Although the babies look adorable, images of sleeping infants on their stomachs that are used in media may be promoting unsafe practices. Click to read more.
Health
An editorial published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine argues that in order to lose weight, people should focus more on what they eat than on exercise. Click to read more.
Focus on food, not exercise, to lose weight
Malaria kills around 1,300 children every day in sub-Saharan Africa alone. A new malaria vaccine, the first ever, has the potential to prevent millions of malaria cases. Click to read more.
New malaria vaccine would be a breakthrough
Estimates are that myopia affects about one in three people in India and the number of children developing it is on the rise. Click to read how to take precautions.
More sun, less TV to prevent myopia
Despite the prevalence of diabetes in India, many people still don't know the facts about the disease, its causes and how to treat it. Click to learn more.
9 common myths about diabetes
India succeeded in eliminating polio through immunizations, but only 44% of children under age 2 get vaccinated. The government plans to change that. Click to read more.
India answers the call to vaccinate children
Research shows that the measles vaccine can help save lives by providing a secondary benefit against other infectious diseases.
Measles vaccine prevents other infectious diseases too
According to a study, ice cream with probiotics added in could boost oral health in children. Click to read more.
Cavity-reducing ice-cream? Kids’ dream come true!
Washing hands and wiping the area used to prepare poultry with disinfectant wipes can greatly limit illness-causing bacteria. Click to read more.
Disinfect surfaces to wipe out kitchen bacteria
Cholera is a disease that is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. The bacteria only affects humans. It […]
Everything you need to know about cholera
In a stunning finding, researchers report that couples who had more sex for the purposes of an experiment didn't become happier. Click to read more.
Having more sex for science isn’t satisfying says science
Many women who have a miscarriage blame themselves. However, miscarriages are quite common and often they are caused by factors beyond the woman's control.
Misconceptions about miscarriage lead to misery
Many studies have demonstrated the health benefits of sleep, including weight control, immunity, muscle strength and sexual health.
The many health benefits of sleep
A new study from Japan echoes the sentiments of advocates for attachment parenting and mothers world over: holding a fussing baby can calm them down and let you get to the root of their dissatisfaction.
Hold tight: Carry your baby to calm her down
When one restaurant replaced unhealthy items with healthier options, orders of healthy foods increased and the restaurant's revenue continued to grow.
Kids eat healthy food if it’s on the kids menu
Indulging your appetite on a short holiday may not seem like a big deal. However, binge eating on high-fat food can disrupt your metabolism. Click to read more.
Holiday high-fat binge eating can wreck your metabolism
A new study claims that being rich or poor can actually be alter the anatomy of the brain. Click to read more.
Can financial conditions actually shape brain anatomy?
Getting children to pay attention in class for long periods is a challenge for any teacher, but giving them standing desks seems to help. Click to read more.
Standing desks get kids’ attention
Experiences that incite awe in us can benefit our health and friendships. Click to be amazed!
Awesome is good for health and friendship
New research indicates that a daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids, like in fish oil, can help children control their outbursts. Click to read more.
Fish-oil may even help with behaviour problems
A woman's mood and relationship status plays a much bigger role than hormones in how much she desires to have sex, a study found. Now it's up to the couple.