The recent time change in the U.S. and Canada from daylight saving time to standard time was a difficult transition for many. Critics of the time switch point to studies that have shown an increase…
The symptoms of long covid include fatigue, breathlessness, brain fog, and depression, among others. Now, a new study published in the Nature journal reveals that 1 in 20 people had not recovered from covid and…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The National Breast Cancer Foundation launched “The Mammogram Pledge”—because early detection is crucial for the successful treatment of breast cancer. The foundation stresses how important it is for all women over…
World Mental Health Day was observed on Monday, October 10. Leading up to this important day, Sermo physicians discussed mental health issues around the world, what more needs to be done to make mental health care…
For the millions of people who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and their families, the promising news of an experimental drug could bring much-needed hope. The new drug called lecanemab, slowed cognitive and functional decline by…
On Thursday, September 29, physicians from around the world honored and observed World Heart Day by sharing powerful pictures of their hands making a heart shape. They also discussed cardiovascular disease (CVD) and this year’s theme: “Use…
September 17 was World Marrow Donor Day (WMDD)—a global initiative designed to thank all blood stem cell donors worldwide, and to raise awareness around the importance of registering as a stem cell donor and the…
Health experts are becoming increasingly concerned by the rise of polypharmacy—the use of two or more drugs together, usually to treat a single condition—among adolescents. A.D.H.D. medication prescriptions have steadily increased over the last 20…
A new confidential review revealed that the transplanting of kidneys, livers, hearts and other vital organs to patients currently depends on out-of-date technology. And 86% of Sermo physicians agree that the archaic aspects of the…
By The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its Preexposure Prophylaxis for the Prevention of HIV Infection in the United States—A Clinical Practice Guideline. The…
Many people face barriers that affect their access to health care, particularly individuals seeking HIV prevention and care services. These barriers include discrimination, inadequate housing or employment, or a lack of health insurance. For transgender…
In a recent poll of 430+ global Sermo physicians, 83% responded that their country or region is experiencing a heat wave or has recently experienced a heat wave. And 90% said they see negative health impacts…