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World Health Organisation Urges Global Action As Lead Poisoning Affects 1 In 3 Children
The World Health Organisation on Thursday told countries to do more to prevent lead exposure, with hundreds of millions of children affected worldwide.
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No PUCC, No Fuel: Why Vehicle Emissions Matter For Your Health
The next time a PUCC certificate is renewed, it is worth remembering that an emission check is about more than keeping a vehicle compliant. It is part of a broader effort to improve the air we breathe.
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WHO's Latest Russia Update: Plague Unconfirmed as Cause of Lab Worker's Death Remains A Mystery
WHO reports uncertainty over cause of death of Russian lab worker, with pneumonia of unknown origin diagnosed and no plague confirmed.
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Delhi Pollution and Schoolchildren: Should Parents Change Outdoor Activity Routines?
Children are more vulnerable to air pollution due to developing lungs and increased breathing during exercise, raising health risks on polluted days.
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Suspected Pneumonic Plague Case In Russia Started In A Lab: Why Laboratory Biosafety Matters Most
The most important takeaway is not simply the word "plague". It is the importance of biosafety, surveillance and rapid containment when potentially dangerous infectious organisms are handled.
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Exercising Outdoors? Here's How To Reduce Pollution Exposure
Air pollution does not necessarily mean you have to give up physical activity. The key is to adapt your workout according to the conditions.
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Noise Pollution Is A Serious But Often Forgotten Public Health Problem
The most obvious consequence of excessive noise is hearing damage. Loud sounds can damage delicate sensory cells in the inner ear, leading to permanent hearing loss. Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is another common consequence of noise exposure.
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The Screen-Snack Connection: Why Children May Eat More In Front Of A Screen
Does exposure to screens during meals increase the risk of overeating and therefore, obesity, in children? A paediatrician explains.
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September-October Period Can Cause Lung Infection, Asthma Flare-Ups: How To Care For Your Lungs
September and October bring temperature shifts, humidity, mould, viruses, and pollution that can worsen respiratory health, especially in asthma patients.
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How The Hygiene Hypothesis Links Cleanliness And Immunity
The hygiene hypothesis does not suggest that cleanliness is harmful or that children need to be exposed to dirt and infections to develop strong immunity.
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Second-Hand Smoke Deaths Surge By Nearly 50% In India Since 1990, Reveals Lancet Report
The report also found that India had the world's second-highest number of people exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023, after China. Around 444 million Indians were estimated to have been exposed to tobacco smoke from other people.
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Delhi Building Collapse: How Dust, Debris And Trauma May Affect Health
The Satya Niketan building collapse has created a health emergency that extends beyond the immediate physical injuries and loss of life.
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Not Just Fish, Nepal's Floodwater May Endanger Safe Food Supply In Bihar: What Doctors Say
Floods can spread waterborne diseases like cholera and typhoid, and food pose risks of gastroenteritis and dehydration in Bihar.
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61% Of Children In India exposed To One More Month Of Heat Stress Due To Climate Change: Study
The exposure outpaces that for any other age group and is nearly triple the 190 million people (30 per cent) aged 60-69 experiencing the additional health threat, the researchers said.
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Pilots And Flight Attendants Face Higher Risk Of Radiation-Linked Cancer Deaths: Study
Researchers say repeated exposure to cosmic radiation at high altitude may be an important occupational health concern and have called for consideration of stronger radiation protections for aircrew.
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World Health Organisation Urges Global Action As Lead Poisoning Affects 1 In 3 Children
The World Health Organisation on Thursday told countries to do more to prevent lead exposure, with hundreds of millions of children affected worldwide.
-
No PUCC, No Fuel: Why Vehicle Emissions Matter For Your Health
The next time a PUCC certificate is renewed, it is worth remembering that an emission check is about more than keeping a vehicle compliant. It is part of a broader effort to improve the air we breathe.
-
WHO's Latest Russia Update: Plague Unconfirmed as Cause of Lab Worker's Death Remains A Mystery
WHO reports uncertainty over cause of death of Russian lab worker, with pneumonia of unknown origin diagnosed and no plague confirmed.
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Delhi Pollution and Schoolchildren: Should Parents Change Outdoor Activity Routines?
Children are more vulnerable to air pollution due to developing lungs and increased breathing during exercise, raising health risks on polluted days.
-
Suspected Pneumonic Plague Case In Russia Started In A Lab: Why Laboratory Biosafety Matters Most
The most important takeaway is not simply the word "plague". It is the importance of biosafety, surveillance and rapid containment when potentially dangerous infectious organisms are handled.
-
Exercising Outdoors? Here's How To Reduce Pollution Exposure
Air pollution does not necessarily mean you have to give up physical activity. The key is to adapt your workout according to the conditions.
-
Noise Pollution Is A Serious But Often Forgotten Public Health Problem
The most obvious consequence of excessive noise is hearing damage. Loud sounds can damage delicate sensory cells in the inner ear, leading to permanent hearing loss. Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is another common consequence of noise exposure.
-
The Screen-Snack Connection: Why Children May Eat More In Front Of A Screen
Does exposure to screens during meals increase the risk of overeating and therefore, obesity, in children? A paediatrician explains.
-
September-October Period Can Cause Lung Infection, Asthma Flare-Ups: How To Care For Your Lungs
September and October bring temperature shifts, humidity, mould, viruses, and pollution that can worsen respiratory health, especially in asthma patients.
-
How The Hygiene Hypothesis Links Cleanliness And Immunity
The hygiene hypothesis does not suggest that cleanliness is harmful or that children need to be exposed to dirt and infections to develop strong immunity.
-
Second-Hand Smoke Deaths Surge By Nearly 50% In India Since 1990, Reveals Lancet Report
The report also found that India had the world's second-highest number of people exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023, after China. Around 444 million Indians were estimated to have been exposed to tobacco smoke from other people.
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Delhi Building Collapse: How Dust, Debris And Trauma May Affect Health
The Satya Niketan building collapse has created a health emergency that extends beyond the immediate physical injuries and loss of life.
-
Not Just Fish, Nepal's Floodwater May Endanger Safe Food Supply In Bihar: What Doctors Say
Floods can spread waterborne diseases like cholera and typhoid, and food pose risks of gastroenteritis and dehydration in Bihar.
-
61% Of Children In India exposed To One More Month Of Heat Stress Due To Climate Change: Study
The exposure outpaces that for any other age group and is nearly triple the 190 million people (30 per cent) aged 60-69 experiencing the additional health threat, the researchers said.
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Pilots And Flight Attendants Face Higher Risk Of Radiation-Linked Cancer Deaths: Study
Researchers say repeated exposure to cosmic radiation at high altitude may be an important occupational health concern and have called for consideration of stronger radiation protections for aircrew.
