‘A healthy kid dies and there has been no change’: parents’ anger over lack of warnings for blockbuster asthma drug | Asthma

Asthma Teenager Harry Miller took his own life two years after being prescribed montelukast. His family say they were not made aware of the reported psychiatric side-effects of the drug Harry Miller was a popular teenager, appreciated for his sharp humour, ability to get on with anyone and eagerness “for the next adventure”. In the … Read more

Warning of looming Gen Z blindness epidemic because today’s children ‘don’t go outside as much as previous generations’

There’s been a 46 percent increase in short sightedness in the UK over 30 years  Experts warn excessive screen time can have long-term impact on their vision Britain’s couch potato kids are creating a future blindness crisis which threatens to engulf the NHS as they get older, a leading eye surgeon has warned. Excessive screen time … Read more

Cancer risk rises with this little-known syndrome. Here’s how to know if you have the genetic condition

{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}} As colorectal cancer continues to spike among younger patients, doctors are warning of a little-known but widespread condition that greatly increases the risk. Lynch syndrome is a genetic disorder that makes someone more susceptible to many different kinds of cancer. Fox News Digital spoke with two experts about what people should know about … Read more

How Dopamine and Serotonin Influence Social Behavior

A study reveals the critical roles of dopamine and serotonin in decision-making based on social context, showing how these chemicals influence responses to offers in an ultimatum game. This insight into neurotransmitter dynamics offers potential for new treatments for Parkinson’s and psychiatric conditions. Credit: SciTechDaily.com International team decodes intricate dance of dopamine and serotonin in … Read more

‘Two sessions’: China scraps a decades-long political tradition as Xi tightens control amid economic woes

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Beijing CNN  —  Thousands of delegates from across China are gathering in Beijing this week for the start of the country’s most prominent annual political event, where leaders will signal … Read more

Your Guide to Plant-Based Proteins for a Sensitive Stomach

Navigating healthy eating can be a real challenge if you consider yourself a member of the “sensitive stomach” club. Every dining experience, party, and catered event can be riddled with anxiety about whether the food served (or even the coffee offered) will cause a flare of pain or other unpleasant symptoms. But these struggles can … Read more

Living with memory loss, working to fend off dementia

Jonel Dershem first noticed problems with her memory in 2016 after her breast cancer surgery. She was only 50 and at first blamed the lapses on chemotherapy, and then on her busy, stressful life. So did her husband and friends – and doctor. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting … Read more

How dental health may impact brain health; experts describe how poor oral hygiene is linked to higher risk of developing dementia

Oral health – that is, the state of your teeth and gums – is linked to more than just fillings and dentures. West says poor oral health is associated with many common diseases, including cardiovascular disease, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. Dentist Dr Raymond Lee at Pacific Dental and Orthodontic Care in Hong Kong … Read more