For nearly 40 years, the only means to avoid contracting HIV was a condom. Now, six shots a year can do the job. South Africa is figuring...

Myriad factors influence a patient’s decision to receive influenza vaccination, which is seen to promote cardiovascular health.

Due to the heightened focus on vaccination, patients with cardiovascular disease are now more willing to receive influenza vaccination.

The link between influenza vaccination and heart health is clear. Vaccines, tailored formulations, and collaborations can improve outcomes.

Will a new major study help find more takers for the polypill as a solution to the world’s leading cause of death—cardiovascular disease?

IV iron supplementation is an effective way to improve maternal health and chronic disease outcomes globally.

The task of taking quality care to those living with cancer grows more difficult with the exploding number of new cases.

Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in Hong Kong and Singapore. Digital screening tools might help.

There is very little data on the prevalence of mental health conditions among young people, especially minority groups like refugees.

The Caribbean islands are prone to natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes, which increases the risk of stress and anxiety.

Chronic underfunding and lingering stigma are significant barriers to preventive mental health care in low- and middle-income countries.

Basic income grants can do far more than expand access to food and healthcare. Here is how US$41 a month may help turn the tide against...

High out-of-pocket healthcare costs in African countries send many low-income people into significant debt. Microinsurance has the...

Though non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for seven out of 10 deaths worldwide and cost health systems billions of dollars...

The discovery of insulin in 1921 changed type 1 diabetes from a death sentence to a condition that can be controlled and managed...

Confronting the epidemic of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) requires an approach that is tailored to people, rather than diseases....

Primary health care (PHC) brings comprehensive health care closer to people and a PHC provider is oftentimes the first health point of...

As long ago as 550 BC, Chinese philosopher Confucius told us to “study the past if you would define the future.” In that spirit FORESIGHT...

The covid-19 pandemic has illustrated how chances of recovery from a severe infectious disease are strongly influenced by the presence,...

Exploring landmark medical discoveries, and the challenges of ensuring fair and equitable access to their impact. Recovery builds...