Health

As years go by, some mental functions decline, but others improve — and dementia is far from a forgone conclusion

An analysis of thousands of people suggests that these strategies, especially eating every other day, are an alternative to traditional weight loss methods

Novo Nordisk’s campaign, which aims to speak ‘without filters’ by declaring obesity a disease, has been strongly criticized on social media: ‘It’s indecent’

This distinctive feature could reveal information about an individual’s physical and mental health

Near-death experiences and terminal lucidity raise questions about what we know about consciousness

The director of the Africa CDC believes the abrupt cutoff of Western aid will cause great suffering to Africans. At the same time, he sees it as an opportunity to emancipate the continent from foreign support

Scientists have observed these tiny particles in the intestine, in the liver… and even in the brain. Experts have evidence that microplastics can cause DNA damage 

A review of studies shows that dance, compared to pure physical exercise, strengthens motivation, memory and well-being more effectively

Several studies link infections and dementia, although experts warn they are just one risk factor among many

The meeting of the American Society of Oncology focused on optimizing immunotherapy and other advanced treatments for improving survival

A resolution spearheaded by Ivory Coast and unanimously approved acknowledges the physical, mental, and social impact of dermatological conditions, which affect one-third of humanity and have been neglected for decades

New targeted therapies allow for the treatment of a disease that is already the fifth leading cause of fatal tumors globally

Biologist and physician Ana María Cuervo and paleoanthropologist Juan Luis Arsuaga reflect on whether age-related decline can be halted or even reversed

The American researcher warns that Trump’s policies could delay some medical advances by several years

About half of male adults between the ages of 40 and 70 suffer from erection trouble, but there are effective treatments, such as Viagra or penile prostheses

Dense breast tissue can mask cancer in conventional tests. A study shows the most effective complementary imaging techniques for detecting malignant lesions in screening programs

The EMA now advises against using the drug for people aged over 65 after 17 serious adverse effects were recorded in this age group, which is rarely present in studies

A study by ‘The Lancet’ indicates that adolescent health will be a challenge for countries due to the rise of several diseases, including obesity and depression

Currently, several states have outbreaks. In Kansas City, where cases have increased 148%, two deaths have been reported

Primary ovarian failure affects 3.7% of women worldwide and occurs due to genetic factors, but also due to autoimmune diseases or as a result of cancer treatments

Scientists project that by 2026 the results of clinical trials being conducted in 25 countries, including Spain, will be approved

Three American siblings and six other children born with a rare, life-threatening disease are returning to normal life thanks to a genetic treatment developed in Madrid

Four professionals explain whether sprays, nasal strips and oral or postural devices help

One of the most influential scientists according to ‘The Times’ has published an essay on menopause and the brain. The researcher says the bulk of studies on this topic have been conducted on white women

A trial shows that semaglutide stops fat accumulation and liver fibrosis in a disease associated with metabolic dysfunction