80% of premature baby deaths happen in poorer countries. Five simple measures that can help save them: Worldwide in 2020 a baby died every 40 seconds because of complications of prematurity. Preterm birth is the leading cause of death among children under 5 years old. The burden of preterm birth is heavier in in low- …
Social prescribing could help support young people’s mental health – but calls for a national strategy in England may be premature: GPs could "prescribe" activities to a child or teen with the aim of improving health and wellbeing. PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/ Shutterstock A growing number of children and adolescents in England are seeking access to …
Elon Musk crowdsourced Twitter’s new X logo but research shows shifting focus to the ‘everything app’ may be premature: A succession of upheavals have characterised Elon Musk’s leadership of Twitter since he acquired the social media platform in November 2022 – from his U-turns on the acquisition, to firings and rehirings and a significant drop …
Planting more trees could reduce premature deaths in European cities by a third – new research: Amsterdam, Netherlands. Planting trees in urban areas can reduce the impacts of urban heat islands. Dutch_Photos/Shutterstock Urban development leads to fewer shaded areas and more heat-absorbing paved surfaces. Cities tend to be warmer than their rural surroundings as a …
Short bursts of physical activity during daily life may lower risk of premature death – new research: Short bursts of physical activity could be as simple as playing with your children or grandchildren. Prostock-studio/ Shutterstock Most of us know that regular exercise is important for our health and longevity. But with our busy schedules, many …
Lifting weights once a week linked to reduced risk of premature death – new study: It is well known that aerobic exercise, such as running and cycling, can help you live longer, but less has been known about the effect of lifting weights on longevity. Now, results from a new study suggest that adding weightlifting …
‘Weekend warrior’ exercise still lowers risk of premature death – new research: Only exercising on weekends can still be good for your health. Monkey Business Images/ Shutterstock We’re all told time and again just how important it is to exercise for good health. But with our busy schedules, finding the time to work out is …
Air pollution in fast-growing African cities presents a risk of premature death: Road traffic is one of the causes of air pollution in Lagos, Nigeria. Photo by Pius Utomi Ekpei/AFP via Getty Images Ten more African cities have signed on to the C40 Clean Air Cities Declaration to improve air quality. C40 is an international …
Just 30-90 minutes of resistance training weekly decreases risk of premature death – new research: It's important to do resistance training alongside other types of exercise. Leszek Glasner/ Shutterstock There’s long been evidence that moderate aerobic exercise (think walking, running, or cycling) are good for your lifelong health and well-being. Research even shows us more …
South Africa in the news: Premature to Assume Omicron a ‘Mild’ Virus, Booster Dose ‘Imminent’, Says Karnataka Surveillance Panel Member: As the numbers increase, the virus may exhibit more virulence, said Dr Vishal Rao said. Concluding that Omicron shows no or mild symptoms should be considered anecdotal, he warned.: “South Africa” – BingNews Journalism of …
Kenya has imposed a holiday season COVID-19 vaccine mandate: why it’s premature: Kenya national rugby union team supporters, like these celebrating victory over Germany, face a compulsory vaccine mandate. Photo by Yasuyoshi Chiba/AFP via Getty Images Kenya is to impose restrictions on access to public spaces for those who have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 …
More parks and waterways in cities could prevent premature deaths, study finds: Urban parks and waterways are crucial to the wellbeing of city residents. Yanapi Senaud | unsplash, FAL For city dwellers, having access to green space is generally touted as a guardian of good health. Research shows that spending time in parks and urban …
South Africa in the news: Fed’s Powell says ‘premature’ to up rates despite inflation risk: WASHINGTON – Despite a risk that high inflation in the United States could persist, it would be “premature” to raise borrowing rates and risk slowing the economic recovery, Federal Reserve Chair …: “South Africa” – BingNews ‘More Ghanaians Risk Getting …
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Belly fat linked to higher risk of premature death, regardless of your weight: 'Apple shaped' people store more fat in their abdomen, while 'pear shaped' people store it in their lower body. Red Confidential/ Shutterstock It’s well known that carrying extra fat around your waist can be harmful to your health, bringing greater risk of …
The number of premature baby deaths is still too high. What can be done about it: A mother holds the foot of her premature baby. Prematurity is the most common cause of neonatal death globally. UNICEF Ethiopia/2012/Pudlowski In 2015 just under 6 million children under the age of five died across the globe. Of these, …