Morning flu jabs ‘work better for men’

December 22, 2011

Flu jabs can be made more effective by changing the time of day they are given – mornings for men and afternoons for women are best – scientists believe.

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New approach to malaria vaccine revealed by Oxford researchers

December 21, 2011

A potential new malaria vaccine has shown promise in animal studies, according to research.

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Sun ‘stops chickenpox spreading’

December 20, 2011

Exposure to sunlight may help impede the spread of chickenpox, claim researchers.

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Aerobics is best way to lose belly fat

December 20, 2011

A new study has found that aerobic exercise is the best bet when it comes to losing that dreaded belly fat.

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Getting maximum from minimum resources

December 17, 2011

Mental Health problems are common in Bangladesh and have a serious impact. According to World Health Organisation (WHO), about 14 million people are suffering from mental illness in Bangladesh and the common problems are depression and anxiety disorders.

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WHO eyes community clinics for mentally ill

December 17, 2011

Dhaka, Dec 3 (bdnews24.com) – With a large number of mentally ill patients remaining outside medication in resource-starved countries such as Bangladesh, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is now mulling ‘cost-effective community based approach’ to change the situation. 

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Lack of outdoor play linked to short-sighted children

October 25, 2011

The time children spend outdoors could be linked to a reduced risk of being short-sighted, research suggests.

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It’s just 3 steps to healthier bone

October 24, 2011

Osteoporosis is a condition in which bone density decreases and becomes porous leading to frequent fractures. It is a silent epidemic and largely preventable through just three steps C, D, E — Calcium, Vitamin D and Exercise.

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Help prevent choking in children

September 25, 2011

Experts offer the following suggestions to help prevent choking on food among infants and toddlers:

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Managing cardiovascular risks in resource poor settings

September 24, 2011

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) that include heart disease and stroke, are the world’s largest killer, claiming 17.1 million lives a year.

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