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Measles outbreaks in Europe, Africa, Americas
Signs warn of a measles outbreak. Measles has been on the rise in 2011. Significant measles outbreaks have been reported on three continents so far in 2011. The World Health Organization (WHO) now has...
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Study: 25% of Canadians eat too much fat
Canadians eat too much junk food, found a recent study. Healthy food subsidies may be an answer. A quarter of Canadians between ages 31-50 eat too much fattening food, according to a recent study from...
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Is a happy expat a healthy expat?
Is there a link between happiness and health? Expats who are happier living abroad are potentially healthier, according to experts. Happiness has been linked to longevity and a decreased risk of...
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Retired expats – stay active and stay healthy
The EU aims to promote active ageing in 2012 2012 is the European Year for Active Ageing. Part of its objective is to promote healthy aging by actively contributing to your local environment. A survey...
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Wealthier expats have better health
People with high socioeconomic status are healthier than those with a lower one. Scientists have found that people with a high socioeconomic status have better health than those with a lower...
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Air pollution in Europe reduces life expectancy by 2 years
There are still high levels of some types of air pollutants in the EU. According to experts, almost a third of European city dwellers are exposed to excessive concentrations of airborne particulate...
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WHO “Atlas” links climate change and health
If climate and health services worked together lives could be saved with better preparedness, early-warning systems and risk reduction. Changes to the world’s climate is having an effect on the health...
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Euro crisis sparks European obesity fears
The economic crisis in Europe is forcing people to buy cheaper, unhealthier food and is driving up obesity rates. According to data from several Eurozone countries, the economic crisis is changing...
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Virtual pharmacies and the future
Purchasing pills online is not necessarily a bitter pill. With technology slowly taking over our lives, and human cashiers being replaced at supermarkets, can healthcare also become virtual and replace...
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Bankers facing “global health crisis”
Global bankers are facing increasing health risks due to a “climate of fear”. Expats working in the financial sector could be heading for a health crisis brought about by work pressure, fear of losing...
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