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Health
Health refers to physical and mental well-being in the broadest sense.
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How video games help young patients beat the hospital blues
At Glasgow Children's Hospital, the UK’s first full-time gamer-in-residence is making sick kids' stay more fun.
Is medicine racist?
When Black and people of color visit the doctor, they are often treated differently than white patients.
Crucial mRNA vaccine research at risk in the US
Could research on mRNA technology, which is crucial for vaccine development, be curtailed in the US?
Pope Francis' health 'improving,' Vatican says
Pope Francis is 'improving," continues to make progress at physiotherapy and remains fever-free, his doctors said.
In Good Shape — Fit for school
Developmental disorders can make learning difficult. Meanwhile, bullying and academic pressure can trigger anxiety.
Belgium short on health workers 5 years into COVID
The COVID pandemic revealed a shortage of medical staff in Belgium — an issue that still hasn't been addressed.
Will India's air pollution jack up health insurance costs?
Health insurers are looking into whether they can factor hazardous air pollution into pricing premiums.
NATO members complete Arctic exercise amid uncertainty
The US military is taking part in Joint Viking 25 — but President Trump might withdraw his troops from future drills.
Trump wields budget ax against US science, medical research
In the US, the foundations of health care, climate protection, and food safety are under attack by Trump's funding cuts.
In Good Shape — How men can stay healthy into old age
How do you detect testicular cancer early? Can erectile dysfunction be avoided? How can men stay healthy into old age?
Trump's 'assault on science': Bad for the US, good for EU?
US-based scientists appear to be moving their research elsewhere in the wake of Trump's cuts. Europe wants to help.
Less stress with every breath
Take a deep breath and relax! Our fitness coach Tim Bertko shows you how.
Bhopal disaster survivors decry toxic waste burning
In 1984, gas from a pesticide factory killed thousands. Warning: This report contains distressing images.
5 years after pandemic declared, COVID-19 continues
Five years after the outbreak of the global pandemic, world leaders and society are still dealing with the consequences.
COVID lockdowns had mental health effects on youth — study
Five years after the pandemic began, many young people continue to struggle with anxiety and depression.
I quit smoking, have my lungs healed?
Lisa Wissing quit smoking. She heads for a check up to see if her lungs are getting healthier.
India's 'backstreet dentists': Lifeline or hidden risk?
Unlicensed dentists help people who can't afford sanctioned care, but they may also jeopardize the health of patients.
Pope Francis' health condition remains 'stable but complex'
Pope Francis reached three weeks in the hospital in Rome, the longest stay of his 12-year papacy.
In Good Shape — how to take care of your lungs
A cough may come from a cold, but it can also be a sign of allergies or a more serious condition.
USAID freeze endangers India's diversity programs
Trump's USAID freeze shuts down programs for vulnerable communities in India, costing jobs and health care access.
Health care workers across Germany go on strike
Emergency care was unaffected but rallies were planned in several German cities
Justice for oil workers in Norway?
Norwegian offshore oil workers suffer from health issues. Now they are due to be compensated.
Trauma: How child abuse victims deal with parenthood
A new study shows what it means for survivors of child sexual abuse to become parents and raise their own children.
Proteins – The building blocks of life
Protein is a superpower! It helps protect our organs, our DNA, helps in blood formation, the immune system, and more.
High-protein products – What’s all the hype?
“High protein” products from chocolate bars to shakes or pasta sell well. Are they heathy and can they help?
DR Congo: Another mystery disease outbreak
Health authorities are conducting tests in regions of DR Congo affected by a mystery disease that has killed 60 people.
Kenyan data workers risk their mental health to train AI
The artificial intelligence revolution is powered by an invisible workforce that is underpaid and unprotected.
Mia's short life: When a child dies
Mia was born seemingly healthy; however, she has a terminal congenital genetic disorder.
Donors needed: Why Nigeria faces a donated blood shortage
Nigerian blood banks are struggling to find donors as myths and misinformation circulate.
TikTok health traps: How influencers give you bad advice
The majority of social media advice about medical tests is misleading and potentially harmful, according to a new study.
In Good Shape — How important is protein?
How much protein do we need in our diet? Who needs to up their intake? And does a plant-based diet give you enough?
World agrees on how to fund nature protection
Nations have come to a compromise over plans to raise and deliver billions in funding for biodiversity.
Natural dyes reduce toxic textiles' impact
Toxic clothing dyes harm health and environment - but demand is growing for eco-friendly natural dyes.
Why isn't Pakistan polio-free?
DW looks at why Pakistan is one of two remaining countries worldwide where wild polio is still endemic.
Bungee fitness – flying and flipping while working out
Bungee fitness lets you jump, fly, and flip while getting a full-body workout – intense yet easy on the joints.
How do our joints work?
Joints keep us flexible, but to work properly they need to be well-lubricated with synovial fluid.
Thailand: Searching for bats with this expert virus hunter
Supaporn Wacharapluesadee's research on zoonotic spillover is more important than ever.
The big freeze: A trucker in Alaska — Global Us
Leah Sifuentes drives a truck across a frozen Alaska, and Carmen Lopez from Spain is blind and an award-winning surfer.
How Singapore's elderly are living longer
Singapore is known for its high life expectancy, with many locals living to a very old age with the state's help.
Pope Francis in critical condition, Vatican says
Pope Francis is in critical condition after he suffered a long asthmatic respiratory crisis, the Vatican said.
Pope Francis' health is 'critical,' Vatican says
The Holy See said the 88-year-old pontiff was still in danger after suffering a "prolonged asthma-like" attack.
Can you trust AI medical advice from ChatGPT?
Around one in ten people now ask AI models like ChatGPT for medical advice. But can it be trusted?
Plastic kitchen utensils are a cancer risk
Black plastic can release harmful substances when heated, potentially causing cancer or kidney damage.
In Good Shape — What's good for our joints?
Joints let us walk, grip, and jump. How do they work, and how do we keep them healthy?
Pope Francis in 'complex' health situation
In a brief statement, the Vatican announced that the pope's respiratory infection requires a new course of treatment.
Can air pollution make us more susceptible to diabetes?
India is home to 63 of the world's 100 most polluted cities. Toxic air badly impacts our health – more than we realize.
Cash for care: Boosting infant vaccination in rural Nigeria
How a simple cash incentive is changing lives in northern Nigeria.
Turkish fake honey production on the rise
Honey from Turkey is increasing being adulterated with sugar syrup.
In Good Shape: The scary truth about plastic and our health
Microplastics in food, chemicals in cans, pesticides on fruit — how much do these substances harm your health?
How wearables are revolutionizing heart health
Wearables and smartwatches are lifestyle products with medical benefits.
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