Category: 6. Health

During the COVID-19 pandemic, disinfectants became our shield. Hand sanitizers, disinfectant wipes and antimicrobial sprays became part of daily life. They made us feel safe. Today, they are still everywhere: in homes, hospitals and public…

Overview

This is the 61^th situation report for the multi-country outbreak of mpox, which provides details on the global epidemiological situation for mpox, including an update on the epidemiological situation with data on the global…

Introduction

Aging is a progressive process characterized by the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage, resulting in functional decline across various physiological systems.¹ Substantial efforts have been directed toward developing…

Physicians at the University of Iowa (UI) Health Care System were recently awarded a grant to support a quality improvement initiative focused on identifying patients with prostate cancer who may be eligible for germline genetic testing.¹

Introduction

SARS-CoV-2 is a major public health burden causing morbidity and mortality in the global community and leading to respiratory sequelae, and cardiovascular, neurological, and digestive complications.^1,2 Myocardial and cerebral…

Introduction

The liver plays a crucial role in protein synthesis, glucose and lipid metabolism, and detoxification.¹ Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), was recently…

University of Arizona researchers in the Gutruf Lab have developed a comfortable, easy-to-use wearable device that incorporates artificial intelligence to detect subtle warning signs of frailty, signifying a leap forward in elderly care.

“The…