v CSRWire: Wastewater Is a Source of Valuable Water, Energy and Nutrients: How Do We Recover It? By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 10:45:18 +0000 Smart water technologies continue to advance, but there is still more that needs to be done to develop net-zero energy and energy-positive technologies in the water and wastewater sector. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
v 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
v Devex: How satellite images could improve water management in Africa By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 15:13:21 +0000 “One of the big challenges of dealing with water resource management is: How are you going to manage something if you can't measure it?” said William Rex, senior adviser at the International Water Management Institute. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
v 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
v SciDev: Tap big data to fight floods and droughts in Africa By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 04:58:29 +0000 And when it comes to adapting to climate change, knowledge is power, which is why a new programme to gather continent-wide information on water could be a game-changer. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-Featured Content Z-News Claudia Sadoff climate climate change
v 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
v Developing Telecoms: Satcoms to support African water management By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:08:39 +0000 A welcome piece of positive news for Africa comes from the Sri Lanka-headquartered International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and a new satellite data initiative. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
v BNI Online: Turning off the tap, while tapping into inclusive institutions By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:11:54 +0000 As we mark World Water Day, experts and communities alike will be sharing messages on water scarcity under climate change, emphasizing the need to use this precious resource judiciously. ‘Don’t take more than you need,’ they’ll advise. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
v 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
v 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
v 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
v 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
v PIM: Game of Unknowns: Beyond the Win-Win, Toward Inclusive Development By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:37:41 +0000 A game stimulates a mind – at any age - to explore and wonder. A board game, often based on a near-life setting, offers a safe informal environment where players can interact and learn from each other. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
v The Water Channel: More crop per drop: Farmer-learning and the promise of improved water use in agriculture By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 14:59:53 +0000 It has been said many times that there is very little irrigation development in Africa, that there is little water storage per head of population, that this adds up to high vulnerability to droughts. Full Article IWMI in the news Z-News
v 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
v Statins Under-prescribed to Prevent Cardiac Diseases: Study By www.medindia.net Published On :: Statins, the most commonly used cholesterol-lowering agents, were found to be significantly underutilized to treat lipid abnormalities in patients who Full Article
v Levels of 'Remnant' or 'Ugly' Cholesterol much Higher than Formerly Believed By www.medindia.net Published On :: A completely different type of cholesterol is more likely to cause cardiovascular disease than previously believed. This is the remnant particle cholesterol Full Article
v Screening for Genetic High Cholesterol Could Help Avoid Heart Attack By www.medindia.net Published On :: Screening programs were found to identify patients and family members affected by heterozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia so that lifestyle changes Full Article
v Avocado a Day Keeps The Bad Cholesterol Away By www.medindia.net Published On :: Cholesterol can be kept at bay by consuming at least an avocado a day. Researchers say that avocados are healthier synonyms for apples. According to Full Article
v Cholesterol Levels in American Adults Declining By www.medindia.net Published On :: Since the implementation of the 2013 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Guideline on the Treatment of Blood Cholesterol, cholesterol levels in American adults are declining. Full Article
v Drug Under Investigation Effective at Lowering Bad Cholesterol By www.medindia.net Published On :: Injecting the new experimental cholesterol-lowering agent 'Inclisiran' reduces low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol effectively in patients already Full Article
v Link Between Cholesterol Levels and Heart Disease Risk Identified By www.medindia.net Published On :: In people under 45 years, a strong association between non-HDL cholesterol levels and long-term risk for cardiovascular disease has been suggested. The Full Article
v 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
