<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema" xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" version="2.0"><channel><title>12Punto - Health</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health</link><description>12Punto News and Content Platform</description><language>tr</language><category>News</category><lastBuildDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:16:36 +0300</lastBuildDate><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:16:36 +0300</pubDate><copyright>12Punto News and Content Platform</copyright><ttl>60</ttl><image><title>12Punto</title><url>https://i.12punto.com.tr/content/img/footer/logo.png</url><width>144</width><height>60</height><link>https://12punto.com.tr</link><description>12Punto Haber ve İçerik Platformu</description></image><item><title>Heart attack alarm among young people: Cases have increased by 66 percent in the last 4 years</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/heart-attack-alarm-among-young-people-cases-have-increased-by-66-percent-in-the-last-4-years-145189</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/21/145189/kapak_genclerde-kalp-krizi-alarmi-son-4-yilda-vakalar-yuzde-66-artti-498787.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/heart-attack-alarm-among-young-people-cases-have-increased-by-66-percent-in-the-last-4-years-145189</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:27:32 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[According to experts, unhealthy diet, inactivity, and obesity are increasing the risk of heart attack in young adults; monitoring early symptoms is crucial.]]></description></item><item><title>A guide to eating in hot weather: Don't just drink water, add it to your plate</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/a-guide-to-eating-in-hot-weather-don-t-just-drink-water-add-it-to-your-plate-145069</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/20/145069/kapak_sicak-havalarda-beslenme-rehberi-suyu-sadece-icmeyin-tabaginiza-da-ekleyin-590091.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/a-guide-to-eating-in-hot-weather-don-t-just-drink-water-add-it-to-your-plate-145069</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:01:24 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[According to experts, the need for protein does not increase on hot days; the main priority is foods with high water content and adequate fluid intake.]]></description></item><item><title>The e-Report era for medical leave certificates! Now available via e-Devlet</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/the-e-report-era-for-medical-leave-certificates-now-available-via-e-devlet-145029</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/20/145029/kapak_istirahat-raporlarinda-e-rapor-donemi-artik-e-devletten-alinabilecek-068626.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/the-e-report-era-for-medical-leave-certificates-now-available-via-e-devlet-145029</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:34:27 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the Ministry of Health's e-Report system, medical leave certificates have begun to be issued electronically, with certain exceptions.]]></description></item><item><title>How should you eat in hot weather? Experts warn about water, protein, and caffeine</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/how-should-you-eat-in-hot-weather-experts-warn-about-water-protein-and-caffeine-144977</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/19/144977/kapak_sicak-havalarda-beslenme-nasil-olmali-uzmanlardan-su-protein-ve-kafein-uyarisi-091908.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/how-should-you-eat-in-hot-weather-experts-warn-about-water-protein-and-caffeine-144977</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[According to experts, the goal during hot weather is not to consume more protein, but to prevent fluid loss, focus on foods with high water content, and not overdo caffeine.]]></description></item><item><title>Human placenta trade investigation in Pakistan: 500 kilograms of material seized</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/human-placenta-trade-investigation-in-pakistan-500-kilograms-of-material-seized-144616</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/15/144616/kapak_pakistanda-insan-plasentasi-ticareti-sorusturmasi-500-kilo-madde-ele-gecirildi-086893.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/human-placenta-trade-investigation-in-pakistan-500-kilograms-of-material-seized-144616</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:47:55 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The FIA has expanded its investigation into allegations that placentas collected from hospitals were being processed to be turned into anti-aging injections.]]></description></item><item><title>Circumcision in children: Health risks, proper timing, and the origins of religious tradition</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/circumcision-in-children-health-risks-proper-timing-and-the-origins-of-religious-tradition-144491</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/14/144491/kapak_cocuklarda-sunnet-saglik-riskleri-dogru-zamanlama-ve-dini-gelenegin-kokenleri-299597.