Childhood Obesity in Mexico: A Major Public Health Challenge

Obesidad infantil, un reto para la salud pública en México

According to Liliana Bahena, coordinator of the “My Healthy School” campaign, childhood overweight and obesity are the most serious public health issue faced by the country. MEXICO CITY (apro) – In Mexico, one in four children is affected by childhood obesity. According to “El País,” currently, 35% of Mexican children are either overweight or obese, … Read more

Chinese Researchers Successfully Transplant Pig Kidney Into Human: A Medical Breakthrough!

Investigadores chinos trasplantan con éxito un riñón de cerdo a un humano

Scientists are genetically modifying pigs to make their organs more similar to humans in an effort to address the transplant shortage. WASHINGTON (AP) — Chinese researchers on Wednesday reported new progress in the field of animal-to-human organ transplants, including a successful pig kidney transplant and evidence suggesting pig livers might also be viable for future … Read more

Merck Shells Out $2 Billion to Chinese Pharma for Heart Drug: Major Deal Alert!

Merck & Co. pagará 2 mil millones de dólares a farmacéutica china por medicamento para el corazón

Hengrui Pharma will receive an upfront payment of $200 million and grant Merck & Co. the exclusive rights to develop, manufacture, and market the drug HRS-5346 worldwide, excluding China. MEXICO CITY (apro) – Merck & Co., a leading global pharmaceutical company, has reached an agreement with Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (Hengrui Pharma) to acquire, … Read more

3D Technology Revolution: Bringing Surgeons Closer to Remote African Patients!

Tecnología 3D pronto podría acercar a los cirujanos a los pacientes de regiones remotas de África

The project builds on previous trials in Scotland and now operates as a mobile system with enhanced lighting and camera upgrades. KOFORIDUA, Ghana (AP).- Since 2002, Charles Owusu Aseku has traveled across Ghana and abroad seeking treatment for a large keloid on his neck. After two unsuccessful surgeries and a consultation-only visit to South Africa, … Read more

Diabetes Drug Lowers Death Risk After Heart Surgery: New Study Reveals

Fármaco para la diabetes reduce riesgo de muerte tras intervención cardíaca. Esto dice un estudio

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death and health expenditure worldwide. MADRID (EUROPA PRESS) – A medication originally developed for diabetes treatment has shown promising results in improving outcomes for patients with aortic stenosis undergoing heart valve interventions, according to a clinical trial conducted by the National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC) in collaboration … Read more

Oncologists Warn: Obesity and Inactivity Raise Colorectal Cancer Risk!

Oncólogos advierten de que la obesidad y el sedentarismo aumentan el riesgo de cáncer colorrectal

In recognition of World Colorectal Cancer Day on March 31, experts emphasize that an unhealthy lifestyle can increase the risk of developing this type of digestive tumor. MADRID (EUROPA PRESS) – The Digestive Tumor Treatment Group (TTD) highlighted the significance of understanding risk factors that can elevate the likelihood of developing colorectal tumors, such as … Read more