On November 9 an individual in the city of Nelson, New Zealand, was diagnosed with measles, the 18th case identified in an outbreak affecting different parts of the country, including Auckland, Wellington, Manawatū and Taranaki. Thousands of…
Category: 6. Health
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One orange a day may reduce cancer and heart disease
A new medical review has found that eating an orange daily may significantly reduce the risk of mouth, throat and stomach cancers.
The study, conducted in Australia, highlights the powerful nutrients packed inside…
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Zero sugar, big damage? The bone health impact of diet soda
People often substitute fizzy drinks like cola for healthier drinks like Milk and fresh fruit juices. Thus, they get a lesser amount of minerals, proteins, and vitamins that would have been present if they had opted for healthier drinks. In a…
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What employers can do to make workplaces safer, more productive for those with diabetes
Make sure to prioritise mental health — stress, shift work, and burnout affect blood glucose control. Ask about flexible scheduling, if needed |Image used for representational purpose only
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CRISPR brings back ancient gene that prevents gout and fatty liver
Gout is one of the oldest documented human illnesses. It develops when sharp crystals form inside joints, triggering intense swelling and pain, and is considered a type of arthritis. Researchers at Georgia State University believe they may have…
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Johns Hopkins study links mild pancreatic duct dilatation to higher cancer risk
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma is projected to become the second-leading cause of cancer death in the United States by 2030, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The International Cancer of the Pancreas Screening…
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A Right to Health Analysis – HHR Journal
Studies across low- and middle-income countries, including Tanzania, have found that high maternal mortality is attributed on the supply side to the poor funding of health systems, understaffing, and the absence of essential infrastructure for…
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Scientists reverse kidney damage in mice, hope for humans next
Serious injury to short-term kidney function, known as acute kidney injury (AKI), can be life-threatening and also raise the likelihood of developing permanent chronic kidney disease. AKI can occur after major stressors such as sepsis or heart…
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WHO releases first global guidelines for managing diabetes during pregnancy
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its first global guidelines for the management of diabetes during pregnancy, a condition affecting about one in six pregnancies – or 21 million women annually. The new…
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