v Trending Health and Fitness Goals Everyone Should Set This New Year 2020 By www.medindia.net Published On :: New year 2020 is almost here to start with a bang. Picking out the right food, gadgets, exercises, and outdoor activities well in advance can help you Full Article
v Indians Spend Over 1,800 Hours A Year On Smartphone Averagely By www.medindia.net Published On :: An average Indian is spending one-third of his or her waking hours on phone - nearly 1,800 hours a year. Three out offour respondent said if smartphone Full Article
v HIIT Workouts: 60-Second Intervals with 60-Second Breaks can Boost Your Fitness By www.medindia.net Published On :: Getting involved in high-intensity interval training (HIIT), also called high-intensity intermittent exercise or sprint interval training, can boost your overall fitness levels, reports a new study. Full Article
v Easy Tips for Mindful Eating During Christmas Revealed By www.medindia.net Published On :: Christmas is the synonym for cheer, festivities, gifts, food, family, friends, and a whole lot of fun. We tend to indulge in our favorite food over the festive season. Full Article
v 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
v 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
v Top 3 Travel Destinations of Decade: Bangkok, London, Paris By www.medindia.net Published On :: Top 10 travel destinations have remained mostly consistent over the past decade, with London, Paris, and Bangkok taking the top three spots, according to a new report. Full Article
v Top 8 Ways to Make 2020 Your Best Year Ever By www.medindia.net Published On :: Wise words for living a life of real meaning and joy this New Year 2020 have been revealed by CSU faculty experts in psychology, gerontology and palliative care. Full Article
v Perfect Tips for Healthy Arteries and Veins By www.medindia.net Published On :: Formation of blood clots and varicose veins are a very common condition that affects people at any age and at any time. Taking extra care can keep your Full Article
v Music Provokes 13 Fundamental Emotions By www.medindia.net Published On :: Music is the most common language, and evokes 13 overwhelming emotions in people, say researchers who have mapped the most extensive array of emotions that are felt worldwide. Full Article
v Valentine's Day: Perfect 5 Tips to Make Your Relationship Last Longer By www.medindia.net Published On :: Valentine's day (February 14supth/sup) is almost here, are you ready to surprise your partner with Valentine's day romantic gifts? Relax, instead Full Article
v Valentine's Day 2020: Four Types of Love Revealed By www.medindia.net Published On :: Eros, Philia, Storge, and Agape are the four different kinds of love, some are healthy and some are not, said an expert. Eros: erotic, passionate Full Article
v Low-cost, Disposable Alternative for the Caregiver By www.medindia.net Published On :: For some infants, a wet diaper is cause for an instant, vociferous demand to be changed, while other babies may be unfazed and happy to haul around the Full Article
v Never Trust a Person's Face, Reveals Research By www.medindia.net Published On :: Researchers have said that facial expressions might not be reliable indicators of emotion. People should never trust a person's face, added researchers. Full Article
v Social Factors That Improve Health Discovered By www.medindia.net Published On :: Individuals in the LGBT community face stressors that have dire consequences on their health. Researchers from Michigan State University are the first Full Article
v Walking, Home Workouts Appear Safe Alternatives to Gym By www.medindia.net Published On :: Fitness and health experts advised gym freaks to hit the neighbourhood parks and make their home a place to work out with the growing COVID-19 scare. They, Full Article
v 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
v 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
v 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
v 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
v 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
v Light Therapy Helps Improve Mood in People With Concussion By www.medindia.net Published On :: Early morning blue light therapy was found to decrease depression and other concussion symptoms in people with mild traumatic brain injury, stated study Full Article
v Psychotherapy Unavailable to Most of the People Requiring Mental Health By www.medindia.net Published On :: Physician psychotherapy is only available to a fraction of those with urgent mental health needs in Ontario, according to a joint study by the Centre Full Article
v New Study Reveals People of Different Generations are Equally Lonely By www.medindia.net Published On :: Researchers have said that people of different generations are equally lonely, but for different reasons. London, March 12 People of different generations Full Article
v New Drug may Reduce the Side Effects of Medication Against Severe Depression By www.medindia.net Published On :: New substances discovered could ease the severe side effects of the medication or the drugs taken by patients for treating severe depression, reports a new study. Full Article
v 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
v 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