vi WHO-UNICEF-Lancet Say World Failing to Provide Children With a Climate Fit for Their Future By www.medindia.net Published On :: A landmark report released today by a Commission of over 40 child and adolescent health experts from around the world said no single country is adequately Full Article
vi Green Space can Decrease Violent Crime By www.medindia.net Published On :: New study has taken a look at how green space can help decrease violent crime. Poorly designed and inadequately maintained green spaces can help crime take root and spread, reports the new study. Full Article
vi COVID-19 Lockdown is Making Earth Vibrate Less By www.medindia.net Published On :: Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all crowded cities and streets across the world are now empty. With fewer cars, buses, trucks, trains and other heavy machinery Full Article
vi Air Pollution Linked to Coronavirus Death in Italy By www.medindia.net Published On :: There is a link between the high level of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome CoronaVirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) lethality and the atmospheric pollution in Northern Italy, reports a new study. Full Article
vi Insights Into Environmental Effects of Anti-Cancer Drugs By www.medindia.net Published On :: Chemotherapeutic drugs or antineoplastic agents used to treat various cancers enter the aquatic environment through human excretion and wastewater treatment facilities. Full Article
vi Link Between Air Pollution and COVID-19 Identified By www.medindia.net Published On :: Regions with increased levels of nitrogen dioxide air pollution were found to significantly have more COVID-19 deaths than other regions, stated study Full Article
vi PreventiOnWeb.net: Change in behaviour needed for improved drought management in Jordan and the MENA region By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 04:28:52 +0000 To better understand the risk factors and the effects of drought in the region, IWMI conducted a survey of 400 commercial fruit farms in Jordan, one the most water-scarce countries in the world. Full Article IWMI in the news
vi EnvirotecMagazine.com: Vast amounts of valuable energy, nutrients, water lost in world’s fast-rising wastewater streams, says study By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:22:33 +0000 The energy embedded in wastewater, meanwhile, could provide electricity to 158 million households – roughly the number of households in the USA and Mexico combined. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
vi PV-Magazine: Solar will turn vicious water-energy-climate cycle into virtuous loop By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 10:40:46 +0000 The International Water Management Institute is promoting the Solar Irrigation for Agricultural Resilience (SoLAR) initiative to expand the use of solar irrigation systems throughout Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Pakistan. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
vi Business Recorder: An interview with Mohsin Hafeez, Country Representative of IWMI By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 10:52:47 +0000 The principles of integrated water resource management insist on taking a basin-wide or systemwide approach rather than addressing surface water and groundwater issues separately. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
vi News Trust: Fears over handwashing in Africa to stem coronavirus seen as trigger for change By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 15:17:32 +0000 "In the water sector we always say 'Don't waste a good crisis'," said Inga Jacobs-Mata, the South African representative from non-profit research group the International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article IWMI in the news Z-Featured Content Z-News COVID-19
vi TimesLive: Fears over handwashing in Africa to stem coronavirus seen as trigger for change By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 05:04:48 +0000 “In the water sector we always say 'Don't waste a good crisis'," said Inga Jacobs-Mata, the South African representative from non-profit research group the International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News COVID-19
vi Prevention Web: Mainstreaming technology provides key solutions for disaster risk mitigation By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:16:21 +0000 Water-related natural disasters are major impediments to human security and sustainable socioeconomic development. Climate change has made extreme weather events more severe by altering their frequency, timing, intensity and duration. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
vi Thomson Reuters: Coronavirus – wake-up call to ensure water and sanitation for all By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Sun, 29 Mar 2020 06:34:28 +0000 Today, many people lack access to the most basic weapons to shield themselves from COVID-19: water and soap. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-Featured Content Z-News Amgad Elmahdi Corona Virus COVID-19 Health MENA Millennium Development Goals SDGs Sustainable Development Goals UN-Water
vi Down to Earth: When Covid-19, climate collide: How south Asia can prepare itself By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:19:35 +0000 Countries in south Asia are bracing themselves for an onslaught of climate disasters, as if managing the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is not enough. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News Bangladesh climate COVID-19 crops India maps WLE
