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The U.S. is vehemently opposed to Canada’s intention to put labels on unhealthy processed foods. Here’s why Canada should continue to stand its ground during NAFTA renegotiations.
When present in the lowest atmospheric layer, ozone becomes a concern for human and plant health.
Weight stigma at the doctors can be mentally and physically harmful.
To help ensure that environmental and health services are available in slums, Indian women are asserting their rights thanks to solidarity networks and non-confrontational approaches.
Although loneliness may seem timeless and universal, the word seems to have originated in the 16th century,
Sweat comes from special parts in our skin called glands. You might be able to see them if you have a very strong magnifying glass.
Women with AIDS were excluded from the US definition of the syndrome until 1993. What’s changed?
South Africa’s food making giant, Tiger Brands, could have handled the listeriosis crisis better.
We often hear that we need to reduce our sugar intake. But don’t skimp on the fruit – eating whole fruit (not juice) is much healthier.
A health and human rights researcher, therapist and professor explains why racial justice is a public health issue.
Hiccups serve no clear purpose. Tadpoles have a hiccup reflex which helps keep their lungs safe while they transition. So our hiccup reflex might be from our amphibian ancestors.
A massive rural on-grid electrification programme in Rwanda has delivered considerable benefits. But is it the most sensible way to deliver power to remote areas?
Social isolation is linked to higher blood pressure, lower cognitive abilities and even increased chances of premature death.
People tend to value potential future rewards less than similar immediate rewards when they must choose between them. Psychologists and economists call this “delay discounting”.
Childhood adversity doesn’t just affect our choices – according to new research, it also weakens the body’s fundamental ability to stay healthy in old age.
Cannabis use among the baby boomer generation is on the rise, here’s why.
When day zero arrives in Cape Town, the routine surveillance systems that monitor disease outbreaks will be enhanced to pick up new diseases.
Most people assume the only reason to eat healthy foods is to stay slim. But being slim doesn’t mean you’re healthy, and doesn’t mean it’s OK to eat junk.
Despite the technological advances that humanity has known for millennia, the standard of living did not begin to rise until around 1800.
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