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Health
Health refers to physical and mental well-being in the broadest sense.
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How does a smartwatch measure your heartbeat?
Smartwatches use an optical sensor to detect the heartbeat. But how accurate is the process?
Superfood from India — water lily pops
A young entrepreneur is conquering German supermarkets with a new snack from India—water lily pops.
How wearables are revolutionizing heart health
Doctors could save lives with data from smartwatches and wearables.
Southern Africa's cholera outbreak is a multinational fight
A deadly cholera outbreak has left thousands infected and hundreds dead in Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique and beyond.
Deep dive: We need to talk about farmers and mental health
Recent studies say mental health is in decline among farmers. We reached out to farmers and experts for the inside view.
Ecuador: Court decriminalizes euthanasia in landmark ruling
Verdict comes after a terminally ill patient argued that people with fatal diseases have a right to die with dignity.
Artificial intelligence is boosting many industries
New weight loss drugs, AI in medicine and eco-friendly mobility are all big trends for 2024.
Artificial intelligence saving lives in the operating room
At Saarbrücken Hospital in Germany, complicated operations are being optimized with the help of artificial intelligence.
Myanmar doctor cares for fellow refugees in India
In Zokhawthar, eastern India, DW meets a refugee doctor doing what he can to help other refugees who have fled Myanmar.
Global Us: Urban living and the dangers of modern industry
Homelessness on the rise in New York, Bhopal 40 years after a chemical accident, and rerouting cars around Bogota.
Alzheimer's 'infections' & walking around parking lots
Was Alzheimer's transferred to a handful of patients? Also, a new study shows what parking lots do to your brain.
Weight loss injection
The diabetes drug Ozempic and new obesity shot Wegovy show great promise.
India on the verge of eliminating 'black fever' kala-azar
Kala-azar is the second deadliest parasitic disease after malaria, affecting 200 million people in dozens of countries.
Why India's Gen Z and millennials feel more stressed
India's millennials and Gen Z report feeling much more stressed compared to older generations, a new study has found.
The deadly pregnancy complication you've never heard of
Preeclampsia is a top contributor to maternal death. Most women only learn what it is when they're diagnosed with it.
In Good Shape - Dealing with circulatory disorders
The circulatory system keeps our cells supplied. Thrombosis, high blood pressure and varicose veins all pose threats.
NATO begins huge military exercise
NATO has kicked off its biggest military exercise in decades, involving around 90,000 troops.
Malaria child vaccination campaign kicks off in Cameroon
Cameroon has begun a large-scale malaria vaccination campaign that's supposed to see 250,000 children immunized.
Family planning isn't easy in South Sudan
In conservative South Sudanese society, health workers are attacked and young couples are judged.
German minister aims for cannabis legalization by spring
German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach hopes that the cannabis law will be passed by the Bundestag in February.
How chicken farms are breeding antimicrobial resistance
E.coli and Salmonella bacteria have been found to share genetic information as a way to develop antibiotic resistance.
Miscarriage and stillbirth: How to overcome them
Losing a baby can be a very difficult experience for couples - whether it is a miscarriage or a stillbirth.
Tomorrow Today - The Science Magazine
The wonder of plants: They can be sensitive to sound and a source of Vitamin D. Some even eat meat!
Diet for your body type - Personalized nutrition
Carbohydrates, fats, proteins. Each person is different, and every body utilizes food in a different way.
Can you really trust AI? Davos crowd treads with caution
AI is the hot topic at Davos this year, with political and business leaders thinking hard about the technology.
To your health
Why China's young workers are pumping the brakes on life in the fast-lane. And a special visit to a café in Vienna.
Malaria-free Cape Verde a 'beacon of hope' for Africa
The WHO has certified Cape Verde as malaria-free. But much remains to be done in the fight against the disease.
Maternal mortality: Pregnancy is 'shockingly dangerous'
While the maternal mortality rate in the US is rising, India is seeing fewer people die during pregnancy and childbirth.
Racism can make you sick
People who experience racial discrimination can develop high blood pressure, excess weight and mental health problems.
How megacities are tackling air pollution
Many of the world's biggest cities are slowly improving their air quality. Here's how.
SHIFT – Living in the Digital Age
Signs of internet addiction. Software to monitor employees’ performance. Microchips from space.
Britain's NHS strike: Doctors want more pay
Junior doctors are staging the NHS' longest ever strike. It's about pay, but also a decade of perceived neglect.
How the human eye works
Lens, pupil, iris, retina - how do these elements interact to enable us to see?
Bangladesh's e-waste crisis endangers health, environment
Recovering valuable metals from the trash could be a big opportunity for entrepreneurs, but it comes at a huge cost.
Happy New Year from Science unscripted!
Thanks for listening to (or watching) our show this year. Here are some tips for a safe party on December 31.
Worries grow for mental health of Afghan girls under Taliban
The Taliban have barred girls from schools beyond the sixth grade and women from almost all jobs and public spaces.
German doctors on strike at the height of COVID, flu season
Doctors are protesting low earnings and stifling bureaucracy. But the Health Ministry has rejected their demands.
India's parliament debates Murthy's 70-hour work week
Indian tech billionaire Narayan Murthy recently called for a 70-hour work week leaving many raised eyebrows.
WHO warns mpox could spread around the world again
Seven months after sexually transmitted mpox was downgraded from a global threat, a new outbreak could spread.
Young people with hypertension -- a growing problem
More and more under 25s are getting high blood pressure. What can be done to combat it?
Netherlands: Sporty fun in retirement homes
At a retirement home in Rotterdam, a specialist is injecting life into residents' weary bones.
Palpitations: Should you worry if your heart races?
Heart palpitations aren't necessarily dangerous, but they can be. So always consult your doctor.
In Good Shape – Keeping your heart healthy
Arrhythmia or heart attacks require swift medical attention. But there's a lot you can do to prevent heart problems.
Pregnancy sickness: Major discovery offers hope for cure
The discovery could lead to better treatment of "underdiagnosed and undertreated" forms of severe pregnancy sickness.
Bosnia: Is coal mining making people sick?
Residents around Bosnia's largest coal-fired power plant are getting sick. They blame the operators.
Focus on Europe - Spotlight on People
Residents around Bosnia's largest coal-fired power plant are getting sick. They blame the operators.
When sporting passion turns to addiction
An extreme triathlete who is also a sports scientist explains the phenomenon of sports addiction.
Homeopathy: Sugar pills and modern medicine
This is the story of how a maverick medic from eastern Germany harnessed the placebo effect and exported it worldwide.
French villages roll out health care on wheels
A medical bus aims to help rural communities in northwestern France that are facing a shortage of doctors.
STI – no need to be ashamed!
STIs or sexually transmitted infections are common. Itching or pain in the genitals can be the first signs.
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