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Heatwave: why the body becomes exhausted when nights stay hotSweating, humidity, the heart and kidneys: understanding the body’s limits in prolonged heat and MeteoLux’s new alert system.
Why the cold can make you need to urinate more oftenVasoconstriction, the kidneys, vasopressin: cold-induced diuresis has several mechanisms. It should not obscure other causes of frequent urination.
Lanmaoa asiatica: what studies have established about hallucinationsPatients treated for poisoning were studied in Yunnan, and genetic analysis of the mushroom offers new leads. The responsible molecule and its mechanism remain to be clarified.
Menopause: in Luxembourg, care tailored to each womanSymptoms, treatment choices and the care pathway at the CHL: guidance on discussing menopause with a professional, without downplaying its effects or imposing a one-size-fits-all response.
Amyloidosis: why some joint symptoms can guide investigationsCarpal tunnel syndrome in both hands may be among the clues doctors consider. It is important to distinguish this association from the screening offered in France and from confirmation of a diagnosis.
Statins and muscle pain: what a study explains about calciumResearch published in 2025 shows how atorvastatin can activate a muscle protein. This laboratory finding does not amount to a new treatment being available.
Sleeping with your dog: feeling comfortable doesn’t tell the whole story about sleepA dog in the bedroom and a dog in the bed are not the same thing. Two studies shed light on the difference, without establishing a universal benefit or imposing a rule on all owners.
Pain: what six million responses reveal about age and sexPain often increases fastest before the age of 55, without necessarily peaking then. A global study distinguishes patterns by body area and sex.
Autumn squash: how to choose it, store it and vary your recipesPumpkin, red kuri squash or butternut: a few pointers on buying the right amount, moving beyond soup and keeping decorative squash off the menu.
Carpal tunnel: promising saline injection, but not a way to avoid surgeryA randomised trial involving 39 people and 63 wrists suggests that median nerve hydrodissection may be beneficial over six months. The study’s limitations remain significant.
Breast cancer: signs to watch for beyond a lumpA change to the skin, nipple or shape of a breast may warrant a medical examination. In Luxembourg, this should be distinguished from organised screening from the age of 45.