The Medical Consequences of Starvation

The “worst-case scenario of famine” is unfolding in Gaza, the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) warned in a July 29 alertadding that “access to food and other essential items and services has plummeted to unprecedented levels.” Widespread starvation, malnutrition, and disease are driving a rise in hunger-related deaths, the IPC, a United Nations-affiliated organization, … Read more

Chelsea face consequences of risky transfer policy as crisis of form sinks to a new low

For 20 minutes or so after that strike, Chelsea looked a force. Neto, in particular, was excellent, his pace and movement troubling the cumbersome Tyrone Mings and Ezri Konsa. For the opener, he interpreted his new role to terrific effect, curving his run from a central position to stay onside and then collecting on the … Read more

What the evidence says about the consequences of cosmetic tweakments

Microneedling may trigger a wound-healing response that encourages collagen formation Rick Eglinton/Toronto Star via Getty Images This article is part of a special issue investigating key questions about skincare. Find the full series here. Our skin inevitably loses some of its elasticity as we age. In the past, the main weapon against the wrinkles and sags … Read more