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/circumcision-in-children-health-risks-proper-timing-and-the-origins-of-religious-tradition-144491</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:26 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Circumcision is as much a cultural and religious tradition as it is a medical procedure. Expert examination, proper timing, and awareness of risks are critical.]]></description></item><item><title>Does cracking your knuckles lead to arthritis? The result pointed to by a 60-year experiment</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/editors-picks/does-cracking-your-knuckles-lead-to-arthritis-the-result-pointed-to-by-a-60-year-experiment-144484</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/14/144484/kapak_parmak-citlatmak-kireclenmeye-yol-acar-mi-60-yillik-deneyin-isaret-ettigi-sonuc-792742.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/editors-picks/does-cracking-your-knuckles-lead-to-arthritis-the-result-pointed-to-by-a-60-year-experiment-144484</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:24:02 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The popping sound from joints is often explained by gas bubbles. Donald Unger's 60-year experiment weakens the claim regarding arthritis.]]></description></item><item><title>Is kefir really beneficial? Experts warn of regular but moderate consumption</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/is-kefir-really-beneficial-experts-warn-of-regular-but-moderate-consumption-144470</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/14/144470/kapak_kefir-gercekten-faydali-mi-uzmanlar-duzenli-ama-olculu-tuketim-uyarisi-yapiyor-804973.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/is-kefir-really-beneficial-experts-warn-of-regular-but-moderate-consumption-144470</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:56:38 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kefir, which is growing in popularity, can be beneficial for gut health and nutrition; however, according to experts, it is not a miracle solution.]]></description></item><item><title>What should you look for when buying sunglasses?</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/what-should-you-look-for-when-buying-sunglasses-144448</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/14/144448/kapak_gunes-gozlugu-alirken-nelere-dikkat-edilmeli-478423.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/what-should-you-look-for-when-buying-sunglasses-144448</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:37:21 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During the summer months, sunlight hitting at a direct angle can cause permanent damage to the eyes, just as it does to the skin. The Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD) states that choosing sunglasses is a health-protective measure rather than a fashion choice, and has shared a vital guide for selecting the right eyewear.]]></description></item><item><title>Suspected poisoning at luxury hotel: Numerous tourists hospitalized</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/suspected-poisoning-at-luxury-hotel-numerous-tourists-hospitalized-144294</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/12/144294/kapak_luks-otelde-zehirlenme-suphesi-cok-sayida-turist-hastaneye-kaldirildi-504395.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/suspected-poisoning-at-luxury-hotel-numerous-tourists-hospitalized-144294</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:57:00 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dozens of tourists staying at a five-star hotel in the Kuşadası district of Aydın were rushed to the hospital after suddenly developing gastrointestinal symptoms. An investigation into a possible food poisoning incident is currently underway.]]></description></item><item><title>Nutrition guide for chronic constipation: Kiwi, prunes, and rye bread stand out</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/nutrition-guide-for-chronic-constipation-kiwi-prunes-and-rye-bread-stand-out-144274</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/12/144274/kapak_kronik-kabizlik-icin-beslenme-rehberi-kivi-kuru-erik-ve-cavdar-ekmegi-one-cikiyor-369121.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/nutrition-guide-for-chronic-constipation-kiwi-prunes-and-rye-bread-stand-out-144274</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:31:47 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A new nutrition guide reported by BBC Türkçe points to kiwi, prunes, rye bread, and certain supplements for chronic constipation.]]></description></item><item><title>Transmitted by rats, leads to fatal consequences! Death toll from Lassa fever rises to 221</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/transmitted-by-rats-leads-to-fatal-consequences-death-toll-from-lassa-fever-rises-to-221-144236</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/12/144236/kapak_farelerden-bulasiyor-olumcul-sonuclar-doguruyor-lassa-atesinde-can-kaybi-221e-yukseldi-680252.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/transmitted-by-rats-leads-to-fatal-consequences-death-toll-from-lassa-fever-rises-to-221-144236</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:00:09 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In Nigeria, the number of people who have lost their lives this year due to Lassa fever, which can be transmitted from animals to humans, has risen to 221.]]