How dirty is it?
It’s commonly known that there are a lot of bacteria in the workspace, but what are the exact numbers? Have you ever thought about how dirty the space is where… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup May 29
International health news A new study has shown that, by 2040, one-third of tuberculosis cases in Russia could be drug resistant. Due to the drug-resistant strain of tuberculosis, more people… Read more »
Are expats’ mental health being jeopardized at work?
Many people feel they have to hide mental health issues at work because it is a professional environment, where personal problems shouldn’t be aired. Not expressing certain things because it… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup May 22
International health news Stricter rules on cigarette packaging are being introduced in the UK. They must be sold in green standardised packaging with warnings to discourage people to start smoking…. Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup May 15
International health news Research conducted by Aetna International shows that International Private Medical Insurance (PMI) claims for depression have increased by 50% between 2014 and 2016. The research also found… Read more »
Azerbaijan introduces compulsory health insurance
After a year of government negotiations and drafting, a pilot programme of compulsory health insurance has been introduced in Azerbaijan. The project was put in place in February in two… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup May 8
International health news A new ‘exercise pill’ could possibly deliver the benefits of fitness in the form of a tablet. The drugs could change the lives of those unable to… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup May 1
International health news According to new studies published by the American Heart Association, diet sodas might do more than just physical harm; they could also be linked to dementia and… Read more »
Pollution and its effects on health
It is clear that pollution is not good for the human body and that the air in cities is not as fresh as in the countryside. However, does it have… Read more »
Weekly Health Roundup April 24
International health news The ECDC has provided a measles update after an outbreak in Europe over the past months. They have reported that this epidemic has caused 16 deaths in… Read more »