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Too much sitting is silently killing you by raising your risk of heart disease and cancer. Prolonged hours of staying glued to your chair have several health risks that can shorten your life span as well as diminish the quality of your life. People who sit for 8-10 hours daily,…

Famine, floods and disease are adding to strife in conflict-torn Sudan, NGOs are warning. The Darfur region has been hit hard, especially in camps for displaced people.

Maintaining liver health is crucial for overall well-being, as the liver plays a key role in detoxifying the body, synthesizing proteins, and producing biochemicals necessary for digestion. Lifestyle changes and dietary adjustments are essential for supporting liver function and preventing liver disease.

Uttarakhand, once known for its moderate temperatures, recently experienced a dramatic rise in dengue cases, with over 3,000 cases reported in 2023. This surge is attributed to climatic changes, and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in its 6th assessment report, underscores a troubling trend. Climate change and related…

Diabetic eye disease encompasses a group of eye conditions that affect people with diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma. Diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss among people with diabetes and a leading cause of blindness among working-age adults. It occurs when high…

Liver function tests (LFTs) and regular monitoring are essential for managing hepatitis patients due to the critical role the liver plays in overall health and the potential for severe complications from hepatitis. LFTs are a series of blood tests that assess the liver's health by measuring levels of proteins, liver…

The study highlights the heightened risk for mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and self-harm, during the recovery years, especially within the first year after hospitalization for cardiovascular diseases.

Victoria’s chief health officer says a cooling tower in Laverton North is the probable source of illness

Nuts are considered a storehouse of essential nutrients and minerals. Soaking them can help unlock their full potential. Soaking nuts overnight in water can remove anti-nutrients, make them softer to chew, and improve their nutrient availability.