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An unusual craving to chew ice, eat paper, or even consume non-food items may seem harmless, but medical experts say it can sometimes signal an underlying iron deficiency. This condition, known as

The Fijian conjoined twins, Jesibel and Desisia, have arrived in Riyadh with their family to undergo medical evaluation under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program, following directives from the Custodian of the Two

Scientists have identified the fourth known contagious cancer in the world—and the first ever documented in freshwater fish—after discovering that living cancer cells can spread directly between brown bullhead catfish. The findings,

Nicotine spent decades being associated with cigarettes, addiction and serious health risks. Now, in some corners of the wellness world, it is being given a very different identity. Scroll through biohacking and

Smartphones have become deeply embedded in everyday life. They remember phone numbers, appointments and tasks, store thousands of photos, provide instant access to information and guide people virtually anywhere. But as people

Science Corporation, a neurotechnology company developing brain-computer interface technologies, has received European regulatory approval for PRIMA, an electronic implant designed to help restore functional vision in patients affected by age-related macular degeneration.

Saudi consultant in urology, oncology and robotic surgery Dr. Mohammed Al-Khamis has said the true significance of the Kingdom’s first remote robotic surgery between two Saudi cities goes beyond the technology itself.

Coffee may do far more than provide a morning energy boost. A growing body of scientific research suggests that regular coffee consumption may be associated with several potential health benefits, ranging from

An experimental vaccine targeting one of the most common genetic drivers of pancreatic cancer has produced promising results in an early human trial, generating an immune response in 90% of high-risk participants.

Saudi Arabia has achieved a new medical and technological milestone with the successful completion of the Kingdom’s first remote robotic surgery, or telesurgery, in which a medical team in Riyadh operated on

The Kingdom’s pharmaceutical industry is undergoing rapid transformation under Vision 2030, with the market projected to exceed $15 billion Saudi Arabia’s pharmaceutical sector is undergoing a major strategic transformation as the Kingdom

Varicose veins may initially appear to be a cosmetic concern, presenting as enlarged, twisted blue or purple veins beneath the skin. Over time, however, they can be accompanied by symptoms including pain,

Many people tackle financial, health, or relationship problems one at a time, only to find themselves facing the same challenges repeatedly. According to Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Kavita Sun, the reason is that

Heart specialists say that maintaining healthy cholesterol levels starts with a balanced lifestyle, and certain foods can play an important role in reducing LDL (“bad”) cholesterol when combined with regular exercise and

Saudi Arabia is accelerating its efforts to localize pharmaceutical manufacturing by preparing to introduce 11 locally produced vaccines into the domestic market, a major step toward strengthening drug security and reducing reliance

Illness is one of life’s greatest tests, reminding us of our dependence on Allah and the importance of turning to Him with sincerity. In Islam, making Dua for healing (Shifa) is among

The World Health Organization has warned that annual new cancer cases could rise to approximately 35 million by 2050, up from 20.6 million in 2024, unless countries strengthen prevention, early detection, and

Saudi Arabia’s Autism Virtual Clinic has earned international recognition after being honored at the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) 2026 in Geneva, where it was selected among the finalists in

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Jeddah has developed a first-of-its-kind medical protocol that significantly improves stem cell collection through an advanced predictive algorithm, marking a major breakthrough in transplantation

A new study has raised concerns about the side effects of a commonly used sleep medication, showing that while it may improve sleep quality, its effects can extend into the following day