Marijuana Use Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Study Finds

AIRIS 2025, hosted by the WHO and MFDS in South Korea, focused on the responsible integration of AI in healthcare. Regulators, academics, and industry leaders discussed ethical considerations, regulatory frameworks, and international collaboration for safe and equitable AI implementation.

Cases of measles are rising. In Merseyside, health officials are telling everyone to stay calm. This weekend, a child with this horrific disease died at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool.

Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a common inherited condition causing dangerously high LDL cholesterol, often undetected until significant damage occurs. Early testing and treatment are crucial to significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, especially with a family history of high cholesterol or early heart attacks.

A new experimental drug, lepodisiran, shows promise in significantly reducing lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)), also known as "stealthy cholesterol," a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, heart attack, and stroke. The drug targets Lp(a) production in the liver and has demonstrated significant reductions in Lp(a) levels in clinical trials.

Lumify eye drops can reduce minor eye redness, but it's important to use them safely.

Contact lenses should generally float comfortably on the eye's surface, but sometimes they can slide too much, get stuck, or even tear.  

Vitamin D and cholesterol share a complex relationship. While cholesterol is necessary for vitamin D production, vitamin D also influences how the body processes cholesterol.

A new study suggests that walking at a brisk pace can significantly lower the risk of developing heart rhythm abnormalities (arrhythmias), including atrial fibrillation (AFib). Researchers found that those who walked at an average or brisk pace had a reduced risk compared to slow walkers.

An Instagram influencer's story of losing sight in one eye after showering with contacts has sparked discussions about the risks of Acanthamoeba keratitis, a rare eye infection. Experts warn that showering with contacts can expose eyes to harmful microorganisms found in water, potentially leading to serious eye health issues.

A new analysis of multiple studies suggests blue light glasses may not be as effective as once thought in reducing eye strain or improving sleep quality. Researchers found little evidence supporting the benefits of these lenses compared to standard ones.

In May, a University of Rochester study presented their findings on the relationship between taurine and aggressive leukemia.

A check by the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority in Northern Ireland found no quick safety issues at Swah after surgery stopped. It suggests better pay and work terms for surgeons and setting up a team to bring them to the area.

Hannah Quigley McKie from Trafford states, "I am not ready to give up on watching young ones grow up," whereby ocular melanoma-a, as detected by an eye examination, is one sunlight-as-relatively-common eye cancer found in America. Less than half of such patients develop metastases to the liver with poor prognosis.

Managing high blood pressure can seem daunting, but with the right foods, you can help regulate your levels naturally. Here are five simple ways to adjust your diet and see results quickly.

Sophie Johnson-Read, sports development manager for the University of Hull's Sport and Active Wellbeing department, emphasized that the hybrid working model provides "flexibility" and has contributed to "enhanced productivity."

In 2013, a study conducted by French researcher Jean-Denis Rouillon ignited widespread debate by suggesting that wearing bras could be counterproductive.