Dr. Priya Deshmukh - Senior Editor, Health 
Five years ago, on March 11, 2020, the world changed. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, a moment that marked a turning point in modern history and ushered in an era of unprecedented disruption and loss. The declaration came as the novel coronavirus, first identified in Wuhan, China, rapidly spread … Read more
For women experiencing debilitating hot flushes and night sweats during menopause, a new non-hormonal treatment option is now available on the National Health Service (NHS) in England. The medication, known as Veoza (fezolinetant), offers a potential alternative for those unable to utilize hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or who prefer a different approach to managing their … Read more
Many people suffer from sleep disorders, but often the underlying cause remains undiagnosed. A common, yet frequently overlooked condition is sleep apnea, a potentially serious disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Longarts Erik Kapteijns of the Heemskerk Sleep Center, affiliated with the Red Cross Hospital, emphasizes the importance of recognizing the often … Read more
The increasing availability of over-the-counter (OTC) oral contraceptives represents a significant step toward expanding access to reproductive healthcare, but navigating insurance coverage remains complex. While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved several oral contraceptives for sale without a prescription, ensuring these medications are affordable—and covered by insurance—is proving to be a challenge. The … Read more