LONDON, Jan 26 — Cold water swimming can be beneficial for many aspects of health, including blood circulation, the immune system and stress, but UK researchers are now highlighting an additional benefit of this outdoor activity. They have found that it could significantly improve the physical and mental symptoms associated with the menopause. Cold water … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 — The Health Ministry said that the Covid-19 situation in Malaysia does not pose an immediate public health threat as the virus will continue to be present among the population just like any other respiratory viruses such as influenza. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said the overall Covid-19 situation in … Read more
Diabetes is not only associated with an excessive sugar intake but is also closely linked to uncontrolled eating and unhealthy lifestyle.
LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II has cancelled her planned virtual engagements for Tuesday due to “mild” coronavirus symptoms, Buckingham Palace said. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
GENEVA: More evidence is emerging that the Omicron coronavirus variant is affecting the upper respiratory tract, causing milder symptoms than previous variants, a World Health Organization official said on Tuesday. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
BEIJING: A Chinese man has been fined 200,000 yuan (US$31,000) and given a two-year suspended prison sentence after concealing contact with Covid patients and flouting quarantine, as the country toughens restrictions in an uphill battle to eliminate the virus. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
PARIS: Fatigue and shortness of breath still afflict many patients a year after their hospitalisation for Covid-19, according to a new Chinese study calling for a better understanding of the pandemic’s long-term health effects. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
There are a few kinds of sore throats, mainly the dry, tickly kind or the sharp, stabbing kind. (Freepik pic) Dealing with a sore throat can be annoying. Whether you have a big presentation at work, or you’re the emcee at an event, a sore throat may stop you from performing your best during important … Read more
Poles doing salt therapy exercises at the former Wieliczka Salt Mine Health Resort complex located 135 metres underground in Wieliczka, Poland. (AFP pic) WARSAW: Gyrating with gusto to the sounds of “Girls Just Want To Have Fun”, a group of middle-aged Poles is fighting off lingering Covid-19 symptoms with gym circuits. But this is no … Read more
PARIS: Taking anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen does not increase the risk of developing a severe form of Covid-19 or of dying from it, according to a new study, the largest so far on this class of medicines. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
