Urgent.News

What's breaking now, across thousands of outlets.

Health & Medicine

Health & Medicine

Yawning, food cravings, mood changes: These could be warning signs of a migraine

Many people dismiss recurring headaches, but recognising these early signs, which may appear hours before the pain, could help you get the right diagnosis and treatment, says Adjunct Associate Professor Jonathan Ong.

Migraine symptoms can manifest in various ways, sometimes long before the actual headache occurs. According to Adjunct Associate Professor Jonathan Ong, these early warning signs may include sudden food cravings, frequent yawning, and mood changes. Prof Ong, the president of the Headache Society of Singapore, emphasizes that these symptoms could be indicative of an impending migraine episode, rather than just a regular headache.

Continue reading →

More in Health & Medicine

Campaign to reduce the intake of salt

Cutting down salt is a simple change that can make a major difference to cardiovascular health — less salt today can mean lower blood pressure, fewer heart attacks, and fewer strokes tomorrow

8 common food additives linked to high blood pressure and heart disease

Common preservatives hiding in processed foods may carry unexpected heart risks, with heavy consumption linked to substantially higher rates of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.

  • Study links 8 common food additives to higher blood pressure and heart disease risk
  • 29% increased risk of hypertension for those with highest intake of non-antioxidant preservatives
  • Authors recommend prioritizing non-processed foods to reduce exposure to additives

Tests and Doctors Told Mom Baby Was Healthy, Then Came Realization at Birth

A mother's instincts told her something was wrong. Then a traumatic birth left her family facing an unimaginable challenge.

  • Brooke Buckley sensed something was wrong with baby Palmer by third trimester.
  • Doctors dismissed her concerns, attributed them to anterior placenta and amniotic fluid.
  • Palmer born with rare ACTA1 gene mutation causing severe muscle weakness.

Kenya’s robotic surgery milestone: Aga Khan surgeons remove 10cm ovarian cyst

Kenya’s robotic surgery programme has entered a new phase after surgeons at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi successfully used robotic technology to remove an ovarian cyst measuring more than…

  • Aga Khan University Hospital uses robotic surgery to remove 10cm ovarian cyst.
  • First time hospital applies robotic-assisted surgery in gynecological care.
  • Gynecological oncologist Dr. Elkana Omenge highlights precision and faster recovery.

Dr Noma Mbeki Foundation targets pens down drinking

The Dr Noma Mbeki Foundation hosted its first Anti-Pens Down event in Mdantsane…

  • Dr Noma Mbeki Foundation launches Anti-Pens Down event for Grade 12 learners.
  • 47% of students reportedly consumed alcohol, per Liquor Board figures.
  • Foundation aims to address root causes of alcohol use, expand nationwide.

PHCC concludes back-to-school campaign

<p>Doha, Qatar: The School Health Program & Services Department at Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has concluded the Back-to-School Campaign for the 2026-2027 academic year. The campaign was implemented over 12 days, from August 30 to September 10, 2026, under the theme “Healthy Bodies Build Strong Nations.”</p> <p>The campaign…

Germany news: Doctors offer Oktoberfest flu jabs

Oktoberfest 2026 is underway but it's not just beer on offer in Munich this year; revelers can also get themselves a flu jab before heading to the tents. DW has more.

  • Oktoberfest begins with traditional cry "O zapft is!"
  • Bavarian doctors offer flu and Covid-19 vaccinations at festival
  • Election results impact German political landscape
Continue reading →
★ ★ ★