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HPV vaccine led to 90% fall in cases among Scottish women, research shows
A vaccine against the sexually transmitted human papilloma virus (HPV) – which is thought to account for about 90% of cervical cancers – has led to a significant drop in the number of reported cases among Scottish women, researchers found. […]
Smoking-related deaths worldwide jumped 4.7% over 25-year period
More than 6.4 million deaths all over the world in 2015 were smoking and tobacco-related, according to a new study. This figure shows a 4.7% increase in the number of tobacco-related deaths in over 25 years, from 1990 to 2015. […]
WHO: New MERS coronavirus outbreak in Saudi hospital affects 10 patients
Ten patients in a hemodialysis unit in a hospital in Saudi Arabia have been infected by the potentially fatal Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) coronavirus in a new outbreak, the World Health Organization said. Details of how the virus was […]
Zika-related birth defects hit 10% of babies of infected women, US CDC says
Visible birth defects caused by the Zika infection have been seen in at least 10% of babies of infected women in the US, and 15% of women infected during the first trimester of pregnancy end up with affected babies, the […]
Fiber optic lung probe could cut unnecessary use of antibiotics in ICUs
A lung probe that uses a fiber-optic tube could help cut the unnecessary use of antibiotics in intensive care units, UK researchers say. The probe, developed by scientists at the universities of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt and Bath, works by diagnosing bacterial […]
Spotting the signs of food poisoning and quick tips to treat it
Most people have suffered through food poisoning in their lives at one time or another. Here are some tips to spot the signs of food poisoning and what to do to treat it. The technical term used in most food […]
6 health benefits of embracing veganism and saying goodbye to meat, dairy
Veganism is receiving more and more attention lately as the world becomes more aware not just of the issues surrounding animal cruelty but also of the health and wellness benefits of the vegan diet and lifestyle. As a matter of […]
US, UK biotech firms, researchers team up against world’s deadliest superbugs
Eleven biotech firms and research teams from the US and UK are joining together to speed up the development of new antibiotics that will be powerful enough against the world’s deadliest superbugs. The new US-UK alliance known as Combating Antibiotic […]
WHO runs mental health campaign as depression rates rise 18% in 10 years
The World Health Organization (WHO) is running a mental health campaign to tackle stigma and misconceptions called “Depression: Let’s Talk” as depression rates rise by more than 18% since 2005. Depression is now the leading cause of ill health and […]
Want a refreshing snack? Here are 9 healthy reasons to munch on cucumbers
If you are looking for a quick and healthy snack to refresh you during warmer seasons, try munching on cucumbers or drinking cucumber juice. Cucumbers are often referred to as a superfood. They are the fourth most cultivated fruit in […]
