Category: Health alert
Unhygienic laundries can lead to skin diseases
Laundries that do not adhere to public health standards could be a reason for the spread of skin diseases, particularly Tinea Versicolor, scabies and eczema, say dermatologists. Dr Anwar Al Hammadi, Professor at Dubai Medical College, said substandard laundry detergents […]
Whitening isn’t right
Skin lightening procedures don’t last forever and should be avoided, say medical experts. Indians, unfortunately, are still obsessed with fairer complexion. Taking its cue from this mentality, the make-your-skin-fairer industry of beauty creams and cosmetics do a roaring business in […]
Nail Polish could be bad for your health
Nail polish is a luxury that some women can’t live without. While some choose to glam it up in today’s world, it’s a kind of tribal decoration that undoubtedly once carried a lot more significance than we give it credit […]
Lack of sleep could cause cancer
One of the most important needs of the human body is sleep. When your sleep is of poor quality and lasts only a short duration, then risks of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, obesity and even cancer, increase. Sleep is essential […]
Vitamin E from Canola Oil linked to lung problems
The vitamin E content in canola and other oils may be to blame for the rising incidence of inflammation and asthma, researchers believe. The new study shows drastically different health effects of vitamin E depending on its form. The form […]
This summer don’t shower often
Watch out your bathing habits, suggest doctors as too many showers a day can rob your skin of its natural oils and leave it dry, cracked and irritated Do you need to shower and scrub yourself hard every day? Are […]
Untreated gum problems may lead to organ failure, cancer
Considering the acute gum inflammation, which leads to profuse bleeding, bad breath and loosening of the teeth, health experts have cautioned against several health problems, as severe as cancer, if left untreated. Do your parents nag you to brush your […]
Temporary tattoos trigger skin problems
Want a tattoo to impress your friends but worry about the pain of real ink? Do not fall for temporary tattoos as these may cause allergic reactions to skin. Allergic reactions to press-on temporary tattoos can involve rashes and blisters […]
4 glasses of wine can cause lasting damage to the body
Unwinding in the pub on a Friday night could be wrecking your health – just four glasses of wine is enough to cause lasting damage, scientist have found. A single alcohol binge causes bacteria to leak from the gut, leading […]
Taiwan FDA cautioned people not to eat unknown mushrooms
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday urged people not to collect or eat unknown species of mushrooms in the mountains, noting that people will face penalties should they illegally possess mushrooms that contain restricted ingredients. The FDA’s remarks came […]
