Latest in Tag: health Highlight
Latest in Tag: health
Smartphones, wearables and big data may be the one health risk you can’t avoid
Mobile devices are becoming vital health tools. One day, we may even be forced to use them to collect data about ourselves – truly, big data. The question is who’ll own it and what will they do with it? Everywhere you look in technology these days, you’re likely to find people talking about two things: …
Access to health care remains grim despite constitution article
594 cases of corruption in public hospitals in 2014, according to a report of the Administrative Prosecution
Khanka Hospital director removed, former director assigned to take over
“Investigations on recent deaths is still ongoing,” doctor says
Derbala buried as Islamist parties lay responsibility on government
Since news of Derbala’s death spread, numerous Islamist groups have spoken out about what they perceive as negligence or intentional killing of a figure widely respected for moving the group to renounce violence.
Effect of Greece’s economic crisis on people’s health
For the last several years, Greece has been going through a protracted and damaging economic crisis that has had profound consequences on the health of the Greek people. The economic crisis has predominantly impacted the health of vulnerable populations, with a rise in suicides and deaths due to mental and behavioural disorders. Although other European …
Germany clamps down on corruption in health sector
The German government plans a law to tackle illegal deals between doctors and pharmaceutical companies. Anti-corruption groups say the law doesn’t go far enough, but doctors’ associations hardly consider it necessary.
The lives and loves of Tinderella
Online editor Caroline tried out Tinder and between the overweight weirdos, the drug addicts and the shy nerds, life (and love) happened. Love takes a lot of balls, and I’ve always been a little better at getting involved in Hollywoodesque drama than at real, lasting love – if there even is such a thing. I’ve …
Bayer profits jump in second quarter
German pharmaceutical giant Bayer has posted a surprising jump in net profit for the second quarter, lifted by strong currency effects and gains in its health care, specialty plastics and agricultural chemicals sectors. Bayer on Wednesday logged a 21 percent on-the-year rise in net profit in the second quarter of 2015. The gains brought the …
Hepatitis – the facts from A to E
Hepatitis attacks the liver and in the worst case can result in cirrhosis or liver carcinoma. But not all forms of Hepatitis are alike. Hepatitis A Hepatitis A can result in an inflammation of the liver, but usually does not develop into a chronic illness. In some cases, patients will recover even without treatment. The virus is often contracted through…
The increasing burden of diabetes in China
China’s economic growth in the last three decades has dramatically transformed the nation’s economic landscape, removing 500 million people from poverty. This progress, however, has been accompanied by an increase in some diseases – such as diabetes – notably associated with increased urbanisation and changed lifestyles. Twenty-five years ago, the number of people with diabetes …
Health risks of electronic devices
By Dr Cesar Chelala As computers and other electronic devices are becoming more widely used – particularly by young people – little consideration is normally given to the health risks they pose. This is a situation that has to change soon, to avoid unnecessary injuries and even serious health risks among people using them. Desktops …
Ministry of Health closes TBS for failure to meet food safety standards
No one imagined that a gathering with the family around a plate of traditional Arabic dessert Om Ali, from a trusted shop, would end up in hospital with cases of food poising and diarrhoea. But that is exactly what happened to many people who’ve had the delightful meal from The Bakery Shop (TBS).
Worries over detained Shawkan’s health, family plan Press Syndicate sit-in
Syndicate head says he will follow up on case of photojournalist detained almost two years without charge
Ministry of Health shuts 12 unlicenced centres
The centres do not comply with regulations set by administrative bodies, according to the ministry
Military Engineering Authority starts first phase of renovations in Imbaba Cardiology Centre
The moves came after a reported sudden visit by the prime minister
33 hospital beds in Cairo for every 10,000: ECESR
Prime Minister Mehleb’s visit to healthcare centre unleashes wide responses from doctors on poor conditions inside public facilities
New data show that years of efforts are paying off in fighting FGM
By Ignacio Artaza I was recently in Aswan to meet with the local government, partner NGOs, and people working together to fight against female genital mutilation (FGM), a widespread practice in Egypt that predates both Christianity and Islam and was criminalised by Egyptian law in 2008. What a refreshing experience! The commitment and dedication I …
New Cairo prison opens to reduce crowding inside detention facilities
The 15th of May Prison was recently constructed to improve health conditions inside prisons
Former Muslim Brotherhood MP dies in prison
Former MP suffered from hepatic encephalopathy and did not receive appropriate medical treatment, says FJP
Cement, tanneries, foundries, rubbish collecting dangerous on Egyptian’s health
Leather manufacturers use materials against specifications, children most affected by diseases
Pharmaceutical drugs decreasing cholesterol cause muscle pain
These drugs are highly effective as they inhibit cholesterol in the liver.
Common mistaken beliefs about exercising
Moreover, fats are burnt during and after exercise
What causes ear pain?
Foreign bodies in the ear: they may enter the ear canal, especially children’s.
DrBridge seeks investments at $4m to start foreign expansion: CEO
We plan to expand externally by the end of 2015, and are choosing between Saudi Arabia, Nigeria and South Africa, says Barsoum
3% of GDP in 2016/2017 budget to go to health, 6% to education: Dimian
Government targets 4.5%-5% economic growth in proposed FY 2015/2016 budget
Contesting traditions and poverty: Sohag women’s struggle
Health Ministry and UNFPA raise awareness on family planning in Sohag
Bird flu kills woman in Giza, 10th death this year
2 bird flu cases cured, says Ministry of Health
Philips to focus on new lighting technology in 2015: North East Africa CEO
Daily News Egypt sat with Tamer Abol Ghar, CEO of Philips North East Africa, to identify the company’s plans in 2015.
Mohamed Soltan’s health conditions deteriorate
Activist has been on hunger strike for 360 days to protest his detention
Woman reportedly dead in Assiut from bird flu
Fifth case of death by bird flu during 2015 alone