Not very active? No need to worry—a little exercise is far better than none. Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health found that about 2.5 hours of physical activity per week—roughly 150 minutes of moderate intensity—lowers cardiovascular disease risk by 14 percent. Cardiovascular diseas

Discover the innovative I Can Help app from Logica, designed to alert medical professionals—like doctors and nurses—on their smartphones when an emergency occurs nearby.Logicas I Can Help app provides critical support during emergencies. Currently in testing, this concept is already proving revoluti

Leading embryologists at Erasmus MC in Rotterdam have earned a prestigious European prize for their pioneering research on the EmbryoScope. The EmbryoScope, widely regarded as the future of IVF, is an advanced incubator that captures time-lapse footage of embryo development. This breakthrough allows

Smoking rates in the Netherlands have fallen significantly by 2011, with just a quarter of the population aged 15 and over lighting up. Five years prior, 28.6% of Dutch adults over 15 smoked. By the second quarter of 2011, that number had declined to 24.3%, according to reliable health surveys. Quit

The birth control pill is one of the most studied contraceptives, yet new research uncovers its impact on womens memory. University of California researchers compared 34 women using the pill with 35 who were not. Participants viewed two video series—one telling an emotional story—followed by a neutr

Scientific breakthrough alert: Researchers at Wageningen University have isolated a powerful antibody effective against the deadliest influenza viruses, including bird flu.This discovery brings a universal flu vaccine—protecting against dangerous strains like bird flu and swine flu—one step closer.

Leading umbrella organizations for general practitioners and pharmacists have submitted a confidential proposal to acquire the Electronic Patient Dossier (EPD) technical system. This development is reported by ANP, the trusted Dutch news agency. Earlier this year, the EPD was definitively rejected b

A healthy nation: Eight out of ten Dutch people describe their health as good or very good, according to recent Statistics Netherlands (CBS) data. The vast majority of Dutch people feel healthy. However, 4% report their health as poor or very poor. Men report better health than women: 82% of men rat

Key finding: Postmenopausal women who smoke have significantly higher concentrations of sex hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen, in their blood compared to non-smokers. Research shows that women who smoke exhibit elevated levels of sex hormones post-menopause. Nicotine from cigarettes influe

Coffee lovers, heres intriguing news: your affinity for coffee may be hardwired into your DNA, potentially leading to a mild addiction. Erasmus MC researchers analyzed over 18,000 individuals coffee consumption patterns. Their findings show that specific genes control how efficiently your liver meta

Urgent crisis consultations are underway in Berlin today to address the ongoing outbreak of the intestinal bacterium EHEC.The EHEC bacterium has claimed ten lives in Germany so far. Key stakeholders—including the Federal Government, state authorities, and experts from health and agriculture sectors—

Buying medications online remains incredibly convenient. In just 18 months, online pharmacies have become a resounding success.Nearly two years ago, when pharmacies gained permission to sell medicines and care products online, the sector experienced a massive surge. Famaline.be conducted in-depth re

Children born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy face a significantly higher risk of becoming overweight compared to those whose mothers avoided nicotine exposure. Researchers at Erasmus MC drew this conclusion from the large-scale Generation R study involving 5,000 children. The analysis examin

Alcohol, smoking, and unhealthy eating take a toll over time. Yet, as women reach 45, many decisively ditch these habits for better health. Research from the Health of the Nation clinic reveals that women at 45 enter their golden age of wellness. At this stage, they grow more aware of their mortalit

Researchers from Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have advanced the fight against HIV by pinpointing the viruss key vulnerability through advanced computational analysis.No cure exists yet for the life-threatening HIV virus, which weakens the immune system and can pro

Exemestane, a proven breast cancer treatment, shows strong potential for preventing the disease in high-risk women, according to a major clinical trial. Researchers from the U.S. and Europe studied 4,560 healthy postmenopausal women to evaluate exemestanes ability to prevent breast cancer. Half rece

A recent study by British researchers reveals that chromium supplements can safeguard the liver from obesity-related damage while restoring the function of key hormones disrupted by excess body fat. HormonesObesity often impairs essential hormones like insulin (which regulates blood sugar) and lepti

Think diet sodas keep you slim? Think again. These zero-calorie thirst quenchers can contribute to unwanted weight gain. Bad news for those relying on diet drinks to manage their weight: research shows they dont aid weight loss and may even promote it. A study by Texas researchers tracked 1,550 men

Take the pharmacy with you everywhere with the Self-Care app – a trusted companion for holiday health needs. When buying medicines on holiday, package inserts can create confusion. The brand-new Self-Care app includes 734 Dutch package leaflets to clarify everything. Navigating the foreign pharmacyB

Women trying to conceive can significantly benefit from prioritizing oral health, including regular flossing. A desire for children? Maintaining very healthy gums is key, according to new research from scientists at the University of Western Australia. Just as obesity can hinder fertility, poor oral