The Acting Federal Minister of Health has introduced a ban on the use of sugary foods in subordinate institutions under the Ministry of Health, a move considered groundbreaking in promoting public health. Heralded as a revolutionary step, this decision underlines…
Children who experience bullying are more likely to develop distrust and are 3.5 times more likely to have clinically significant mental health problems by the age of 17, the study found. The study, published in the journal Nature Mental Health,…
Struggling with depression? Walking or jogging, yoga and strength training appear to be the most effective exercises for alleviating depression, either alone or alongside established treatments such as psychotherapy and drugs, the study suggests. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates…
MOSCOW – President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russian scientists are close to creating cancer vaccines that could soon be available to patients. Putin said in televised comments that “we are very close to the creation of so-called cancer…
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that offers a wide range of health benefits. Let’s break down the key points mentioned: – Eye health –Lutein and zeaxanthin in spinach accumulate in the retina, acting as a natural blue light…
Many people around the world are trying to lose belly fat through various methods, from rigorous exercise to surgery. However, what they need most is a careful choice of diet and determination to achieve their goal. According to The New…
Health officials in Oregon, in the United States, recently reported the country’s first case of “bubonic plague” in eight years and warned that the unnamed patient may have contracted the deadly medieval disease from a domestic cat, The Sun reported.…
BANGKOK — Two years after Thailand legalized pot, the country appears poised to crack down on its free drug market by banning “recreational” use. Legal cannabis has boosted Thailand’s tourism and agriculture and spawned thousands of neon-green shops, but faces…
A study shows that drinking three cups of tea a day could delay the doctor by slowing biological aging. Healthy chemicals in black and green tea could help “positively affect ageing” by reducing cell damage so organs can work longer,…
Oral rehydration salts (ORS) – a cheap and effective treatment for diarrhea – could save the lives of half a million children a year, according to a study. Worldwide, an incredible 500,000 children under the age of five die from…
Fast food has simplistic eating habits, but it comes at a cost because it lacks essential nutrients and therefore fails to trigger fullness signals – the reason why you can always seem to eat more potato chips. According to researchers,…
We usually associate brain activity with tasks that require mental effort, but have you ever wondered if your brain is active even when you’re not doing anything? It turns out the answer is yes. Research has shown that our brains…
Studies highlighted by Dr Summia suggest a correlation between duration of oral contraceptive use and cervical cancer risk Taking birth control pills for more than five years and having more children are linked to an increased risk of cervical cancer…
Metabolic diseases consist of a wide variety of conditions that affect the body’s ability to process and convert food into energy. These disorders disrupt normal metabolism, the complex set of chemical reactions that sustain life and allow for growth, repair,…
In Punjab – the largest province – an alarming trend of child deaths due to pneumonia continues, with 10 more children succumbing to the disease in the last 24 hours. According to the Punjab Health Department, the province reported a…
Explore the incredible health benefits of camel walnuts, a treasure trove of nutrients and vitamins that can greatly improve your overall well-being. Following are the numerous benefits, uses and precautions associated with walnuts. – Heart-friendly fats – Camel walnuts boast…
