Elijah Torres 
With this new drug, individuals will only need to administer an injection twice a year. MEXICO CITY (apro).- On Wednesday, June 18, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new preventive treatment for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences announced that their drug Lenacapavir, marketed as Yeztugo, can prevent the … Read more
For psychologists, it is critical to eliminate “all types of alcohol consumption, including that by adults,” in any setting where minors are present. MADRID (EUROPA PRESS) – Raúl Izquierdo, the technical director of Spain’s Asociación DUAL and a psychologist, warns that minors often replicate their parents’ drinking habits; “if parents frequently misuse alcohol or do … Read more
It is the leading risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, including coronary and cerebrovascular diseases, as well as chronic kidney disease, heart failure, and dementia. MEXICO CITY (apro).- In Mexico, the number of people living with undiagnosed hypertension is on the rise, particularly among individuals under 40. The Hypertension Experts Group in Mexico (GREHTA) estimates that … Read more
The screwworm infestation is caused by the larvae of the fly Cochliomyia hominivorax, which feeds on the living tissue of mammals. This pest poses a serious threat to livestock health and, in some cases, can also affect humans. MEXICO CITY (apro) – On Friday, April 18, the Health Ministry reported the first human case of … Read more
According to WHO data, insufficient physical activity leads to 3.2 million deaths annually, making it the fourth most common cause of death globally. MEXICO CITY (apro).- Walking is highly recommended as a physical activity to lower the risk of heart disease, tackle obesity, and enhance mental well-being. There’s a common belief that taking 10,000 steps … Read more
Should children be prevented from using mobile devices, or should their usage be substantially limited? Here’s what an ophthalmologist has to say. MADRID (EUROPA PRESS) – Dr. Francisco Javier Fernández Perianes, an ophthalmologist at the Quirónsalud Clideba Hospital in Badajoz, has issued a warning that the use of mobile devices has nearly doubled the incidence … Read more
The discovery could pave the way for new research and treatments at a time when rates of anxiety and obesity are on the rise. MADRID (EUROPA PRESS).- A team of researchers from McMaster University in Canada has uncovered a molecular link between body fat and anxiety, enhancing our understanding of this complex relationship and potentially … Read more
Certain videos on social media manipulate and spread misinformation about health by promoting habits and products that lack scientific backing. MEXICO CITY (apro) – On platforms like TikTok and Instagram, a new scam is making the rounds, featuring supposed health experts—created using artificial intelligence—endorsing “miracle” products and practices purported to benefit health, as warned by … Read more
According to information from the National Institute of Social Security (IMSS), if the disease is diagnosed early and treated in its initial stages, it can be cured in 85% of cases. However, many men avoid annual urological check-ups, which delays the diagnosis. MEXICO CITY (apro) – In Mexico, cancer ranks as the third leading cause … Read more
Expert Emphasizes the Importance of Managing All Cardiovascular Risk Factors. MADRID (EUROPA PRESS) – José A. Obeso, a distinguished academic in Neurology at the Royal National Academy of Medicine of Spain (RANME), has expressed concern over the growing trend of adopting a lifestyle he describes as pro-Parkinsonian. This is due to increasingly common multitasking habits, … Read more
