The Pentagon announced the start of mandatory testosterone level testing for military personnel over 30 to improve military readiness, despite experts' concerns about the scientific basis of the policy and potential health risks. (translated)
Patient personal and health data from the Estonian dental care information system was leaked, leading to the arrest of a suspect who had a previous connection to the system, and thanks to a prompt intervention, it was likely possible to prevent the wider dissemination of the data. (translated)
Mental health nurse Andra Õismaa notes that in Estonia, alcohol consumption is considered normal in everyday life, which is why the possible dangers and seriousness of addiction are often not recognized. (translated)
As a result of discussions about the illegal collection of data by the Estonian Health Data Centre (TEHIK) by the police and other officials without people's consent, a legislative amendment has been initiated to change the existing regulation and ensure better data protection practices. (translated)
Peabot, a consulting robot that follows new ethical and science-based principles, offers safe support for mental health concerns and directs the user towards human assistance when necessary, while avoiding emotional dependency and ensuring anonymity. (translated)
35-year-old adventure athlete Lauri Tammemäe, who was diagnosed with colon cancer, shares his unexpected experience, highlighting that the prevention and early detection of colon cancer are crucial, as the risk of the disease increases at an early age and every year over 1000 people are diagnosed with colon cancer in Estonia. (translated)
The use of a new open dialogue model in mental health treatment, which involves the patient's loved ones, can reduce the likelihood of admission to psychiatric hospitals and improve the patient's quality of life compared to traditional treatment methods, as demonstrated by a study conducted in the UK. (translated)
Raimond Kaljulaid discusses that Vladimir Putin may be preparing to expand the war against Ukraine, as Russia's situation is severely complicated and dialogue and peace do not seem likely, while domestic discontent and historical lessons could lead Putin's authoritarian regime into dangerous situations. (translated)
Genetic changes in animals living around Chernobyl, including wolves, due to radiation may affect their immune system and thereby relate to potential cancer cases, prompting scientists' interest in studying how this ecosystem affects survival and human health. (translated)
Australia has registered the first dolphin that died from bird flu, raising questions about the health risks to marine life and humans, although officials confirm that the current risk to human health is low. (translated)
Professor Rob Knight of the University of California criticizes that marketers sell probiotics and other microbial applications, partly based on false and insufficient science, while research lags several steps behind their promises. (translated)
The study showed that high coffee consumption is associated with a lower body fat percentage and higher muscle mass, especially in men, whose testosterone levels are linked to higher coffee intake. (translated)
A new Danish study shows that widely used cholesterol medications, statins, may reduce the risk of dementia, which could help prevent and delay many cases of dementia. (translated)
The Dutch Institute for Addiction and Mental Health, Trimbos, has issued a warning about life-threatening ecstasy tablets that feature the face of US President Donald Trump and contain the dangerous chemical PMMA. (translated)
Health expert Andres Võrk warned that cuts to health insurance costs may lead to an increase in waiting times, as the number of services decreases and demand grows with the aging population. (translated)
Strong-smelling detergents release hazardous pollutants into the indoor air during cleaning, the concentration of which can be comparable to that near a busy roadway, posing a risk to people's health. (translated)
Recently, malaria spread in Germany, which caused the death of two airport employees after a mosquito that carried the disease infiltrated the plane. (translated)
Marit Märk emphasizes that in the emergency medical department (EMO), victims of violence may not always express the true cause of their injuries, which can lead to dangerous situations going unnoticed and the need to improve the cooperation between healthcare and social services in assisting victims. (translated)
The Tallinn Administrative Court decided that minor children must be allowed access to their deceased father's dental treatment records, thus becoming the first court case to question the existing practices regarding the disclosure of deceased individuals' health data in Estonia. (translated)
A new technology that allows paralyzed individuals to communicate through a brain-computer interface using light brings promises for long-term use as well as several technical and ethical issues. (translated)
