A new study has established a link between Covid-19 mortality and the proportion of overweight in adult populations across 154 countries. Findings of the...
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29th Dec 2024 | Updated at 01:50pm 29th Dec 2024
Observatory commissions groundbreaking initiative to overcome barriers for children with sickle cell disease
- 16 Oct 2024
Children and young people living with sickle cell disease face numerous challenges as they transition from paediatric to adult health care services. To address these barriers, the NHS Race and Health Observatory has partnered with the Sickle...
Teenagers' social media use linked to rising anxiety and depression
- 16 Oct 2024
Research indicates a significant link between social media use among teenagers and increased levels of anxiety and depression, coinciding with a marked rise in children seeking mental health treatment.
Spotlight: Nisha Hirani
- 17 Oct 2024
The first data from a large Phase III trial of an oral antiviral treatment for Covid-19 has been revealed, and interim results show the treatment reduces...
A brand new once-a-week jab can help type 2 diabetes patients “into remission”, slashing blood sugar to normal levels, cutting cholesterol and blood pressure,...
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious disease. It begins with what is generally mistaken as a simple forgetfulness, only to create serious havoc as the condition...
The Covid-19 pandemic appears to have created a series of public health problems by exacerbating mental health challenges, and making physical activity...
According to new research, the reproductive function in obese boys can be improved through weight loss in their earlier adulthood. Presented at the 59th...
- 29 Sep 2021
New mothers who survive Covid-19 can pass on their antibodies to their babies through their breastmilk for up to 10 months. An American study saw researchers...
Dear Readers, our communications can enhance the quality of our relationships in life. We know that having effective communication skills is a fundamental in having a successful life. We as humans, love connecting with other people because it...
Peaceful moments are scarce in current times. Most of the time we are juggling multiple tasks while our mind runs down other things. Being completely immersed in the present moment, and mindful of what we are doing, gives us satisfaction, reduces...
Researchers during a recent Finnish collaborative study of Turku PET Centre and UKK institute believe standing is associated with better insulin sensitivity. Findings of the study were published in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport....
