HEALTH/FITNESS

MALDIVES BANS YOUNGER GENERATIONS FROM TOBACCO USE

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The Maldives has implemented a groundbreaking nationwide generational tobacco prohibition, banning anyone born on or after January 1, 2007, from smoking tobacco. The archipelago's health ministry announced on Saturday that it would be illegal for these younger generations to use, buy, or sell tobacco within the country. This initiative makes the Maldives the only nation globally to enforce such a comprehensive measure, reflecting the government's "strong commitment to protecting young people from the harms of tobacco," the ministry stated.

CHINA'S PHARMA INDUSTRY SHIFTS TOWARD LOCAL REAGENTS

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Pharmaceutical research firms in China are increasingly turning to domestically produced reagents, signaling a potential long-term shift away from reliance on Western suppliers. Rising tariffs on U.S. goods, cost considerations, and supply chain efficiency are driving this trend, according to industry executives.

OZEMPIC FACES $2 BILLION LAWSUIT OVER SEVERE SIDE EFFECTS

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Novo Nordisk, the maker of the diabetes and weight-loss drug Ozempic, is facing mounting legal pressure as more than 2,000 people have filed lawsuits alleging the drug caused serious, life-altering health complications. The combined damages being sought are estimated to exceed $2 billion, making the case one of the largest pharmaceutical lawsuits in recent years.

BARBIE RELEASES FIRST DOLL WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES AND GLUCOSE MONITOR

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This Barbie is bringing attention to the issue. And they're doing it with the first-ever doll with type 1 diabetes, the newest model in Mattel's inclusive Fashionista Barbie collection.

TRADITIONAL HEALING FINDS PLACE IN TURKISH HOSPITALS

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In Istanbul, patients at private hospitals are witnessing an unusual blend of ancient tradition and modern medicine. Therapies once confined to informal settings, such as wet cupping and leech treatments, are increasingly being offered in clinical environments under strict regulation. Known locally as hacamat, wet cupping is among the practices now embraced by certified medical professionals.

WHO CONFIRMS POLIO OUTBREAK IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA

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A polio outbreak has been declared in Papua New Guinea by the World Health Organisation (WHO), prompting a call for an "immediate" vaccination campaign. The WHO has declared the deadly disease a level that is a high risk for citizens.

AI STETHOSCOPES PROMISE EARLY DETECTION OF HEART CONDITIONS

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A groundbreaking medical innovation may soon change the way heart disease is detected and treated. Researchers in the United Kingdom have revealed that stethoscopes powered by artificial intelligence can diagnose serious conditions in mere seconds. These conditions include heart failure, valve disease, and abnormal rhythms, all of which can go undetected until severe symptoms emerge.

WORLD ORAL HEALTH DAY: WHY YOUR SMILE DESERVES ATTENTION

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Every year on March 20, people around the world come together to celebrate World Oral Health Day—a global initiative aimed at promoting better dental hygiene and raising awareness about the importance of oral health. While brushing and flossing may seem like simple daily habits, the truth is, oral health plays a crucial role in overall well-being.