vi Prevention Web: Satellite maps can help nations make critical food production decisions amid coronavirus By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:24:05 +0000 Take a look at the satellite map below. That vast swathe of orange and red across northwestern India and Pakistan depicts crops that have ripened in the last couple of weeks. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
vi Thomson Reuters Foundation: In parched southern Africa, coronavirus spurs action on water supply By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 15:06:01 +0000 Across drought-hit southern Africa, COVID-19 has spurred governments to dispatch water tankers, drill boreholes and repair taps - solutions experts and residents of thirsty slums and villages say must last long after the pandemic has passed. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News COVID-19
vi Devices Helping in Training and Treating Injuries in Runners Discovered By www.medindia.net Published On :: As wearable fitness trackers become ever more popular and sophisticated, they provide new opportunities for monitoring training and guiding post-injury Full Article
vi Study Shows How People Trick Themselves into Thinking Something is Heavier Than It Really is By www.medindia.net Published On :: If a person holds the car steering wheel at certain angles (1, 4, or 5 on the clock) then it's likely you're over or underestimating how much force you Full Article
vi New Year 2020: Resolution Ideas for Healthy Living By www.medindia.net Published On :: As the New Year is nearing, everybody is busy with their resolution ideas; here we have presented tremendous and simple tips for a healthy and active lifestyle. Full Article
vi New Study Sheds Light on Human Creativity By www.medindia.net Published On :: Creativity is driven by the right hemisphere in musicians who are comparatively inexperienced at improvisation, revealed a study which was recently published in the journal NeuroImage. Full Article
vi How to Make the Most of Your Groceries During the COVID-19 Pandemic By www.medindia.net Published On :: COVID-19 lockdown is making people to stock foods in bulk at home. Having a tight budget, food shortage and taking fewer trips to the grocery store are Full Article
vi Moderate Physical Activity Downs Time Spent in Hospital By www.medindia.net Published On :: Middle aged men and women are at lower risk of hospital admissions if they do moderate exercise, a new study suggests. Inactive participants in the Full Article
vi Mother's Day 2020: More Meaningful, Yet Difficult, During COVID-19 Pandemic By www.medindia.net Published On :: This Mother's Day, there are several limitations due to COVID-19 pandemic on what to do. Here are a few tips to share love and happiness with your Mom for the upcoming Mother's Day 2020. Full Article
vi Having a New Baby at Home can Spark Jealousy in Anxious Partners By www.medindia.net Published On :: Getting attached to a new baby can trigger feelings of jealousy among anxious couples, reports a new study. The findings of study are published in the iJournal of Social and Personal Relationships. Full Article
vi Mysophobia to Clinical Depression Could be Evil Tertiary of Coronavirus Pandemic By www.medindia.net Published On :: COVID-19 has brought along with it a set of side effects, from Mysophobia (the constant overdrive to wash hands and be careful of contamination) to clinical Full Article
vi COVID-19: Too Much Social Media while Social Distancing May Affect Your Mental and Physical Wellbeing By www.medindia.net Published On :: People tend spend more time on social media to beat social distancing blues. However, social media addiction can harm your overall mental and physical wellbeing, suggest experts. Full Article
vi Anxious About COVID-19? Stress has Lasting Impact on Sperm and Future Offspring By www.medindia.net Published On :: Stress can alter sperm and impact brain development of next-generation, reveals a new study. The findings of the study are published in the journal iNature Communications/i. Full Article
vi Coronavirus and It's Nocebo Effect By www.medindia.net Published On :: Some people are falling prey to coronavirus due to the Nocebo effect, the harmless thing that causes harm because people 'believe' its harmful. Achal Full Article
vi Telehealth can Help Mental Health Care Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic By www.medindia.net Published On :: Telehealth provides a useful method for starting and continuing essential mental health treatment without the risk of spreading COVID-19 infection, reports a new study. Full Article
vi COVID-19 Pandemic: Depression, Anxiety Spiked After Lockdown Announcement By www.medindia.net Published On :: Sudden lockdown due to COVID-19 pandemic has increased depression and anxiety among millions of people living across the world. Research by the University Full Article
vi COVID-19 Pandemic: Simple Tips to Improve Mental Health among College Students By www.medindia.net Published On :: COVID-10 lockdown has turned college students' lives upside down. Adjusting to complicated schedules, managing highly competitive environments, and navigating Full Article
