Health & Fitness
Zika result of ‘massive’ mosquito control failures
May 24, 2016
Zika result of ‘massive’ mosquito control failures
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Margaret Chan lashed out at family planning and mosquito control "failures" as root causes of…
Too much saturated fat in teen years could increase risk of breast cancer
May 21, 2016
Too much saturated fat in teen years could increase risk of breast cancer
A new US study has found that consuming large amounts of saturated fat or low amounts of mono- and polyunsaturated…
Researchers recommend physical activity as ‘magic bullet’ in fight against obesity and cardiovascular disease
May 20, 2016
Researchers recommend physical activity as ‘magic bullet’ in fight against obesity and cardiovascular disease
A team of US researchers have declared that physical activity is the most effective way of tackling the global epidemic…
You’re not getting enough sleep because you can’t stop doing this
May 17, 2016
You’re not getting enough sleep because you can’t stop doing this
Social pressures are forcing people to cut back on their sleep, contributing to a “global sleep crisis,” according to a…
‘My Right’ campaign launched to end violence against women
May 17, 2016
‘My Right’ campaign launched to end violence against women
The National Population Council has launched a new awareness campaign entitled, “My Right”, to end violence against women in collaboration…
Can online and smartphone therapies help treat depression and anxiety?
May 16, 2016
Can online and smartphone therapies help treat depression and anxiety?
Two new studies released this week have found success with alternative therapies for anxiety and depression with an online cognitive…
Five things to consider when choosing tennis shoes
May 15, 2016
Five things to consider when choosing tennis shoes
VentilationGood air flow keeps feet healthy. Sweat evaporation is improved, keeping feet feeling comfortable and minimizing rubbing. For maximum on-court…
Excess weight gain in pregnancy leads to excess weight gain in children: study
May 15, 2016
Excess weight gain in pregnancy leads to excess weight gain in children: study
A new large-scale study published on Friday study has shown that excess weight gain or high blood sugar levels during…
Natural brain patterns may predict how well you learn a second language
May 15, 2016
Natural brain patterns may predict how well you learn a second language
IF you struggled with languages at school then a new US study may provide you with an excuse, finding that…
Children who walk and move earlier benefit from stronger bones in later life
May 14, 2016
Children who walk and move earlier benefit from stronger bones in later life
A new UK study has found that children who start to walk, run, and jump earlier are more likely to…