Disease mongering refers to the practice of turning ordinary ailments into serious medical problems and treating personal issues as diseases. The power of specific illness categories is constantly evolving with changes in medicine and advancements in managing diseases. These global changes have also increased the risk of infectious disease outbreaks. Debates on the concept of disease are ongoing, with various perspectives being explored. Journals such as the Journal of Translational Medicine and the American Journal of Medicine publish original clinical research in the field of medicine. The Tinsley Harrison Award is presented for the best article published in the American Journal of the Medical Sciences. The International Journal of Infectious Diseases publishes peer-reviewed research and clinical trials on various diseases. These journals play a crucial role in updating physicians and promoting medical advancements.