WHO Director-General: invest in health to end plague in Madagascar
The Director-General of WHO has outlined his vision for a Madagascar free of plague epidemics during a three-day visit to the island nation that started on 7 January 2018. "Madagascar can make plague epidemics a thing of the past through strategic investments in its health system – including better access to healthcare, improving preparedness, surveillance and response capabilities, and implementing the International Health Regulations," said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
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One egg per day could reduce stunted growth
Feeding one egg per day to children aged 6 to 9 months for 6 months could almost halve the prevalence of stunted growth, a new study finds. Stunted growth is defined as impaired growth and development caused by poor nutrition in early life, particularly in the first 1,000 days. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Children are …
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Boosting cancer-killing cells through oxygen starvation
New research has suggested that an immunotherapy type that cultures patients’ killer T cells in a laboratory before fine-tuning their cancer-destructive powers and returning them could be made more effective by growing the killer T cells in a low-oxygen culture. Writing in the journal Cell Reports, researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel suggest that …
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Pre-pregnancy heart abnormalities may predict recurrent preeclampsia risk
Study Highlights: Women who had pregnancy-related high blood pressure (preeclampsia) multiple times had recognizable heart abnormalities between pregnancies that could help predict their risk for heart and blood vessel disease during subsequent pregnancies and even later in life. Healthcare providers should inform women who have had preeclampsia of their increased risk and monitor them for heart and blood vessel disease.
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Acromegaly: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
Acromegaly is a rare condition that results from excessive growth hormone in the body. It is usually due to a pituitary gland tumor, known as a pituitary adenoma. Growth hormone (GH) is normally produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. Excessive amounts can result if a tumor develops in the gland. Acromegaly affects muscle strength, bone …
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Scientists discover enzyme that supports brain tumor growth
Researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston have discovered that an enzyme helps brain tumors to grow. This finding offers the potential for new tumor treatment approaches. All cancer tumors need to “feed” in order to grow and spread. Much like healthy cells, cancer cells are unable to live without the presence …
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Health bite- When you suffer form #Heart #Burn-
Mix one to two teaspoons of organic raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar in a cup of warm water.
Drink it 20 to 30 minutes before eating a meal.
Do this on a regular basis, at least for a few months.
Do not eat heavy meals, especially right before bedtime.
Elevate the head of your bed by four to six inches to inhibit reflux while you are sleeping. Also, sleep on your left side. Studies indicate that sleeping on the right side may aggravate acid reflux problems.
Take 1tsp full of cumin seeds, chew well, and slowly swallow the juice coming from that, keep munching cumin for sometime, this will give quick relief from heartburn.
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How to Do Steam Inhalation? When suffering from Fever/ Cold/ Headache..
Get this:
Water- 1 big bowl
Any anti-inflammatory essential oil (optional)- few drops (read on the later remedies to know what essential oils to use for sinus congestion relief)
Towel
Do this:
Bring the water to a boil.
Now take this into a bowl and add essential oil drops if using.
Lean forward over the bowl and cover your head and bowl in such a way that the stem may not escape. However, maintain a distance at least of 30 cm otherwise you may burn your face.
Breath through your nose feeling the steam going inside it.
Do this for 1-2 minutes or till the time (few seconds) you can tolerate .
Remove the towel and sit comfortably till you feel calm and cooler.
Repeat the process again.
At any point where the steam makes you uncomfortable or you feel a sensation of burning, you should remove the towel and let your face become cooler.
Take special care when inhaling steam to avoid burns, especially in case of children, senior persons and pregnant women.
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Five ways to quit smoking
Deciding that you are now ready to quit smoking is only half the battle. Knowing where to start on your path to becoming smoke-free can help you to take the leap. We have put together some effective ways for you to stop smoking today. Tobacco use and exposure to second-hand smoke are responsible for more than 480,000 …
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Everything you need to know about nicotine
Nicotine is a chemical that contains nitrogen, which is made by several types of plants, including the tobacco plant. It is also produced synthetically. Nicotiana tabacum, the type of nicotine found in tobacco plants, comes from the nightshade family. Red peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes are examples of the nightshade family. While not cancer-causing or …
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Dexamethasone important information
What is dexamethasone? Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, or breathing disorders. Dexamethasone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Important information You should not use dexamethasone …
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Types of arthritis?
