«Do you love your phone more than me?» A clinical psychologist’s daughter once asked her mother that question. Stories of children feeling overlooked while their parents use their phones are not uncommon. Researchers in the U.S. examined whether parents’ frequent smartphone use is associated with adolescents’ emotional well-being. Their findings…
Kazakhstan has announced the initial results of its digital «single window» system for the pharmaceutical market. Medicines for diabetes, obesity and cancer are currently undergoing accelerated review, according to the Ministry of Health. As of early August, 63 agreements had been signed under the accelerated review process, while 20 applications…
Killing yourself in the gym just because you had pizza or missed a day is a bad idea — it’s counterproductive and can actually push your goals further out of reach, according to fitness trainer Lera Logunova. In a post on her Telegram channel, Logunova urged people trying to lose…
Sweets are not the only factor behind tooth decay. According to Kazakh dentist Aralbek Tasbulatov, the bacteria that cause cavities can be transmitted through saliva, including through kissing. What causes cavities? Q: What causes cavities, and are there any lesser-known risk factors? Tasbulatov: There are several causes of tooth decay.…
Kazakhstan has made measurable progress in its fight against cancer, with mortality declining and five-year survival rates improving. The country now leads Central Asia on both indicators, according to the Ministry of Health. The ministry reported that the share of cancers detected at an early stage has increased by 6.1…
Many people believe exercising on an empty stomach is the fastest way to lose weight. But skipping a pre-workout meal may not help you burn more fat — and it could leave you with less energy and increase the risk of muscle loss. That’s according to Lera Logunova, a fitness…
After discovering elevated ferritin levels in their test results, patients may assume they have too much iron and begin changing their diets on their own. However, ferritin is more complex than that. Pediatric oncologist and hematologist Aigerim Berikkyzy explained on her Threads account what elevated ferritin levels can actually indicate.…
Kazakhstan ranked first in Central Asia for newborn care in 2025. According to a joint report by experts from the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the United Nations and the World Bank, the country’s neonatal mortality rate was 3.04 deaths per 1,000 live births that year. «This is the best indicator…
A new study suggests that children who ate little to no sugar in their first two years of life — including while still in the womb — had a much lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease decades later. Researchers took advantage of a real-world experiment: wartime sugar rationing in Britain. From…
The widely recommended target of 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week — about 22 minutes a day — was associated with an 8% to 9% lower risk of cardiovascular events, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. The researchers found that people…
For the first time in more than 60 years, scientists have discovered a new class of antibiotics with the help of artificial intelligence, Euronews reported. Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest global health threats. It makes common infections increasingly difficult to treat, and the effectiveness of existing medications is…
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Healthcare and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) are set to launch a study in several regions of Kazakhstan to examine the impact of extreme heat on pregnant women and newborns. The announcement was made during a meeting between Healthcare Minister Akmaral Alnazarova and representatives of the…
Living in areas with persistent road traffic noise could increase the likelihood of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a new study by Danish researchers. The study, which tracked more than 3 million people aged 40 and older over an 18-year period, was published in «JAMA Neurology.» Parkinson’s disease is the…
Spanish researchers have found that ultra-processed foods may be a direct risk factor for asthma in children. Using the NOVA food classification system, the study’s authors found that the greater the share of ultra-processed foods in a child’s diet, the higher the likelihood of developing asthma. According to a study…
Kazakhstan is shifting its approach to mental health care, placing greater emphasis on prevention and the early diagnosis of serious mental disorders. Health Minister Akmaral Alnazarova outlined the initiative during a cabinet meeting. She said the measures are part of a comprehensive mental health plan covering the next four years.…
More than 172,000 Kazakh citizens have officially registered their decision on posthumous organ donation through the government’s online services portal eGov. Of those, about 156,100 registered a refusal, while around 16,100 gave consent, according to the Ministry of Healthcare. According to the ministry, 150 organ transplants were performed in Kazakhstan…
Millions of people recently cheered for their favorite teams during the FIFA World Cup, whether in stadiums or in front of their televisions. A new study by Japanese researchers suggests that these shared experiences may do more than bring people together — they may also trigger measurable physiological changes. Watching…
Fruits, vegetables, fish and other healthy foods are becoming increasingly unaffordable for millions of people around the world. According to the UN, nearly one in three people worldwide can no longer afford a nutritious, healthy diet. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) estimates that 2.69 billion…
For more than two months, Kazakhstani doctors fought to save the life of newborn Aslan Aliyev. Born in Thailand, he was flown to Almaty on a charter flight in critical condition. Over the following weeks, pediatric surgeons treated his intestinal obstruction, while neonatologists helped him learn to breathe and feed…
According to new global guidelines on the prevention, early detection and management of dementia published by the World Health Organization (WHO), up to 45% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by addressing risk factors early. WHO estimates that more than 57 million people worldwide are currently living with…
Every minute of hesitation during a stroke costs a person up to 1 million brain cells. Yerkin Duissenbayev, head of the Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology at Kazakhstan’s National Center for Neurosurgery, explained why it is critical to call an ambulance immediately at the first signs of facial asymmetry or…
A series of minimally invasive procedures was performed on patients with severe mitral regurgitation using the transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) approach during an international hands-on workshop at the Almaty Research Institute of Cardiology and Internal Diseases. The procedures were performed on beating hearts without opening the chest or using a…
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Healthcare has proposed new rules for purchasing medical equipment using budget funds and the Compulsory Medical Insurance System (CMIS). The key change would allow hospitals to purchase equipment directly from manufacturers through financial leasing. The draft regulation has been published on the Legalacts.egov.kz portal. According to the…
Playing video games provides small but measurable cognitive benefits, according to.research findings published in the journal Acta Psychologica. Scientists analyzed data from more than 130 studies involving about 14,000 participants to examine how video games affect cognitive abilities. The researchers conducted three meta-analyses that included correlational studies, comparisons between gamers…
