Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 studyObesity in Africa is rising at alarming rates, particularly among women, prompting urgent health concerns and comparisons to the HIV epidemic.
Africa's medical system risks collapse in next few years', warns health leaderHealth services in Africa risk collapse due to rising chronic diseases, calling for increased focus and funding beyond infectious diseases.
Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma studyMillions of teenagers in Africa suffer from undiagnosed asthma exacerbated by urbanisation.
Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 studyObesity in Africa is rising at alarming rates, particularly among women, prompting urgent health concerns and comparisons to the HIV epidemic.
Africa's medical system risks collapse in next few years', warns health leaderHealth services in Africa risk collapse due to rising chronic diseases, calling for increased focus and funding beyond infectious diseases.
Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma studyMillions of teenagers in Africa suffer from undiagnosed asthma exacerbated by urbanisation.
Life expectancy may be reaching upper limits-for nowSignificant improvements in human life expectancy are unlikely this century, despite advances in medical technology.
Healthier rice variety could counter rise in diabetes, Philippine scientists sayA new rice variety in the Philippines may help combat rising diabetes rates, which are anticipated to reach 783 million cases by 2045.
People must understand: we in Malawi are paying for the climate crisis with our lives | Khumbize Kandodo ChipondaMalawi is grappling with severe climate crises resulting in both extreme flooding and drought, leading to staggering loss of life and increased health challenges.
As a cancer care expert, my fears over my own diagnosis run deeper than just curing the disease | Jeff DunnAccess to quality healthcare is essential for effective cancer treatment and recovery.
Mongolia's ambitious programme to tackle cancer death rates reaches 40% of populationAn ambitious project in Mongolia targets cancer mortality, reaching 40% of the population by screening for non-communicable diseases like cancer.
There was no other option': how aid packages feed diabetes and heart disease in the Pacific islandsEmergency food aid after disasters can contribute to long-term health problems by exacerbating non-communicable diseases in affected regions.
Working out in nature may prevent several terrible diseases and cut medical costsNatural outdoor exercise can prevent non-communicable diseases and reduce healthcare costs significantly.
Campaign to decriminalise suicide in four Caribbean nations gains momentumPressure to decriminalize suicide in Caribbean nations led by coalition to repeal colonial-era laws.
WHO says these industries kill 2.7 million a year in Europe DW 06/12/2024Tobacco, ultra-processed foods, alcohol, and fossil fuels contribute to 2.7 million deaths yearly in Europe, urging stricter regulations for public health.