Types There are around 200 types of arthritis, or musculoskeletal conditions. These are split into seven main groups: Inflammatory arthritis Degenerative or mechanical arthritis Soft tissue musculoskeletal pain Back pain Connective tissue disease Infectious arthritis Metabolic arthritis. Inflammatory arthritis Inflammation is a normal part of the body’s healing process. The inflammation tends to occur as a defense …
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UN Environment and WHO agree to major collaboration on environmental health risks
UN Environment and WHO have agreed a new, wide-ranging collaboration to accelerate action to curb environmental health risks that cause an estimated 12.6 million deaths a year. Today in Nairobi, Mr Erik Solheim, head of UN Environment, and Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of WHO, signed an agreement to step up joint actions to combat air pollution, climate change and antimicrobial resistance, as well as improve coordination on waste and chemicals management, water quality, and food and nutrition issues. The collaboration also includes joint management of the BreatheLife advocacy campaign to reduce air pollution for multiple climate, environment and health benefits.
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Scientists discover enzyme that supports brain tumor growth
Researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston have discovered that an enzyme helps brain tumors to grow. This finding offers the potential for new tumor treatment approaches. All cancer tumors need to “feed” in order to grow and spread. Much like healthy cells, cancer cells are unable to live without the presence …
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Recent asthma may be linked with abdominal aneurysm rupture
Study Highlights: Recent active asthma may increase the risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm and rupture in adult patients. Abdominal aortic aneurysm is a dangerous weakening of the main blood vessel in the body and may lead to rupture and sudden death. Asthmatic adults were significantly more likely than non-asthmatics to develop abdominal aortic aneurysm.
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Special issue highlights new heart disease research on women, call for more
Study Highlights: A women's themed issue of Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes focuses on women and heart disease. Some new research shows women have greater risks for complications after artery-opening procedures; often receive suboptimal care when being discharged for coronary artery disease; and women may be less likely to return to work by one year after suffering a heart attack.
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Boosting cancer-killing cells through oxygen starvation
New research has suggested that an immunotherapy type that cultures patients’ killer T cells in a laboratory before fine-tuning their cancer-destructive powers and returning them could be made more effective by growing the killer T cells in a low-oxygen culture. Writing in the journal Cell Reports, researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel suggest that …
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One egg per day could reduce stunted growth
Feeding one egg per day to children aged 6 to 9 months for 6 months could almost halve the prevalence of stunted growth, a new study finds. Stunted growth is defined as impaired growth and development caused by poor nutrition in early life, particularly in the first 1,000 days. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Children are …
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What does scabies look like?
Scabies is one of several skin conditions that can cause itching and rashes. It is a dermatologic condition caused by sarcoptes scabiei, an eight-legged microscopic mite. Scabies is contagious and can spread very easily from person to person through close physical contact. This makes an outbreak likely in settings such as the family home, child care …
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Ways to reduce #Snoring at night-
Change Your Sleep Position. ...
Lose Weight. ...
Avoid Alcohol. ...
Practice Good Sleep Hygiene. ...
Open Nasal Passages. ...
Change Your Pillows. ...
Stay Well Hydrated.
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Health Benefits of #Custard #Apple
Custard apple is a storehouse of Vitamin C, which is an anti-oxidant and helps in neutralizing free radicals.
Vitamin A present in the fruit is good for hair, eyes and healthy skin.
Custard apple contains magnesium, which plays vital role in relaxing muscles and protecting heart against diseases.
Potassium and Vitamin B6 are also present in custard apple.
Copper is yet another useful ingredient of custard apple.
It is a rich source of dietary fiber, which helps in digestion.
As it contains low fat levels, it is good for maintaining optimum health.
The paste of the flesh of the fruit can be used for local application on ulcers, abscesses and boils.
The fruit, in its unripe form, can be dried, crushed and used for treating diarrhea and dysentery.
Custard apple serves as an expectorant, stimulant, coolant and haematinic and is even useful in treating anemia.
The seeds of the fruit have insecticidal and abortifacient properties.
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Ibuprofen important information
What is ibuprofen? Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Ibuprofen is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury. Ibuprofen is used in adults and children …
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What Chemicals Are In Cigarette Smoke?
Experts say that cigarette smoke contains over 4,000 different compounds. A significant number of them are toxic (poisonous) and can damage our cells and many of them are carcinogenic (cause cancer). If you’ve ever wondered exactly what you might be breathing in when you inhale cigarette smoke, this list is a real eye opener. We’ve listed information …
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Domperidone important information
How does this medication work? What will it do for me? Domperidone belongs to the group of medications called dopamine antagonists. It is used to treat slowed movement in the gastrointestinal tract associated with diabetes and gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining). For these people, domperidone improves symptoms of nausea, vomiting, bloating, and feeling of fullness. Domperidone is …
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What you need to know about cartilage damage
Cartilage is a connective tissue found in many parts of the body. Although it is a tough and flexible material, it is relatively easy to damage. This fine, rubbery tissue acts as a cushion between the bones of joints. People with cartilage damage commonly experience joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation (swelling). In this article, we will describe …
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