Gezondheid en Medisch – Buitenland

Voel je je vaak opgebrand, moe of emotioneel uitgeput? De oorzaak kan liggen bij je stresshormonen die uit balans zijn. De goede nieuws is dat er een natuurlijke oplossing bestaat: adaptogene kruiden. Deze bijzondere plantengroep kan je helpen om je hormoonhuishouding te herstellen en stress beter het hoofd te bieden.... Read more »

Je wordt badend in het zweet wakker. Die vreemde figuur in je nachtmerrie voelde zo echt. Maar wie was het? Had je die persoon ooit eerder gezien, of heeft je slapende brein een volledig uniek gezicht gecreëerd? Een fascinerende vraag zonder definitief antwoord Een populaire theorie stelt dat we in... Read more »

Je dagelijkse caloriebehoefte is een essentieel onderdeel van een gezonde leefstijl. Of je nu wilt afvallen, aankomen of simpelweg je huidige gewicht wilt behouden, het begrijpen van hoeveel energie je lichaam dagelijks nodig heeft is de sleutel tot succes. In dit uitgebreide artikel bespreken we alles wat je moet weten... Read more »

Wat is zure kersensap precies? Dit natuurlijke sap, ook bekend onder de Engelse term “tart cherry juice“, wordt gemaakt van Montmorency kersen. Deze kersen hebben een uitgesproken zure smaak en onderscheiden zich van de zoetere kersen die we vaak als snack eten. De wetenschappelijke naam is Prunus cerasus, en deze... Read more »

Voel je je de laatste tijd wat somber of gestrest? Dan kan een tekort aan serotonine misschien wel de boosdoener zijn. Dit stofje, dat vaak het ‘gelukshormoon’ wordt genoemd, speelt een belangrijke rol bij je stemming, slaap en zelfs je spijsvertering. Maar wat nou als je serotonine niveau een oppepper... Read more »

Lig je ’s nachts weer eens te woelen in bed, terwijl je eigenlijk doodmoe bent? Misschien heb je wel eens gehoord dat die lekkere snack vlak voor het slapengaan niet zo’n goed idee is. En ja hoor, daar zit wat in! Suiker voor het slapen kan een flinke invloed hebben... Read more »

Ongeveer 50 mensen per jaar krijgen de diagnose syndroom van Cushing te horen. Bij deze aandoening wordt er langdurig teveel cortisol door de bijnieren aangemaakt. Daardoor neemt onder andere het spierweefsel en de botmassa af. De belangrijkste oorzaak is een – meestal – goedaardige tumor aan de hypofyse. Te veel... Read more »

Rimpels, droge huid en verlies van elasticiteit – deze tekenen van veroudering komen vroeg of laat bij iedereen voor. Met het verstrijken van de jaren neemt de natuurlijke collageenproductie in ons lichaam af, waardoor onze huid haar stevigheid verliest. Veel mensen zoeken naar effectieve oplossingen om dit proces tegen te... Read more »

Collageen poeder is momenteel een van de meest besproken supplementen in de gezondheids- en schoonheidswereld. Maar wat maakt dit product zo bijzonder? Heb je je ooit afgevraagd waarom je huid na je 25e langzaam minder elastisch wordt? Of waarom je gewrichten wat stijver aanvoelen als je ouder wordt? De boosdoener is... Read more »

Inflammation can be a beneficial sign that the body’s immune system is fighting an infection, but it can also linger over time, damaging the body. There is evidence that eating a diet heavy in foods that promote inflammation can increase the risk for certain health problems, and also that a... Read more »

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a treatable condition once considered a disease that largely affects people who are white, although in recent years it has been diagnosed more often in other racial and ethnic groups, in the US and around the world. Recognizing this condition early can make a difference... Read more »

Millions of people around the world have sickle cell disease, a genetic condition that can cause pain and damage to organs or tissues, and can make children more susceptible to other health problems. In the US, most cases are diagnosed through screening in newborns. Getting connected to the proper care... Read more »

Every day, more and more adults are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, helping us build toward herd immunity. But what about children and teens? What is the status of research on the vaccines in these groups, and when might vaccines be available for them? The post COVID-19 vaccines for children and... Read more »

After too much time spent indoors (and probably less active than is healthy), getting outside and taking a hike is a great way to get some exercise while enjoying nature. But before you hit the trail, make sure you’re well prepared. The post Happy trails: Take a hike, now appeared... Read more »

Although it has been known for some time that individuals with dementia frequently have poor, fragmented sleep, two new studies suggest that if you don’t get enough sleep in midlife, you are at increased risk for dementia later in life. The post Sleep well — and reduce your risk of... Read more »

