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Diverse Diets Are Essential for Nourishing a Healthy Planet as Well as Healthy People

It’s often said that we are what we eat. However, our diets are also a reflection on the health of our food systems, the environment and agricultural biodiversity. In the same way that our bodies need a range of nutrients for optimum health, the environment also benefits from systems that produce a variety of foods, […]




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Asian Development Blog: Key Strategies to Improve Mental Health Support Across Asia and the Pacific

World Mental Health Day is a timely reminder that integrating mental health care into schools, workplaces, and communities is critical for improving health outcomes and reducing costs. Expanding digital interventions and peer-support systems are also crucial, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.




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Asian Development Blog: How Strengthened Regulations and Healthcare Can Prevent Lead Poisoning

Lead exposure remains a significant public health threat in Asia and the Pacific, especially in low- and middle-income countries. The global effort to address lead poisoning must focus on stricter regulations, enhanced healthcare capacity, and coordinated international action to protect vulnerable populations.




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Broncos assistant head coach Mike Westhoff steps down due to health reasons

Broncos assistant head coach Mike Westhoff, an instrumental figure in the team’s special teams success, is stepping down to monitor a potential health issue.




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2963-MON: Fifth Health Sector Development Project[# BBE-02/15 Supply of Blood Bank equipment for National Tranfusiology Center in Mongolia]




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Health Care Quality Improvement Program

The program aims to improve the quality of health care as stipulated in the Government Program, 2021-2026, Health Sector Strategy 2023-2026, the UHI Concept Paper, and the Quality of Care Strategy 2022-2026.




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Climate-smart Health Services System Enhancement Project

The project will be aligned with the following impacts: (i) modern public health service system ensuring well-being of all Thais in an effective, fair, sufficient, and sustainable manner developed; and (ii) UHC, including access to essential health care services, sustained. The outcome is: access to quality public hospital services by all in selected provinces improved.




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GMS Cross-Border Livestock Health and Value Chains Improvement Project

The project will reduce trans-boundary animal diseases (TAD), food safety and zoonotic disease risks and strengthen livestock value chains and COVID-19 responses through investments in infrastructure, capacity building and policy support. The project will have the following outcome: health, value chains, and formal trade of livestock and livestock products improved. The project will be aligned with the following impact: GMS vision as a leading supplier of safe and environmentally friendly agriculture products realized.




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Listening to worms wriggle can help us monitor ecosystem health

The noises made by organisms like ants and worms as they move around in the soil can be used to assess whether an ecosystem is in good shape




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Why excessive positivity is bad for your health and mental well-being

There are real benefits to a positive mindset, but the idea that we should always look on the bright side has gone too far. Research into toxic positivity can help restore balance




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How to easily satisfy your salt cravings without damaging your health

Could potassium fortification be the answer we're looking for when it comes to battling our unhealthy addiction to salt?




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The vital viruses that shape your microbiome and your health

Your body is home to trillions of beneficial viruses crucial for a healthy microbiome. We may one day be able to tweak this "virome" to treat obesity and anxiety




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Why midlife is the perfect time to take control of your future health

The lifestyle choices you make in middle age play a particularly important role in how your brain ages




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Are you truly healthy? These new tests provide the ultimate check-up

Conventional measures like blood pressure and body mass index only tell you so much. Testing your microbiome and metabolites, or even discovering your “immune grade”, can offer a clearer picture of your health




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Why overcoming your cynicism could be key to a healthier, happier life

Evidence suggests that cynicism is bad for your health. Neuroscientist Jamil Zaki describes the three ways to conquer your inner cynic to boost your well-being




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How the healing powers of botany can reduce anxiety and boost health

Surrounding ourselves with greenery can do wonders for our physical and mental wellbeing. Kathy Willis reveals just what kinds of plants are best for our brains and bodies, and why




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The surprising mental health and brain benefits of weight-loss drugs

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have unexpected effects on the brain, opening up potential new ways to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and Alzheimer’s




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The brain has its own microbiome. Here's what it means for your health

Neuroscientists have been surprised to discover that the human brain is teeming with microbes, and we are beginning to suspect they could play a role in neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's




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Why frenemies, or love-hate relationships, are so bad for your health

Friends who blow hot and cold put more strain on your physical and mental health than enemies. Here's how to spot them and handle them




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How bad is vaping for your health? We’re finally getting answers

As more of us take up vaping and concerns rise about the long-term effects, we now have enough data to get a grip on the health impact – and how it compares to smoking




