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While most people are familiar with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, fewer know about Type 1.5 diabetes, also known as latent...

Twenty per cent of the global population carries a genetic risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVD), such as heart attacks, strokes, and aortic...

People who tend to stay up late—referred to as night owls—are nearly 50% more likely to develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) compared...

Chronic diabetes complications increase the risk of mental health issues and vice versa, according to a recent study from the University of...

Cancer cases in younger generations are continuing to rise at an alarming rate and millennial born in 1990 are at a higher...

As healthcare providers and professionals look to improve outcomes among their patients and members, a preventative approach to health can help identify...

Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by tackling 14 modifiable risk factors starting in childhood, as highlighted in...

Irregular sleep durations are associated with an increased risk of diabetes. Individuals with the most irregular sleep patterns have a 34% higher...

Understand the significant health risks of junk food on children and ways to promote healthier eating habits. Junk food refers to food items with little to no nutritional value, often high in sugar, fat, and empty calories. While these foods are marketed as delicious and appealing, particularly to children, their consumption can have serious health consequences. This article explores the various impacts of junk food on children's health and provides insights on how to mitigate these risks.

The 2024 Global Food Policy Report emphasizes the need for transforming global food systems to ensure sustainable, healthy diets for all.