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Latest in Health
Zika virus continues to spread
Five weeks after declaring a global health emergency because of the Zika virus the WHO’s first major evaluation says it is alarmed over the situation. It warns that the spread of the disease is expected to increase.
WHO warns of spraying limitations for dengue fever, Zika virus
The UN’s health agency has warned of the limitations of spraying against dengue fever. The WHO suggested the Zika virus may be similarly resistant.
WHO launches anti-Zika research campaign
A fast-track campaign to tackle the Zika virus has been drafted by the World Health Organization. The group announced a 50 million euro plan to focus on bodily fluid diagnostics and vaccine development.
10 international organisations to provide support to new comprehensive social health insurance system
Personal spending on health services reached more than 60% of total spending on health in Egypt, says Maait
Advice and statistics on pneumonia
Advice According to the American Lung Association, pneumonia can be prevented through following simple steps: Vaccination: A flu shot every year to prevent seasonal influenza, a common cause of pneumonia, is an effective way of prevention. Children under the age of five and adults who are 65 and older must get vaccinated against pneumococcal pneumonia, which …
5 Celebrities died from pneumonia
Brittany Murphy According to British Daily Mail newspaper, a leading pathologist Richard Shepherd stated that Hollywood actress Brittany Murphy would still be alive if her mother had called for an ambulance 24 hours before she collapsed. Murphy was a US film and stage actress, singer, and voice artist. The newspaper said that Murphy was …
High risk factors of getting pneumococcal disease
People with certain medical conditions or of specific ages have higher risk, says CDC
Vaccination protects against pneumococcal bacteria which causes pneumonia: WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced the need for vaccination against pneumococcal bacteria, which causes pneumonia. Global statistics reported the occurrence of an estimated two to three million deaths each year of all ages, doctors announced during a press conference that was held in occasion of International Day of Fighting Pneumonia. Bacterial pneumonia in …
Are certain types of foods linked to increasing the risk of epileptic seizures?
No scientific evidence prove that certain foods trigger epilepsy, but a balanced diet can have a positive effect
Pregnancy relatively safe for epileptic women: US Academy of Neurology
Stopping antiepileptic drugs is not the best option for epileptic pregnant women
Epilepsy in the Egyptian population
Epileptic seizures can be prevented through regular sleep patterns and avoiding exposure to electromagnetic waves
How to make the perfect Christmas roast
Preparing the big holiday meal doesn’t leave much room for mistakes. You can either rely on technology to get the perfect roast, or have somebody else do the cooking. And not cooking properly can have real consequences.
Dietary choices that can lead to heart wellness
Incorporating salmon and nuts into one’s daily regimen can lower the risk of heart disease
Women and coronary artery disease
Some research points to women being at greater risk of CAD than men
Coronary artery disease is epidemic in Egypt
The disease increasingly affects a younger demographic due to smoke inhalation and unhealthy diet
New blood test warns of arthritis 16 years in advance
Scientists at Britain’s Oxford University have developed a blood test that will predict arthritis more than a decade before it strikes. They hope that early diagnosis will allow for better treatment of the disorder. A team from the university’s Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology have developed a blood test that looks for antibodies that recognize the …
A link between food and asthma?
Despite a lack of concrete evidence, some experts say certain foods may trigger breathing
Is asthma linked to stress?
A recent study shows that stress negatively affects asthma symptoms
6 common triggers of asthma
Smoking, air pollution and weather are common causes of asthma
Asthma is easily manageable through strict control measures: Doctors
Symptoms vary from one another, with coughing and wheezing being the most common
A never-ending story: bird flu strikes again
Authorities in southern Germany have discovered the H5N2 bird flu virus on a poultry farm. Around 13,000 animals will have to be killed. Here’s an overview of the virus and its dangers. What is bird flu? Avian influenza – also called bird flu or fowl plague – is a viral disease that infects birds, especially …
Dawn of the designer babies? Here’s an idiot’s guide to human gene editing
Human gene editing tools have existed for years, raising hopes of preventing incurable diseases. These tools are now coming to fruition. So it’s high time we learned more about our brave new world. What is human gene editing? Gene editing is a broad field in science. When it comes to human gene editing, we’re talking …
Most common HIV symptoms
At early stages, many patients might not develop any obvious symptoms
World AIDs Day: Doctors spread awareness and hope to patients
AIDs is chronic but patients can live average lifespan with treatment
HIV and AIDS in a nutshell
It’s been 30 years since the HIV/AIDS epidemic shook the world. What is the current status of the virus globally? Are you at risk? Is there a cure? DW’s Kait Bolongaro went in search of answers. What is the state of public awareness about HIV and AIDS? According to a 2014 Americans were quite unaware …
Fighting HIV with life-prolonging drugs
Medical experts place great emphasis on antiretroviral treatment in the fight against HIV. But the drugs, which can be quite costly, are not available to everyone – even though they can limit the spread of the virus. An HIV diagnosis is not a death sentence anymore. With the right medication, patients can expect to live …
Male vs. female brains – just how big are the differences?
There are certain characteristics within male and female brains that are more pronounced. As an Israeli-German research team found out, a “mostly male” or “mostly female” brain is the exception, rather than the rule. Most humans have both female and male characteristics that make up their brain structure. Scientists came to this conclusion after analyzing …
Cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide
In general, the rates of recovery in the US, Canada and Europe are rising rapidly as death rates do not exceed 15% in those countries.
Fighting cancer with food and drink
According to scientific research, a healthy diet can reduce one’s chances of developing tumours
Types of cancers worldwide in numbers
Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer worldwide among women