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Is hantavirus the next global threat? Fact-checking the outbreak with experts
Health News 2026-05-10

Is hantavirus the next global threat? Fact-checking the outbreak with experts

A rare hantavirus outbreak has affected a cruise ship carrying nearly 150 people who were travelling from Argentina on a long-haul Atlantic journey. With a few confirmed deaths so far, several countries have ordered tracking and self-isolation for people at risk of suspected infection. However, the WHO currently maintains that the risk of human-to-human transmission and global spread is ‘low’ and the outbreak is under monitoring. Medical News Today spoke to three experts to find out what symptoms to watch out for, when to seek care, and what to do if they suspect contact with the hantavirus.

Health Advice Is All Over Social Media? Here's How to Vet Claims
Global Health 2026-05-10

Health Advice Is All Over Social Media? Here's How to Vet Claims

Social media is flooded with health advice, but not all of it is trustworthy. This article provides practical tips to help you vet health claims, including checking sources, looking for scientific evidence, watching for conflicts of interest, and consulting professionals, empowering you to make informed health decisions.

7 Health Conditions Medical Cannabis Is Used to Treat
Global Health 2026-05-09

7 Health Conditions Medical Cannabis Is Used to Treat

As clinical evidence accumulates and legal access expands, medical cannabis has become a mainstream option for conditions like anxiety disorders, chronic pain, PTSD, sleep disorders, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and more. Cannabinoids offer unique advantages over conventional treatments, including lower addiction risk and fewer side effects. This article explores seven common health issues and what research says about cannabis therapy.

Novi GLP-1 Weight Loss Claims Evaluated: Trusted Semaglutide & Tirzepatide Prescription Medication Treatment Options with Dedicated Doctors
Global Health 2026-05-08

Novi GLP-1 Weight Loss Claims Evaluated: Trusted Semaglutide & Tirzepatide Prescription Medication Treatment Options with Dedicated Doctors

This article evaluates Novi's GLP-1 weight loss platform, covering the process of obtaining compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide prescriptions, pricing, medical support, and safety notices. The platform connects eligible adults with licensed US doctors via telehealth for personalized weight loss treatment, emphasizing medication use only after clinician evaluation.

Obesity increases heart failure risk but weight loss can reverse it, study finds
Health News 2026-05-08

Obesity increases heart failure risk but weight loss can reverse it, study finds

Worldwide, the number of people with obesity has more than doubled since 1990, with at least 16% of all adults now having the condition. Many health conditions are linked to obesity, among them cardiovascular issues, breathing problems, type 2 diabetes, and impaired mobility. A new study has found that for people with severe obesity and heart failure, losing weight can reverse some of the damage to the heart muscle. This, together with the results of another study that found impaired lung function in people with obesity, suggests that losing weight could help people with obesity to improve both their heart and lung health.

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