Despite its small size, the thyroid gland plays a vital role in the endocrine system. Disorders of the thyroid can lead to hormonal imbalances that affect nearly every organ system, including metabolism and mood.

The resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Indonesia and several other Asian countries is back in the spotlight. In the 22nd epidemiological week (May 25-31, 2025), the Indonesian Ministry of Health (MOH) reported 7 new cases with a positivity rate of 2.05%.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, specifically the brain and spinal cord.

Morning surge is a naturally occurring spike in blood pressure in the first few hours after waking up, influenced by the body's circadian rhythm.

Malaria is a blood-borne disease caused by Plasmodium spp. with Plasmodium falciparum (P. falciparum) being the deadliest species (World Health Organization [WHO], 2020).

The World Health Organization (WHO) states that around 60% of the factors that affect an individual's health and quality of life are directly related to lifestyle.

Down syndrome (trisomy 21) is a genetic disorder caused by an abnormal cell division of chromosome 21, meaning they have an extra copy of ch

The menstrual cycle is a series of changes in the body to prepare for pregnancy, the cycle lasts about 28 days with a normal range of 21-35

Prostate cancer arises in the prostate gland, a small, walnut-shaped organ situated below the bladder and in front of the rectum in men.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease that causes chronic inflammation, primarily of the joints, but can also affect other organs such as t

Lung cancer is a cancer that starts in the lungs - usually in the airways (bronchi or bronchioles) or small air sacs (alveoli).

One of the main ways to assess heart health is through an electrocardiogram (ECG), a test that records the electrical activity of the heart.

Stunting is a condition of stunted growth (body and brain growth) in children due to long-term malnutrition, causing children to be shorter

The ability of platelets to clump together to stop bleeding. Platelets are components of blood cells that play an important role in the clot

Human metapneumovirus, also known as HMPV, belongs to a family of viruses called pneumoviridae - the same group as respiratory syncytial vir

The process of growth can be likened to the assessment of a child's health, as reflected in a health report card.

Thalassemia is a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders that result from decreased synthesis of hemoglobin (Hb) alpha or beta chains.

A pinched nerve occurs when excessive pressure is applied to a nerve by surrounding tissues, including bones, muscles, or tendons.

Uric acid is a compound produced when the body breaks down purines, which are natural substances found in certain foods like red meat, organ

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