The old cars dumped by high-income countries into Africa and South Asia pose a threat to the environment and public health because of the toxic pollution they cause. That’s the warning from the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) in India, with a new global study on what happens to more than 40 million vehicles …
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Why poverty is a public health concern Health and poverty are inextricably intertwined. Being able to breast-feed, attend school, work to grow food, earn a living or feed a family all depend on a baseline level of good health. Yet, when more than a billion people live on less than $1 per day and 2 …
The undisclosed truth about child abuse and neglect in Nigeria ”Every child deserves a better life” In practice, children are at risk of multiple violations of their rights, including violence, trafficking, exploitative labour, child marriage and Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Over 17.5 million children can be categorized as orphaned and vulnerable. Large numbers of children, …
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It is time to break the silence around child abuse and neglect in our respective communities. An estimated 1 in 4 children experience some form of child abuse or neglect in their lifetimes. This type of unimaginable trauma contributes to depression, problems at school, violence, diabetes, obesity, substance abuse, and suicide. To significantly reduce child abuse or …
The next drug epidemic… With the increasing public health awareness on the ills of misusing prescribe drugs, the growing use of anti-anxiety pills persist. This reminds us of the early days of the opioid crisis (drug epidemic). Considered relatively safe and non-addictive by consumers and many doctors, Xanax, Valium, Ativan and Klonopin have been prescribed …
Illegal immigration and its related health issues The health problems of refugees and migrants are similar to those of the rest of the population, although some groups may have a higher prevalence. The most frequent health problems of newly arrived refugees and migrants include accidental injuries, hypothermia, burns, gastrointestinal illnesses, cardiovascular events, pregnancy- and delivery-related …
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Nigeria has topped the list of illegal immigrants to Europe. Global attention has been engrossed on the European Union as it struggles to cope with a growing migrant crisis that has overwhelmed key members, redefined internal politics and posed a real threat to EU cohesion. Whilst many of the migrants have originated from Syria and …
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Frequent use of cell phones can harm one’s memory – Study The study was conducted by Swiss TPH in collaboration with the European Union project GERoNiMO, which aims to improve the knowledge of whether and to what extent RF-EMF affects health. The rapid evolution of information and communication technologies (ICT) goes along with an increase …
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Be cautious of domestic cats following reports of plagues in the United States Health officials in the United States has continually report cases of plague case in the country of which was some were treated and recovered. Few weeks ago, officials with the Central District Health Department say lab tests show that another county cat …
Early marriage should be consider a major public health issue- study Those marrying early may be more susceptible to domestic violence, poor mental health, and malnutrition. They are also more likely to have limited access to contraception and healthcare. These negative effects may then impact their children, with daughters potentially also marrying young. A research done …
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Air pollution contributes to more infant death in Africa- study Modest reductions in air pollution can prevent the deaths of tens of thousands of infants in sub-Saharan Africa each year, according to a new scientific study that investigated the link between breathable air pollutants and premature deaths in 30 countries across the continent. Although few …
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Health importance of social interactions World Health Organization suggests that the biggest threats to our health, globally, are now chronic degenerative conditions, not infectious diseases. What an evolution! As opposed to various epidemics of diseases that were so common in our history, what is now threatening health, across the planet is chronic degenerative inflammatory conditions – …
Red peppers can burn extra calories- Study Capsaicin is the reason that chili peppers are spicy. The compound was used to develop a drug that successfully tackled obesity in mice. The scientist conducting the research administered metabocin orally to wild-type mice that had been fed a high-fat diet. They also examined the rodents’ blood plasma levels for markers …
False myths and misconception about female genital mutilation Female genital mutilation (FGM) has been subjected to a considerable argument as it is deeply rooted in religious, cultural and historical tradition. It is defined by the World Health Organization as a procedure that involves the total or partial removal of female external genitalia for religious, cultural …
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Warnings have been issued not to eat fresh crab meat imported from Venezuela because it’s likely the source of an outbreak linked to infections of Vibrio parahaemolyticus, an illness commonly associated with eating raw or under cooked shellfish. The outbreak has sickened 12 people in three states, with four of those requiring hospitalization, according to …
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July 24th will mark 42 days, two incubation periods of 21 days each, since the last patient infected with the Ebola virus was released from care. The World Health Organization says it expects the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo to be over on that day. The countdown toward the end of the …
A cluster of European returning travelers from the island of Gran Canaria are reported to have carried or were infected with carbapenemase (OXA-48)-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae ST392., according to ECDC Rapid Risk Assessment published last week. The cluster included 13 people from Sweden, Finland and Norway and is an example of cross-border spread of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae …
The discrepancies between the estimates for global tuberculosis deaths by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is due to different methodologies and data sources used by each institution. These differences are considerable in terms of absolute numbers for a dozen countries, according to a study led by …
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Why mothers should breastfeed their babies A mother’s breast milk is the most nutritious food for babies under six months old, providing antibodies that build the immune system and protect against viruses and other pathogens — a benefit that baby formulas have yet to replicate. By implementing universal breastfeeding, 800,000 child deaths a year would be averted. Considering …
loneliness can have a drastic effect on health Loneliness is a negative feeling that arises when someone’s social needs are unmet by their current social relationships. So people can feel alone, even if they’re surrounded by others, if they’re not getting the right kind of company and support. While many think of loneliness as a social …
