“Papa” don’t preach… I’m in trouble (deep)
In spite of Church opposition, an abortion reform bill has passed in Chile Until 21st August 2017, Chile had one of the world’s strictest policies on abortion. Michelle Bachelet’s Socialist… Read more »
Author Archives: Rebecca Murphy
Weekly health roundup – 12th September
International health news Eating three servings of whole grains a day could lower the risk of developing colon cancer by 17%, according to a report by the American Institute for… Read more »
Self esteem, health and comprehensive sex education
The content of sex education in schools and communities varies hugely – not only worldwide or by country, but also between states and counties. The prevalence of Abstinence Only Until… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup – 14th August
International health news The prevalence of colorectal cancer in white people aged under 55 is rising. The cause remains unknown as there has been a decline in the diagnoses and… Read more »
The Dubai stone
Diabetes is a ‘growing’ problem for expats in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). As expats’ weight increases, so does their risk of type 2 diabetes. The number of expats… Read more »
Cholera outbreak in Yemen
Yemen finds itself in the midst of the worst cholera outbreak in the world. Since it was declared on April 27th this year, over 430,000 citizens have been diagnosed and… Read more »
The fight for the right to choose flat shoes
Dress codes are jeopardising women’s health, safety and comfort in the workplace.The encumbrance of impractical footwear at work remains overlooked by legislators and company directors, with many companies continuing to… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup – 17th July
International Health News Measles has killed 35 people in the past 12 months in Europe. The endemic is not under control in countries with vaccination rates of less than 95%…. Read more »
Weekly health roundup – July 10th
International health news Three strains of gonorrhea have developed immunity to antibiotics. The Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership is researching the development of new medication to cure the superbug…. Read more »
Madrid hosts World Pride 2017
World Pride is in full swing in Spain’s capital, with celebrations attracting crowds of an estimated three million people. Rainbow flags hang from balconies and shop windows, stores are filled… Read more »