Life, Health, 25th May 2018, News & Stories from India

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Life Health 25 May 2018

Life, Health, 25 May 2018

The southern state is now witnessing wide cancellation of hotel bookings and tour packages. (Photo: AP)

Nipah virus hits Kerala tourism, tourists cancel bookings

The deadly virus has claimed 11 lives so far and reportedly affected some more people.

25 May 2018 9:37 PM

WHO underwent a massive reform after being slammed for responding too slowly and failing to grasp the gravity of that outbreak until it was out of control. (Photo: AP)

WHO lauded for fast Ebola action in Congo

So far, 52 confirmed, likely or suspected cases of the deadly virus have been registered in DRC, including 22 deaths.

25 May 2018 9:17 PM

Pills equipped with cameras, thermometers and acidity gauges already look for disease and track digestion (Photo: AP)

Capsules that can detect health issues and send alerts developed by scientists

It’s the latest advance in a growing field of sensors that can be swallowed or worn to monitor our health.

25 May 2018 8:22 PM

A few simple things to take care of your skin can ensure that you are all set to glow through this hot, dusty and dry season too. (Photo: Pixabay)

Summer skin care: 5 tips to keep your skin healthy and glowing

Not only is your skin prone to tanning and peeling, sun rays can also cause premature ageing of the skin.

25 May 2018 7:06 PM

DRC health officials launched a small, targeted vaccination campaign this week to help rein in the latest Ebola outbreak in the country, which so far has claimed 27 lives. (Photo: AP)

Congo Ebola outbreak: Confirmed cases rise to 31, Catholic priest infected

Ebola spreads through contact with bodily fluids and is both highly infectious and extremely lethal.

25 May 2018 4:27 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Hay fever ups depression, anxiety risk in adolescents

Adolescents may be particularly vulnerable because they may be embarrassed by their symptoms.

25 May 2018 4:11 PM

It was observed that people who had the device on their nose lost twice as much as others on a diet (Photo: AFP)

Nose plugs may help people lose more weight on a diet

These plugs are inserted in both nostrils as air is directed to bypass scent receptors which helps suppress appetite.

25 May 2018 3:35 PM

Last year researchers found that restaurant music also influences how much customers spend.

Here’s how music affects your order at restaurants

Study finds loud music means you're likely to get a cheeseburger and soft music will make you opt for a salad.

25 May 2018 2:43 PM

Reducing meat consumption could help prevent obesity: Study

Analyses showed that participants who had higher scores on the plant-based diet index had a lower BMI over the long term.

25 May 2018 1:30 PM

Diet during pregnancy impacts your child's growth

Find out how.

25 May 2018 11:23 AM

Depression speeds up brain ageing: Study

The findings should give the government even more reason to take on mental health issues, researchers say.

25 May 2018 9:58 AM

Extra weight may boost patient survival: Study

Study of more than 18,000 sick people showed that the overweight were twice as likely to survive hospitalisation for an infectious disease.

25 May 2018 9:43 AM

Oily fish still a good habit for heart health, US doctors say

People should exercise regularly and follow the Mediterranean-style diet

25 May 2018 9:23 AM

Time matters when it comes to consuming protein supplements

Here is what a new study has found.

25 May 2018 9:09 AM

This can be stored and eaten as sahur or iftar.

Ramzan Mubarak

Ramzan is here and so are its delicacies! Even while fasting, one has to make sure about nutrition and hydration.

25 May 2018 1:35 AM

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