Health Conditions

Caring for cats with chronic health issues, like arthritis, can be stressful for both pets and their owners. Trips to the vet often involve unfamiliar places, new smells, and other animals, which can make the experience difficult for cats already in pain. To ease this burden, researchers at the University…

A recent Healthcare Employers Congress has brought attention to growing concerns over the medical oversight of foreign laborers in Croatia. The country has seen a steady increase in workers arriving from non-EU nations, often referred to as “third countries.” Many of these regions still report high rates of diseases like…

According to data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) through April 2025, measles cases have spiked across several EU countries, with Romania reporting the highest numbers. Romania Leads EU in Measles Infections Romania has recorded 3,605 measles cases so far this year, with three deaths reported.…

The Republic of Ecuador is grappling with a surge in zoonotic diseases that are impacting both public health and the nation’s economy. Recent outbreaks of yellow fever, rabies, hantavirus, and highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) have placed significant strain on the country’s healthcare system. In 2025, yellow fever cases in…

When Patrick Davies receives a call from a local health center in rural Ghana, he knows what to expect: a patient suffering from a skin condition that the medical staff cannot diagnose. Though not a doctor or nurse, Davies leads the Gate Foundation, a small organization in Ankaful (Cape Coast,…

Dr. Benjamin Han, a geriatrician and addiction medicine specialist at the University of California, San Diego, shares a cautionary story with his students about a 76-year-old patient struggling with insomnia. Like many older adults, the patient had difficulty falling asleep and would often wake up during the night. In an…

Saye Seidal, a political prisoner held in Tehran’s Evin Prison, is persisting with her hunger strike, despite severe health complications. The protest, which began on May 26, 2025, is against the Iranian authorities’ refusal to provide adequate medical treatment. On Monday, June 2, 2025, Seidal was returned to Evin Prison,…

New research reveals that veterans with mental health disorders consistently report lower satisfaction with private care compared to their peers without such conditions, emphasizing a critical need for better coordination in their treatment, according to VA researchers. The study analyzed survey data from 231,869 veterans who received care through private…

One in seven adolescents worldwide faces a mental health condition, with suicide ranking as the third leading cause of death among young people. Without proper support, these conditions can severely affect their education, career prospects, and personal relationships, limiting their potential. However, timely intervention and a supportive environment can significantly…

Mental health is gaining recognition as a key aspect of overall wellbeing, prompting the National Health Service (NHS) in England to launch a nationwide network of mental health crisis centres. This initiative aims to alleviate the pressure on overcrowded emergency departments in hospitals. As part of a pilot scheme, ten…