The Clade 1B variant is more lethal and responsible for more deaths, with a mortality rate of 3.5 percent. Mpox virus outbreak: Thailand is the latest country to report a fatal case of the Mpox virus in a European man who arrived from Africa last week. Health Ministry officials are awaiting test results to determine … Read more
5 minutes reading time Last update: August 22, 2024 | 10:16 am IS Travelers, beware. On August 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the recent surge in Mpox cases a global health emergency. The situation is raising alarm bells, particularly in Africa, where the disease could spread across the continent and beyond. Since 2022, … Read more
People who suffer from constipation are more than twice as likely to suffer a major cardiac event. A new study has revealed that constipation, one of the worst digestive problems, could also be an early warning sign of heart disease. Researchers at Monash University in Melbourne say they have found that constipation is linked to … Read more
According to WHO, Mpox is transmitted in multiple ways in Congo, including through close physical contact between people who engage in transactional sex | Photo: Bloomberg 4 minutes reading time Last update: August 22, 2024 | 7:29 a.m. IS By Jason Gale and Janice Kew As disease detectives race to central Africa to quell a … Read more
Anxiety symptoms in children range from subtle changes in body language to challenging behaviors such as anger and acting out. Summer is about to end and with it the holidays. After a long break, children usually feel comfortable, being at home, doing things they like, and that, according to experts, can lead to anxious-avoidant behavior … Read more
Stress can affect your vision: An expert shares the symptoms to look out for (Image credit: iStock) Many people now often carry stress with them in today’s fast-paced society. Stress is known to have negative effects on our physical and mental well-being, but did you know that it can also significantly affect your vision? According … Read more
10 foods and drinks you should never have on an empty stomach (Image credit: iStock) Starting your day with the right food and drink choices is critical to overall health. Some foods and drinks, when consumed regularly, can help you stay hydrated. empty stomachcan cause problems that lead to digestive upset, irritate the stomach lining, … Read more
How can mindful morning rituals help improve focus and reduce anxiety? Find out how here (Image credits: iStock) Morning rituals are more than just a way to start your day. They can have a significant impact on mental well-being and productivity. Adopting and practicing mindfulness practices in your morning routine can improve focus and reduce … Read more
Experts say the falling fertility rate reflects current social and economic problems According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, annual birth rates in the United States have declined sharply — by 17 percent since peaking in 2007. The government’s final figures also indicate that births steadily declined by at least … Read more
The molecule has undergone rigorous testing and has received approval from the Central Insecticides Board and the Registration Committee. | Representative photo: Reuters 2 minutes reading time Last update: August 21, 2024 | 19:44 IS Shogun Organics, part of Safex Chemicals Group, said on Wednesday that it has developed and patented the mosquito repellent molecule … Read more
