Food and the monsoon season are closely related because of their distinct environmental characteristics and possible health hazards. Stay safe this monsoon: Monsoon-induced increases in humidity and rainfall make perfect conditions for the growth of bacteria and fungus. Because of the increased moisture, food supplies may become contaminated, and properContinue Reading

Smoking could be most important factor affecting cognition with age: An extensive 13-year European study including 32,000 participants found that smoking accelerates the rate of cognitive impairment in older adults more than other lifestyle factors. Giving up smoking might be the best strategy for maintaining mental clarity. Lead scientist MikaelaContinue Reading

Kerala brain eating amoeba

Brain-eating Amoeba in India: On Wednesday night in Kerala, a 14-year-old passed away from an amoebic meningoencephalitis infection. According to health officials, this is the third death caused by brain-eating amoeba in Kerala in the past two months. The brain-eating amoeba, or Naegleria fowleri, is an uncommon but hazardous pathogenContinue Reading

Zika Virus: A mosquito-borne illness, the Zika virus has recently been linked to eight cases in Pune, India, raising concerns about public health. Everything you need to know is provided here, including causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment. Zika Virus: The virus, which is spread by mosquitoes, has drawn attention fromContinue Reading

Everybody has certain trouble spots they feel self-conscious about and would like to improve. Maybe it’s your glutes or your midsection. Many people’s top concerns are their upper arms, and this is the time of year when these insecurities come to light. The good news is that you can startContinue Reading