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Opinion | It's Time To Address Psychosocial Hazards In A Changing World Of Work
On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Kaori Nakamura-Osaka, International Labour Organization Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, calls for stronger action to protect workers from psychosocial hazards.
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How Dangerous Is Low Blood Sugar? Possible Causes And Solutions Explained
While most discussions often emphasise the dangers of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), low blood sugar can also be extremely hazardous, potentially leading to serious health complications.
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Moringa Seeds May Remove Microplastics From Drinking Water: New Study
A new study suggests moringa seeds can remove microplastics from drinking water by clumping particles for easy filtration. The plant-based method rivals chemical treatments, offering a low-cost, sustainable solution, though more research is needed.
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Coffee And Tea Combo Linked To Lower Risk Of Death, Study Finds
Incorporating moderate amounts of coffee and tea into your daily routine can be a simple and enjoyable way to support overall health.
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Eating Dinner Just Before Going To Bed? Your Digestion May Not Keep Up Overnight
When meals are taken late at night, the body is not in an optimal state to process food effectively, which can have both short term and long-term effects.
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Air Strikes Near Iran Nuclear Sites Pose Major Health Risks, Warns WHO
The WHO has specifically highlighted the dangers of a potential CBRN event. This refers to incidents involving Chemical, Biological, Radiological, or Nuclear hazards.
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Lead Levels In Soil Dangerously High In Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan: What This Means For Public Health In North India
A new study by an independent environmental research group, Toxics Link, claims to have identified high levels of lead contamination in four North Indian states.
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Did You Know? You Might Be Eating Around 5 Grams Of Microplastics Every Week
Microplastics enter the body via food, water, and air, potentially causing oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular damage.
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Not Just Disrupted Sleep, New Study Says Drinking Coffee At Night Can Lead To Risky Behaviour In Women
A new study finds that drinking coffee at night may do more than disrupt sleep, it could increase impulsive and risky behaviour, especially in women.
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Sub-Optimal Diets Responsible For 4 Million Ischaemic Heart Disease Deaths Globally In 2023: Study
Suboptimal diets caused over four million ischaemic heart disease deaths worldwide in 2023, driven by low intake of whole grains and high sodium.
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Opinion | It's Time To Address Psychosocial Hazards In A Changing World Of Work
On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Kaori Nakamura-Osaka, International Labour Organization Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, calls for stronger action to protect workers from psychosocial hazards.
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How Dangerous Is Low Blood Sugar? Possible Causes And Solutions Explained
While most discussions often emphasise the dangers of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), low blood sugar can also be extremely hazardous, potentially leading to serious health complications.
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Moringa Seeds May Remove Microplastics From Drinking Water: New Study
A new study suggests moringa seeds can remove microplastics from drinking water by clumping particles for easy filtration. The plant-based method rivals chemical treatments, offering a low-cost, sustainable solution, though more research is needed.
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Coffee And Tea Combo Linked To Lower Risk Of Death, Study Finds
Incorporating moderate amounts of coffee and tea into your daily routine can be a simple and enjoyable way to support overall health.
-
Eating Dinner Just Before Going To Bed? Your Digestion May Not Keep Up Overnight
When meals are taken late at night, the body is not in an optimal state to process food effectively, which can have both short term and long-term effects.
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Air Strikes Near Iran Nuclear Sites Pose Major Health Risks, Warns WHO
The WHO has specifically highlighted the dangers of a potential CBRN event. This refers to incidents involving Chemical, Biological, Radiological, or Nuclear hazards.
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Lead Levels In Soil Dangerously High In Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan: What This Means For Public Health In North India
A new study by an independent environmental research group, Toxics Link, claims to have identified high levels of lead contamination in four North Indian states.
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Did You Know? You Might Be Eating Around 5 Grams Of Microplastics Every Week
Microplastics enter the body via food, water, and air, potentially causing oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular damage.
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Not Just Disrupted Sleep, New Study Says Drinking Coffee At Night Can Lead To Risky Behaviour In Women
A new study finds that drinking coffee at night may do more than disrupt sleep, it could increase impulsive and risky behaviour, especially in women.
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Sub-Optimal Diets Responsible For 4 Million Ischaemic Heart Disease Deaths Globally In 2023: Study
Suboptimal diets caused over four million ischaemic heart disease deaths worldwide in 2023, driven by low intake of whole grains and high sodium.