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The surprisingly simple supernutrient with far-reaching health impacts

Most ingredients touted as the key to better health fail to live up to the hype but fibre bucks this trend, with benefits for the whole body, not just the gut




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The surprising truth about the health benefits of snacking

We get about a quarter of our calories from snacks and new research shows that this isn't necessarily bad for us. Done right, snacking can boost our health




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The complete guide to cooking oils and how they affect your health

From seed oils to olive oil, we now have an overwhelming choice of what to cook with. Here’s how they all stack up, according to the scientific evidence




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The surprisingly simple supernutrient with far-reaching health impacts

Most ingredients touted as the key to better health fail to live up to the hype but fibre bucks this trend, with benefits for the whole body, not just the gut




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The surprising truth about the health benefits of snacking

We get about a quarter of our calories from snacks and new research shows that this isn't necessarily bad for us. Done right, snacking can boost our health




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War-era sugar rationing boosted health of UK people conceived in 1940s

People conceived during the UK's 1940s and 50s sugar rationing have a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure than those conceived after rationing ended




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The complete guide to cooking oils and how they affect your health

From seed oils to olive oil, we now have an overwhelming choice of what to cook with. Here’s how they all stack up, according to the scientific evidence




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Lung Cancer Can Diminish Sexual Health for Women

Title: Lung Cancer Can Diminish Sexual Health for Women
Category: Health News
Created: 8/11/2022 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/11/2022 12:00:00 AM




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How Much Is a Healthy and Realistic Amount of Weight You Can Lose In a Month?

Title: How Much Is a Healthy and Realistic Amount of Weight You Can Lose In a Month?
Category: Health and Living
Created: 8/15/2022 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/15/2022 12:00:00 AM




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Getting Kids Out in Nature Boosts Lung Health, Study Finds

Title: Getting Kids Out in Nature Boosts Lung Health, Study Finds
Category: Health News
Created: 7/27/2022 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 7/27/2022 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Soothing a Sore Throat

Title: Health Tip: Soothing a Sore Throat
Category: Health News
Created: 8/28/2007 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/28/2007 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Excessive Sweating

Title: Health Tip: Excessive Sweating
Category: Health News
Created: 8/28/2007 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/28/2007 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Exercise Your Brain

Title: Health Tip: Exercise Your Brain
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2008 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Help Prevent a Herniated Disk

Title: Health Tip: Help Prevent a Herniated Disk
Category: Health News
Created: 8/29/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2008 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: When Baby Throws a Tantrum

Title: Health Tip: When Baby Throws a Tantrum
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/23/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Talking to a Loved One About Anorexia

Title: Health Tip: Talking to a Loved One About Anorexia
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/23/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Help Prevent Bloating

Title: Health Tip: Help Prevent Bloating
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: When Alcohol Affects Your Life

Title: Health Tip: When Alcohol Affects Your Life
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM




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2002 Oil Spill May Shed Light on Health Problems for Deepwater Workers

Title: 2002 Oil Spill May Shed Light on Health Problems for Deepwater Workers
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 8:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Highlights: Aug. 23, 2010

Title: Health Highlights: Aug. 23, 2010
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Care Gap May Raise Rates of Colorectal Cancer Death in Blacks

Title: Health Care Gap May Raise Rates of Colorectal Cancer Death in Blacks
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Did You Eat Bad Food?

Title: Health Tip: Did You Eat Bad Food?
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Recognizing COPD

Title: Health Tip: Recognizing COPD
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Highlights: Aug. 24, 2010

Title: Health Highlights: Aug. 24, 2010
Category: Health News
Created: 8/24/2010 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Highlights: Aug. 25, 2010

Title: Health Highlights: Aug. 25, 2010
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2010 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Preexisting Health Issues Add to Problems for Disaster Survivors

Title: Preexisting Health Issues Add to Problems for Disaster Survivors
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2010 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Highlights: Aug. 26, 2010

Title: Health Highlights: Aug. 26, 2010
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2010 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: Training a Toddler to Use the Toilet

Title: Health Tip: Training a Toddler to Use the Toilet
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Health Tip: When Hip Pain Signals Bursitis

Title: Health Tip: When Hip Pain Signals Bursitis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2010 10:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Report: Vaccines Generally Safe, Cause Few Health Problems

Title: Report: Vaccines Generally Safe, Cause Few Health Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2011 11:01:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2011 12:00:00 AM