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Drinking a hot cup of coffee or tea is a daily habit for millions of people worldwide. However, a new study by the University of Oxford suggests that people who drink ‘hot’ or ‘very hot’ beverages may face a higher risk of developing a type of oesophageal cancer known as oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). more
Taking Ozempic or Wegovy? Study finds possible link to hair loss in men

Men already at risk genetically for the most common form of hair loss have a 7 percent added risk of losing their hair if they use drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound for type 2 diab ...

Bhutan makes history: WHO declares country free of dog-transmitted Rabies

The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Bhutan’s elimination of dog-transmitted rabies as a public health problem, making it the first country in the WHO South-East Asia R ...

Sugar-free but not risk-free? Study raises alarm over popular sweetener

A study to be presented at ESC Congress 2026 will show that high blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol, commonly used as a sugar substitute in products such as sugar-free chewi ...

Type 2 diabetes affects men and women differently: New study unveils a shocking health divide

In the years following a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, women are more likely to develop mental health conditions, while men are more likely to develop cardiovascular and renal complications, ...

Dementia risk falls 15%? Study examines statin use after Type 2 diabetes diagnosis

Early initiation of statins after diagnosis of type 2 diabetes was associated with a lower risk of dementia, according to a study presented today at ESC Congress 2026  and published ...

New study reveals hidden dangers of swimming in rivers and lakes

People swimming in rivers and lakes could be putting themselves at risk of nasty skin conditions and stomach bugs, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia.

Your brain may be driving your cravings for fatty foods, scientists discover

Obesity is a global health concern that can contribute to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other metabolic disorders. Though there are many health conditions that can lead to it, an ...

No sleep last night? This 20-minute workout may help save your memory

A short workout or a nap can help protect memory after a sleepless night, a McGill University-led study has found.

Vitamin D may do more than strengthen bones: Study finds potential brain benefits

With more than 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s dementia — a number projected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050 — new Emory University research suggests that ...