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Exercise to live longer
Researchers have found that vigorous exercise that make you red and sweaty prolongs life. The study by Australian researchers is based on more than 200,000 adults over age 45, and is published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Internal […]
Obesity cuts risk of dementia
In a study that has surprised researchers, it has been found that overweight people are less likely to get dementia. The analysis of nearly two million British people, in the Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, showed underweight people had the highest risk. […]
Simple ways to boost your metabolism
When it comes to speeding up your metabolism, simple tricks can do wonders. 1. Laugh out loud Here’s a reason to smile: Laughter is exercise for our facial muscles, ribcage, abs and diaphragm, and giving all these parts a workout […]
Some confusing habits clarified for you
Here are some common confusing health habits exposed. Should you feed a cold and starve a fever? In both cases, the patient must continue to eat and drink, then drink some more. Make sure you have plenty of water to […]
US cuts poultry export forecast as deadly bird flu spreads
The U.S. government on Thursday reduced its forecasts for poultry exports by nearly 6 percent from last month due partly to an accelerating outbreak of bird flu that has triggered wider-than-expected trade restrictions. The steep cuts came as the U.S. […]
The artificial heart that could change the way we treat heart patients
A man who in August last year became the second person in France to receive a much-hyped new-generation artificial heart said in his first interview that he had “recovered”, to the point of going on bike rides. The 69-year-old man, […]
California bill banning child vaccine exemptions moves ahead
California lawmakers on Wednesday pushed forward a bill that would ban parents from citing their personal beliefs as a reason to let their school-going children remain unvaccinated. The measure passed the state Senate health committee by a vote of 6-2, […]
With lifestyle diseases exploding in India, Zoctr raises seed funding to provide home healthcare
Lifestyle diseases are exploding in India. The World Health Organization says the country will incur an accumulated loss of US$236 billion this year on account of unhealthy lifestyles and faulty diets, which lead to chronic ailments like heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, […]
Virginia University of Oriental Medicine’s new approach to health
As healthcare cost becomes ever increasingly high, alternative medicine focuses on maintenance of health through long-term care and lower cost to maintain such health. As a result, homeopathy or alternative medicine is increasing in popularity within the US, due to […]
India seeks to improve mental health check-ups for pilots
The deliberate crash of Germanwings Flight 9525 which killed 150 passengers and crew on board has prompted the Indian government to review its system for assessing pilots’ mental health. Last week, Indian authorities also received another wake-up call that highlights […]