A history of discrimination in multiple settings, including health care, may make some people who identify as LGBTQ+ hesitant to get a COVID-19 vaccine, even though the virus has disproportionately harmed this community. If you're struggling to make a decision, this may help you consider benefits and risks. The post... Read more »

Polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common cause of infertility in women. In many cases, women with PCOS have skin and hair issues such as acne, hair loss, or excessive hair growth in places where they normally do not have hair. Treatment options vary depending on the symptoms and each... Read more »

Obstructive sleep apnea leaves people tired, but also puts them at risk for other health problems. Not everyone with sleep apnea can use an airway pressure machine, and some may simply prefer not to. There are oral appliances available, but are they effective? The post Dental appliances for sleep apnea:... Read more »

Hey everybody, it’s Earth Day again. Time to kick off your shoes, stretch your toes in the warm grass and inhale the stench of a million PR firms trying desperately to capitalize off your positive impressions of the natural world.  Whether it’s computer companies promising to make their products (which... Read more »

State Rep. Jeff Hoverson didn’t want anyone getting in the way of using fossil fuels in North Dakota. Not the United Nations. Not international nonprofits. Certainly not the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. So he made a law to stop them. In March, the North Dakota legislature passed a bill... Read more »

UPDATE (April 14, 4:40 p.m.): As of April 14, the Supreme Court has issued a temporary stay on restrictions of mifepristone while the justices evaluate whether they will issue a formal stay. Two days prior, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a partial stay of Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s ruling,... Read more »

A few weeks ago, Jessica Marchbank got a call from a woman whose abortion had just been canceled. The woman had driven more than two hours from Louisville, Kentucky, to Indianapolis, leaving three children at home. “She’s crying, saying, ‘How am I going to make this work?’” said Marchbank, who... Read more »

UPDATE (April 14, 4:40 p.m.): As of April 14, the Supreme Court has issued a temporary stay on restrictions of mifepristone while the justices evaluate whether they will issue a formal stay. Two days prior, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a partial stay of Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s ruling,... Read more »

We thought we were safe. The flu season was tapering off. Spring was in the air (sort of, some places). As flu cases flatlined through January and February, Americans breathed a sigh of relief, kicked up our collective feet … and immediately realized we’d accidentally ingested norovirus and made a... Read more »

In their first full legislative sessions after the Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade, Republican state legislators are being pressed on what “pro-life” really means. There are plenty of bills focusing on abortion restrictions — particularly in the Republican-controlled states where abortion is still largely legal — but GOP lawmakers... Read more »

The Department of Energy says COVID-19 was caused by a lab leak. But that doesn’t mean COVID-19 was definitely caused by a lab leak. In fact, the agency’s report, which made headlines last week, states it has “low confidence” in its own conclusion. Scientific evidence, on the other hand, has... Read more »

UPDATE (April 14, 4:40 p.m.): As of April 14, the Supreme Court has issued a temporary stay on restrictions of the drug while the justices evaluate whether they will issue a formal stay, following an April 7 ruling by Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk that invalidated the FDA’s 2000 approval of the... Read more »

In the first month of 2023, 25 people lost their lives in four mass shootings in California over just eight days. It’s a grim statistic, made all the more distressing when you consider the fact that California has one of the lowest gun death rates in the entire country. This... Read more »

Alarm bells seemed to sound in teachers’ lounges across America late last year with the debut of ChatGPT — an AI chatbot that was both easy to use and capable of producing dialogue-like responses, including longer-form writing and essays. Some writers and educators went so far as to even forecast... Read more »

What a year 2022 has been. There was so … much … news. We saw record-high inflation, war in Ukraine, a landmark Supreme Court session, continuing effects of the pandemic, the Winter Olympics, the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the World Cup and, of course, the midterms. In typical FiveThirtyEight... Read more »

If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, there’s a decent chance that it’s dark outside as you’re reading this. Bleak midwinter, indeed. The darkest part of the year is preceded by the switch to standard time, which sacrifices the evening sun in favor of earlier dawns. The results can feel... Read more »

In 2022, FiveThirtyEight’s visual journalists covered the midterm elections, the end of Roe v. Wade and sports stories ranging from the World Cup to changes in Major League Baseball’s pitch timing rules. Here are some of the most interesting — and weird and colorful and complicated — charts we made... Read more »

These moves are aimed at aligning companies with the president's vision for a new global trade order.... Read more »

The decision leaves Holmes with the Supreme Court as her last chance to undo her conviction. She will have to ask the court to hear the case.... Read more »

Former Fox News medical contributor Dr. Janette Nesheiwat had been scheduled to appear Thursday for her confirmation hearing before a Senate committee.... Read more »