vi COVID-19 Lockdown: Too Much Family Time Causes Conflict between Parents and Children By www.medindia.net Published On :: Being confined within the four walls of the house due to COVID-19 lockdown has increased family time among most workaholics. However, as a famous quote Full Article
vi Cognitive-behavioral Therapy by Telephone Benefits People With Parkinson's By www.medindia.net Published On :: In people with Parkinson's disease, cognitive-behavioral therapy by telephone was found to be effective for treating depression, revealed study published Full Article
vi New Therapy for Childhood Anxiety Works by Changing Parent Behavior By www.medindia.net Published On :: Parent-based treatment known as SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) is as efficacious as individual cognitive-behavioral therapy Full Article
vi PanicMechanic, New App to Manage Anxiety During Coronavirus Pandemic By www.medindia.net Published On :: PanicMechanic, the new mobile app has been developed to help attack sufferers during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The app adapts biofeedback-like Full Article
vi COVID-19: Nonmedical Healthcare Personnel at Highest Psychological Distress Risk By www.medindia.net Published On :: In Singapore, nonmedical healthcare personnel who were caring for patients with COVID-19 are at an increased risk for psychological distress related to the pandemic. Full Article
vi Anxiety, Depression may be Side Effects as Nation Battles with COVID-19 By www.medindia.net Published On :: Several people may experience emotional distress and be at higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders like depression and anxiety during COVID-19 pandemic, reports a new study. Full Article
vi Dance with Your Grandma to Keep Your Mind and Body Fresh during COVID-19 Lockdown By www.medindia.net Published On :: Dancing with your grandma and grandpa could be the best way to boost both physical and mental health, reports a new study. Physical fitness and social Full Article
vi How to Navigate Newfound Togetherness During COVID-19? By www.medindia.net Published On :: Cooped-Up Couples: Therapists have outlined how to navigate the newfound togetherness during the coronavirus pandemic. Of the many ways the coronavirus Full Article
vi Mental Health of Frontline COVID-19 Staff By www.medindia.net Published On :: During this time of COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers are psychologically impacted by their work and require psychological support from multiple levels Full Article
vi MIT Technology Review: Is Pakistan running out of fresh water? By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 02 Apr 2018 03:41:26 +0000 The sight of water flowing from taps may soon be a luxury, with people having to queue up at tankers for just a bucket load of water for their daily needs. Full Article Asia News IWMI in the news Regional News South Asia News Z-News Arif Anwar desalination Pakistan Water Scarcity
vi How a dry village got its feet wet By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 16 Jan 2019 06:10:07 +0000 As Laos seeks to strengthen food security and rural livelihoods, while adapting agriculture to climate change impacts, the potential of groundwater irrigation can only grow. Lessons learned from IWMI’s pilot study should prove valuable for helping realize this potential. Full Article Asia News Blog Regional News Z-Featured Content Z-News climate change Groundwater groundwater irrigation home gardens irrigation Laos rice cultivation rural livelihoods seasonal water scarcity surface water Water Resources
vi Navigating the road to socially inclusive hydropower By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Thu, 21 Feb 2019 11:23:26 +0000 Asia Times opinion article reports insights from new research in Nepal. Full Article Asia News Blog Nepal News Regional News South Asia News Z-Featured Content Z-News Asia Times Diana Suhardiman Environment Hydropower
vi Coronavirus Pandemic in TN: 49 New Cases Reported By www.medindia.net Published On :: Tamil Nadu has reported 49 new coronavirus positive cases, said Health Minister C. Vijayabaskar. He said that the state had adopted a multi-pronged Full Article
vi COVID-19: 75.3% Dead Are Over 60 Yrs By www.medindia.net Published On :: COVID-19 mortality rate in India is around 3.3 per cent and research on side effects of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is underway, said the Union Health Ministry. Full Article
vi COVID Cases in Delhi Surpass 2,000 By www.medindia.net Published On :: Total number of COVID-19 cases crossed the 2,000-mark in the national capital on Sunday with the death toll mounting to 45. A total of 83 people have Full Article
vi Coronavirus Infection Cases Doubling Every 9.7 Days Now: Harsh Vardhan By www.medindia.net Published On :: Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan asserted that doubling rate of COVID-19 cases has increased from three days before imposition of lockdown in March to 9. Full Article
vi COVID-19 in India: No Fresh Corona Cases in Northeastern States By www.medindia.net Published On :: No new coronavirus positive cases were reported from any of the eight northeastern states in the past 24 hours even as several people, who had earlier Full Article
vi COVID-19 in India: 11 Cities in Rajasthan, WB, MP and Maharashtra Under Serious Situation By www.medindia.net Published On :: The COVID-19 situation is especially serious in 11 cities in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and West Bengal, stated sources. The Ministry Full Article