></description></item><item><title>Why are 'brain-eating amoeba' cases increasing? Experts issue warning on warm water and nasal irrigation</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/why-are-brain-eating-amoeba-cases-increasing-experts-issue-warning-on-warm-water-and-nasal-irrigation-144212</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/11/144212/kapak_beyin-yiyen-amip-vakalari-neden-artiyor-uzmanlardan-sicak-sular-ve-burun-yikama-uyarisi-904148.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/why-are-brain-eating-amoeba-cases-increasing-experts-issue-warning-on-warm-water-and-nasal-irrigation-144212</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:15:38 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Experts state that Naegleria fowleri cases are becoming more visible due to warming waters and improved testing, and recommend simple precautions for protection.]]></description></item><item><title>Is dark chocolate really healthy? Benefits, risks, and consumption amounts</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/is-dark-chocolate-really-healthy-benefits-risks-and-consumption-amounts-144211</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/11/144211/kapak_bitter-cikolata-gercekten-saglikli-mi-faydalari-riskleri-ve-tuketim-miktari-764071.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/is-dark-chocolate-really-healthy-benefits-risks-and-consumption-amounts-144211</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:14:41 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Is dark chocolate, a staple for sweet cravings, really healthy? Experts explain the benefits of chocolates with high cocoa content and what to watch out for when consuming them.]]></description></item><item><title>Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment for knee osteoarthritis improve quality of life</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/early-diagnosis-and-appropriate-treatment-for-knee-osteoarthritis-improve-quality-of-life-144068</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/10/144068/kapak_diz-kireclenmesinde-erken-tani-ve-uygun-tedavi-yasam-kalitesini-artiriyor-488278.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/early-diagnosis-and-appropriate-treatment-for-knee-osteoarthritis-improve-quality-of-life-144068</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:17:07 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orthopedist Op. Dr. Onur Gök stated that patients should consult a physician without delay when experiencing knee pain and restricted movement.]]></description></item><item><title>Social connection and play support stand out for children undergoing cancer treatment during summer vacation</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/social-connection-and-play-support-stand-out-for-children-undergoing-cancer-treatment-during-summer-vacation-143919</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/9/143919/kapak_kanser-tedavisi-goren-cocuklar-icin-yaz-tatilinde-sosyal-bag-ve-oyun-destegi-one-cikiyor-803798.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/social-connection-and-play-support-stand-out-for-children-undergoing-cancer-treatment-during-summer-vacation-143919</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:27:40 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[KAÇUV experts emphasize that children undergoing cancer treatment should be supported with play, friendship, and hobbies alongside their treatment schedule during the summer months.]]></description></item><item><title>Social media aesthetics are changing expectations: Experts issue 'filter' warning</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/social-media-aesthetics-are-changing-expectations-experts-issue-filter-warning-143908</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/8/143908/kapak_sosyal-medya-estetigi-beklentileri-degistiriyor-uzmanlardan-filtre-uyarisi-039333.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/social-media-aesthetics-are-changing-expectations-experts-issue-filter-warning-143908</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:50:18 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Op. Dr. Çetin Duygu stated that filtered images do not reflect real anatomy and that aesthetic decisions should be made through physician evaluation.]]></description></item><item><title>Ministry's new draft revealed... Radical change in healthcare: A new era begins for patients</title><link>http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/ministry-s-new-draft-revealed-radical-change-in-healthcare-a-new-era-begins-for-patients-143814</link><enclosure url="https://i.12punto.com.tr/Archive/2026/7/8/143814/kapak_bakanligin-yeni-taslagi-ortaya-cikti-saglikta-koklu-degisiklik-hastalar-icin-yeni-donem-basliyor-043293.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpeg" /><guid isPermaLink="false">http://en.12punto.com.tr/health/ministry-s-new-draft-revealed-radical-change-in-healthcare-a-new-era-begins-for-patients-143814</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:17:56 +0300</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the new draft regulation prepared by the Ministry of Health, the rights of patients and healthcare workers are being brought under a single umbrella. 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