good quality of life. Diabetes and aging are closely intertwined as people with diabetes, particularly type 2 diabetes, often face distinct challenges as they grow […]