Whoop on Thursday announced two new wearable devices, called Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG, with prices starting at $199.... Read more »

The organization is kicking off what it's calling the "World Cup of Healing" — a competition that measures health outcomes of the participating women.... Read more »

Eli Lilly won't lose its grip on the weight loss market despite recent investor concerns. Meanwhile, Zocdoc releases an AI-powered scheduling assistant.... Read more »

Hinge Health, a 10-year-old digital health company, is poised to kick off its IPO roadshow at a time when fellow upstarts are delaying plans to go public.... Read more »

Hinge Health said in its updated IPO prospectus on Monday that revenue in the first quarter climbed 50% to $123.8 million.... Read more »

The order comes ahead of Trump's planned tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S.... Read more »

Hims & Hers shares fell in extended trading on Monday after the company reported first-quarter earnings that offered soft guidance.... Read more »

Hims & Hers Health announced Nader Kabbani will join the telehealth company as its chief operations officer.... Read more »

Function Health on Monday announced it has acquired the full-body MRI scanning company Ezra... Read more »

The company now expects full-year adjusted earnings of $6 to $6.20 per share, up from a previous guidance of $5.75 to $6 per share.... Read more »

Eli Lilly said sales of weight loss drug Zepbound and diabetes treatment Mounjaro surged in the first quarter.... Read more »

The insurance business is shaky but care delivery subsidiaries such as Optum, Evernorth Health Services, CenterWell and Carelon are boosting diversified companies.... Read more »

The algorithm evaluates a photo of a person's face and then can estimate their biological age and predict potential health outcomes.... Read more »

Volatility in the economy is causing digital health companies to rethink their strategies for the remainder of 2025.... Read more »

Several prominent health systems invested in Carta Healthcare, a clinical data company.... Read more »

Proposed GOP cuts to federal funding could severely impact Medicaid, as Missouri’s past budget crisis illustrates what's at stake.... Read more »

The health system said Thursday that the layoffs are a response to current economic conditions and projected financial pressures.... Read more »

The company originally called Bright Health had a $924 million initial public offering in 2021. Its market capitalization now hovers around $60 million.... Read more »

Doctors say $135 million from the Dr. Lorna Breen Act had an outsize impact on mental health for medical professionals. They're lobbying to bring it back.... Read more »

Some technologies, like remote monitoring and AI, already are in heavy use.... Read more »

Skin care is not limited to applying creams and lotions. Knowing what you should eat and avoid is important in order to maintain healthy skin. But the question is – is it possible to improve skin condition by taking supplements regularly? How Do Nutrients Impact Skin Health? Your skin is...... Read more »

At the core of every effective sauna experience is a high-performance sauna heater—the technology that generates the dry or humid heat responsible for the physiological effects associated with regular sauna use. Whether you’re designing a home spa, upgrading your existing system, or comparing fuel types, understanding the differences between electric,...... Read more »

Transitioning from rehab to independent living can be challenging. A sober living home provides a supportive, drug- and alcohol-free environment to help you maintain sobriety and rebuild your life. However, not all sober living homes are created equal. Choosing the right one can significantly impact your long-term recovery. This guide...... Read more »

The landscape of boxing fitness is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting away from purely cardio-focused workouts toward a more comprehensive approach that incorporates high-intensity interval training and strength conditioning, according to fitness entrepreneur Anthony Geisler. “People aren’t necessarily committed to learning how to fight,” Geisler explained. “It’s not a self-defense...... Read more »

Screens are an inevitable part of most children’s lives. While technology certainly has its benefits, excessive screen time can negatively impact children’s development, health and wellbeing. As a parent, grandparent, or foster carer, it’s understandable to want to limit your child’s screen time and encourage them towards more active pursuits....... Read more »

Taking care of children’s needs often means putting your own on the backburner. However, prioritising self-care as a parent is vital for your mental and physical health, improving your patience and energy levels so you can be fully present for your family. This article explores practical ways busy parents and...... Read more »

If you are dealing with a cancer diagnosis, you know how crucial it is to choose the right cancer clinic. Of course, the right clinic can make a huge difference when it comes to the effectiveness of treatment and patient comfort. With numerous cancer clinics available today, it can be...... Read more »

When it comes to your baby’s development, early intervention can make all the difference, especially for those born with birth injuries or who may be at risk of developmental delays. Movement activities and physical therapy provide a foundation for babies to grow strong, reach milestones, and overcome challenges. For babies...... Read more »

Your house is mirroring your identity. And how you adorn it reflects your values, interests, and tastes. For instance, farmhouse-style decor indicates an interest in staying current with trends, whereas high-end appliances show a love for cooking and an appreciation for the outcome. But what about your dining table and...... Read more »