Health

What if some people were born with a metabolic setting that made them healthier by keeping fat out of their liver and blood, lowering blood sugar, and preventing type 2 diabetes? It could help them avoid many health problems. In a study of more than one mill…

Police and health authorities are investigating a suspected foodborne disease outbreak in Rakai and Lyantonde after mourners developed severe illness following a burial meal.

Is August too early to get this year’s flu vaccine? Here’s when and where flu shots are available this year and when the CDC recommends getting one.

It comes after Scotland's first ever case was confirmed in Dumfries and Galloway earlier this week.

A new study suggests that belly fat may be a better predictor of heart disease risk than BMI alone, highlighting the importance of looking beyond weight when assessing cardiovascular health.

Heather Quintana Suchan thought she had a respiratory infection, then pneumonia. Doctors discovere it was Stage 4 lung cancer in her 30s. She’d never smoked.

Discover the easy high-protein, no-oven dinner you’ll want to make on repeat. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s perfect for hot nights and busy days.

Gov’t Doctors Must Stop Prioritising Private Work Over Public Hospitals – Baryomunsi ChimpReports

Can eating watermelon every day lower blood pressure? Learn what research says about watermelon, blood vessel health, and who may benefit most.

The World Health Organization warns that the Ebola outbreak in Congo is on track to surpass the deadliest one in history

Cardiologists warn that fruit juice marketed as 'natural' can carry higher health risks for adults over 50, underscoring concerns about sugar intake. Despite...

Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.

The World Health Organization warns that the Ebola outbreak in Congo is on track to surpass the deadliest one in history. The outbreak has killed over 2,000 people out of more than 4,300 cases and is considered the fastest growing in history. WHO head Tedros …

Lira, Uganda | Youth in Lira City East Division are set to celebrate International Youth Day on Friday, August 14, 2026, with a range of activities aimed at promoting health,…

Researchers say some potentially harmful ingredients were likely added on purpose and intentionally left off product labels.

Lung cancer in non-smokers is rising due to air pollution, indoor smoke, and secondhand smoke exposure. WHO data shows 99% of the world lives in polluted areas, while BMJ Oncology links fossil fuel burning to cancer risks. Experts warn of overlooked indoor ha…

If you've ever walked into a room and forgotten why, you know the little flicker of worry that follows. You're not alone—and here's the good news: While dementia isn't 100 percent preventable, top doctors say the choices you make every day can meaningfully lo…

Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi has accused unnamed external actors of encouraging medical interns to reject deployment as doctors threaten industrial action over their welfare.

Current tick testing often involves waiting up to six weeks for results, allowing a possible Lyme infection to spread, not to mention, many blood tests can miss early-stages of the disease.

Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi says government has deployed eligible medical interns but claims unnamed external actors are influencing them not to report as welfare consultations continue.

The Uganda Medical Association has threatened nationwide industrial action if government fails to resolve the deployment, payment and welfare concerns affecting medical interns within 14 days.

Heading to the dentist for work on cavities isn't the most pleasant childhood experience – even if it's for the best when it comes to oral health and hygiene.

Researchers at the Kennedy Institute have discovered that some joints may be more susceptible to inflammatory arthritis before birth, offering new insight into why rheumatoid arthritis attacks particular joints while sparing others.