A newer method of calculating so-called "bad cholesterol" levels in the blood is more accurate than the older method in people who did not fast before blood was drawn.

A new association between early-onset Alzheimer's disease and increased LDL cholesterol levels has been identified by Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Emory University researchers.

A Sydney university has unveiled a new program to enhance cervical cancer screening and treatment in the South Pacific (!--ref1--). The University

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer in U.S. adults. Early detection can prevent more than half of CRC-related deaths. However, 40% of people in the U.

Health experts warned of a rising cancer risk due to increased exposure to airborne carcinogens on National Cancer Awareness Day. Cancers of the lungs,

An intense monsoon season in Pakistan means the country’s food system faces the challenge of both extreme floods and extended droughts.

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With Mumbai experiencing the most significant increases in nighttime temperatures, India continues to endure a severe medlinkheatwave/medlink. A new

Raising awareness and promoting preventive measures can significantly reduce the number of amputations and improve the medlinkquality of life/medlink for many individuals.

With medlinkMpox/medlink cases confirmed in Sweden and Pakistan, an infectious disease expert is urging immediate health screenings at major airports to prevent further spread.

In a significant public health initiative, the Tamil Nadu government plans to screen 80 lakh people diagnosed with diabetes for medlinktuberculosis/medlink (TB).

In a landmark development for India's clinical research landscape, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has announced the formalization of Memorandum

The Education and Health Ministry has urged states to enforce medlinktobacco/medlink-free guidelines in schools to address medlinktobacco use/medlink among youth.

The number of babies born in South Korea soars for the first time in 19 months in April, according to new data. According to the data compiled by

A recent investigation by The BMJ revealed that scammers are increasingly using deepfakes to impersonate well-known UK television doctors in order to promote bogus health products on social media.

A potential connection has been found between certain Gastrointestinal (GI) syndromes and the formation and rupture of intracranial (brain) aneurysms,

A 25-year-old, diagnosed with a rare medlinkneurological disorder/medlink that prevents them from truly experiencing sleep, shared their story on medlinksocial media/medlink.

While cats are often seen as adorable internet memes, they frequently suffer from medlinkkidney disease/medlink. In a significant breakthrough, researchers

Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are a hot topic in environment and landscape planning networks. But are they a silver bullet for solving the climate crisis?

The post Greening gray infrastructure: uncovering the complexity of Nature-based Solutions first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Holistic, integrated planning across sectors is vital to ensure disaster response is timely and effective.

The post Floods in Kenya underscore urgent need for anticipatory action in disaster situations first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Event to be rescheduled for later in the year.

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The forum explored the role of partnerships, technology and community engagement in securing India’s water resources.

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Adapting to more frequent climate disasters calls for enhanced planning and collaboration.

The post Extreme flooding and landslides worldwide highlight need for anticipatory action  first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Creating measures that balance the needs of refugees and local populations during disaster preparedness presents a complex issue.

The post The unique challenge of implementing anticipatory action in refugee and IDP hosting communities  first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

IWMI achieved a number of important milestones and showcased innovations for sustainable water management.

The post Partnerships the main driver at Cairo Water Week 2024 first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

The event takes place from Nov. 4-8 under the theme of "Building a Climate-Resilient Future."

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medlinkTransgender/medlink students are more likely to seek help from teachers and not from their parents, finds a new study led by researchers at

Australian high school students with severe medlinkdepression/medlink were more than twice as likely to be addicted to vaping e-cigarettes (medlinkelectronic

Excessive smartphone use, lack of sleep, cyberbullying, and poor mental health are all interlinked issues affecting teens in today's digital era. Australian

A survey found that 39% of the Indian workforce has benefited from their company's mental health programs. These programs are helping employees improve

Feeling alone? Watch out, loneliness increases your risk of dementia, warns a new study. A new study from Florida State University College of Medicine

A new computer-based tool could help doctors quickly spot anxiety or depression in children before surgery, suggests new research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY (Regd) 2024 annual meeting (!--ref1--).

People in early middle age who struggle with poor sleep, such as difficulty falling or staying asleep, show more signs of poor brain health late middle age, according to a new study.

h2From Character Flaws to Neurodivergence: Jia Sung's Journey to ADHD Diagnosis/h2 As a child, Jia Sung faced challenges in school. Her report cards

Older people who feel sleepy during the day or show a lack of interest in activities due to sleep problems may be at a higher risk of developing a syndrome

In celebration of International Youth Day, IWMI and BongoHive hosted a Demonstration Day in partnership with the Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research in Africa (AICCRA) project in Zambia.

The post Youth seek climate-smart agri-solutions in innovation challenge first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

The World Water Week panel, co-hosted by IWMI and the US State Department, discussed Tibet's vital role in Himalayan water systems, highlighting China's environmental impact.

The post Panel at ‘World Water Week’ highlights water security in Tibet and Himalayas first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

The seminar, organized by IWMI, looked at how climate change threatens Pakistan's agriculture-dependent economy, requiring adaptive measures like flood protection, drought-resistant crops, and public awareness.

The post Seeds of Change: Navigating climate-induced challenges in farming and everyday life first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

The seminar, organized by IWMI, stresses climate change awareness, its impact on agriculture, and the need for adaptation, urging informed action.

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IWMI supports research, such as hydro-geologist Maduo Dingalo's work on transboundary aquifers, which is looking to identify potential borehole sites to supply water to vulnerable communities.

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Talk show "Akher Al Nahar" aired a report on Cairo Water Week featuring Youssef Brouziyne, the IWMI Regional Representative in MENA.

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Co-organized by IWMI, experts in water management, agriculturalists, government officials, and business leaders from different parts of the world discussed practical strategies to tackle water scarcity.

The post Pakistan Water Week 2023 concludes with call to collaborate on shared asset first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Inadequate infrastructure, together with rural and poor populations, makes Zambia highly vulnerable to droughts, according to the UN. But the drought monitoring system developed by IWMI helps to better prepare the country to cope with its impacts.

The post Prolonged droughts: Need for water harvesting first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

IWMI's Shreya Chakraborty and Tanmoy Bhaduri discuss groundwater use in Nepal and overlooked issues in policy frameworks.

The post Opinion: Nepal needs a comprehensive groundwater policy first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

IWMI's Suchiradipta Bhattacharjee comments on how India, the largest user of groundwater globally, can transition from water scarcity to water security.

The post We need a strategy to manage our water first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Increasing medlinkeye donations/medlink is shown to be vital for sight-restoring surgeries as a study at the University of Southampton underscores

Enhancements in organ preservation may alleviate the scarcity of hearts for transplantation, as over 5,000 hearts are transplanted annually worldwide,

Researchers from Cincinnati Children's Hospital and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine have developed a novel approach to increase speed

A groundbreaking study, GUARDIAN, is exploring the potential of DNA analysis for newborn screening (!--ref1--). Early findings suggest that genome sequencing

More than 185 million people worldwide have been affected by COVID-19. There have been 4 million COVID-19-related deaths with more than 129,000 deaths in the UK alone.

Research shows that using only the common casual blood glucose test for gestational diabetes screening misses most cases, prompting calls for better methods.