Category: Health & Safety

Gender Transition Lawsuits to Become ‘International Trend,’ Psychiatrist Warns

September 9, 2022
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An Australian psychiatrist has warned there may be an increase in the number of litigations related to gender transition surgeries on an international scale, saying the trend highlights the loopholes in the current gender-affirmative model. The concern follows a media report by The Sydney Morning Herald about a Sydney woman who had hormone treatment and surgically…

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Can Turmeric Really Fight Inflammation, Cancer, Depression?—7 Wonders of Turmeric

September 9, 2022
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Locked in turmeric’s molecules is the bioactive compound curcumin, which is the primary source of turmeric’s health potency. Curcumin delivers a host of health benefits, including stopping inflammation, boosting immunity, and staving off cancer. So will just drinking turmeric powder and “turmeric lattes” really bring any health gain? Things like infection, pollution, and excessive stress…

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Hong Kong TCM Doctor Takes Chinese Medicine Clinic On-Line in UK

September 8, 2022
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Some people who are Hong Kong immigrants in Great Britain are susceptible to stomach problems, colds, and skin problems precipitated by changes in food and climate. They are usually advised to reduce fruit consumption and keep themselves warm. With the support of the internet and Britain’s postal delivery system, Hongkongers now have greater access to…

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Can Ketogenic Mooncakes Help to Lose Weight? Nutritionist: Beware of Fat Bombs

September 8, 2022
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The Mid-Autumn Festival is around the corner, and the variety of mooncakes is a feast for the eyes. In addition to traditional mooncakes, there are also ketogenic mooncakes which are sugar-free and low-calorie. However, a nutritionist cautioned that ketogenic mooncakes are not weight-reducing mooncakes. If people overindulge in them, they will not only gain belly…

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Pfizer to Acquire Australian Digital Health Company for $180 Million

September 7, 2022
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The majority of shareholders of a small digital health company in Brisbane have approved the $180 million (US$121 million) takeover bid from global pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. During a virtual scheme meeting on Sept. 7, nearly 83 percent of ResApp’s shares were voted in favour of the takeover, which exceeded the 75 percent supermajority required. While…

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The Bittersweet Truth About the Fruit We Love to Eat

September 7, 2022
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Fruits and vegetables go together like “two peas in a pod”—but are they really as similar as we’ve been told? In general, the nutrients from fruits can be quite different from those of vegetables. Their respective effects on our health can also be very different, especially when considering the varying content of fructose sugar in…

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Pennsylvania’s New ‘Venue Shopping’ Rule for Malpractice Cases Will Worsen Doctor Shortage, Critics Say

September 7, 2022
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A seemingly small procedural court change made by the Civil Procedural Rules Committee of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court is expected to have devastating consequences for public health in the state, according to health care advocates, but medical malpractice plaintiff attorneys are celebrating the change. In August, the court reversed its own 20-year rule banning “venue shopping”…

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Looking at Heart Health With Traditional Chinese Medicine

September 6, 2022
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Cardiovascular disease is the world’s deadliest disease. The World Health Organization estimates that 17.9 million people die from it each year. What does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) say about cardiovascular disease? The Epoch Times looked at TCM and its relation to heart health. It’s no secret that dietary habits are a big factor in cardiovascular…

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Taiwanese Doctor Recommends 6 Foods to Combat an Aging Appearance

September 6, 2022
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The ageing process gradually breaks down the collagen and elastin fibers that keep your skin young and firm. Aging can also weaken the muscles that support the structure of your face. While these phenomena are difficult to avoid, physicians suggest you can delay them with the use of skin care products and by maintaining a…

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More Needed to Lower Australian Suicide Rates: PM

September 5, 2022
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia needs to do more to address the rate of suicide. Speaking at a parliamentary breakfast in Canberra on Tuesday, he said it was a personal priority during his time as prime minister to reduce the number of Australians taking their own life. “A compassionate nation like ours simply cannot…

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