Category: Healthcare

International health news Costco agrees to phase out the use of antibiotics in its chicken – Why? The overuse of antibiotics in animals raised for food production can make the bacteria stronger…. Read more »

International health news A simple skin test may be used to detect disorders which occur in the brain such as Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Parkinson’s. Abnormal proteins which collect in the… Read more »

International health news Where NOT to fall ill abroad – International SOS published International Health Risk Map showing the standard of healthcare around the world – Greece, Japan, Iceland, the… Read more »

International health news Skunk-like cannabis increases the risk of psychosis – A recent study has found a link between the use of potent cannabis and psychosis in 24% of the… Read more »

In order to disclose patterns and reveal the best national healthcare systems in Europe, the Euro Health Consumer Index (EHCI) was published by the Health Consumer Powerhouse recently. The data was… Read more »

International health news Fat is the sixth taste according to Australian scientists, which contradicts the generally accepted list of five basic, or primary tastes: sweet, salt, bitter, sour and umami…. Read more »

International health news Heartburn ‘possible cancer sign’ – Doctors are urging people not to ignore persistent heartburn which could be a sign of stomach or oesophageal cancer. WHO promises reform — After… Read more »

Aviva has been working to expand its international private medical insurance options for clients, adding four popular expat destinations to its portfolio. Customers can now buy fully compliant cover for… Read more »

International health news Inactivity deadlier than obesity — A 12-year study has suggested inactivity kills twice as many people as obesity as people are urged to exercise just 20 minutes a day…. Read more »