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.
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.
Sun ‘stops chickenpox spreading’
December 20, 2011
Exposure to sunlight may help impede the spread of chickenpox, claim researchers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Help prevent choking in children
September 25, 2011
Experts offer the following suggestions to help prevent choking on food among infants and toddlers:
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.