Health & Wellness

Dengue Can Return: Doctor Explains Why a Second Infection May Be More Dangerous Recovering from dengue once does not mean you are protected for life. The infection is caused by four different virus serotypes—DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3 and…
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UTI in Women: Symptoms, Causes, Risks and Prevention A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection caused most often by bacteria entering the urinary system. It can affect the urethra, bladder or kidneys, with the bladder being the most…
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Ease Into the Morning With Gentle Movement Waking up feeling stiff can make it difficult to get moving comfortably. A short routine of gentle stretches and mobility exercises can help loosen the body and gradually prepare you for the day.…
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Sleep Paralysis: Why You Wake Up Unable to Move and How to Cope Sleep paralysis is a brief episode in which a person becomes conscious while temporarily unable to move or speak. It can happen as you are falling asleep or waking up and,…
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Congo’s Ebola Outbreak Reaches 6th Province: What’s Fueling The Rapid Spread? The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) latest Ebola outbreak has expanded to a sixth province after a death was reported in Bas-Uele, raising fresh…
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Everyone has a favourite way to sleep — curled up on one side, stretched out on their back or buried under a mountain of pillows. But while comfort matters, the position you maintain for hours each night can also influence how your body…
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By the time Sunday evening arrives, the pressure of Monday can already start creeping in. Checking emails, planning tasks, preparing meals and deciding what to wear can make the weekend feel less like a break. Then Monday brings…
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Poor Sleep Sleep plays an important role in appetite and weight management. Not getting enough sleep may increase hunger and encourage higher calorie intake, which can make weight loss more difficult. Most adults should aim for at least…
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Hate Cardio? Dance Your Way To A Fitter You Getting fit does not necessarily mean spending long, tiring sessions on a treadmill. If you enjoy dancing to your favourite songs, you can turn that habit into a full-body workout. From…
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Constipation may seem like a minor problem, but if it becomes a regular occurrence, it could be a sign that your digestive system needs attention. While an occasional bout of constipation is often linked to poor hydration or dietary…
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