Why Londoners in the blitz all wore face masks to prevent infection – unlike today's objectors
Jul 14, 2020 08:25 am UTC| Insights & Views Health
As COVID-19 spread in Britain, journalists and politicians took to comparing the pandemic to the blitz. From the blitz spirit to the death toll, the German bombing campaign in the second world war has become a go-to for...
Coronavirus: Kazakhstan denies 'unknown pneumonia' reports but has imposed second national lockdown
Jul 14, 2020 08:18 am UTC| Politics Health
Kazakhstan became the first country in the world to enter a second nationwide lockdown on July 5 following a spike in coronavirus cases. The two-week lockdown, which could be extended if the spread of the virus continues,...
Lower back pain: Do these four exercises at home to relieve this disorder
Jul 14, 2020 07:37 am UTC| Health
Lower back pain is a disorder that is commonly experienced by a lot of people. It is the most common reason why people go to the doctor or miss work, and it is also the leading cause of disability worldwide. It can be...
Chamomile tea: Reduce your risk of dying by regularly drinking this tea
Jul 14, 2020 07:33 am UTC| Health
Did you know that chamomile tea can reduce your risk of death no matter what may cause it? We all want to lead a healthier and longer life. Who doesnt? All the more now that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shown...
Bubonic plague: Will we be facing a second pandemic alongside the coronavirus?
Jul 11, 2020 05:31 am UTC| Health
People had cause to worry when news broke out of bubonic plague cases in the inner Mongolia region of China. Not only that, but authorities had also issued a citywide plague prevention warning at level 3 there. The...
Weight loss: Burn fats with these food and pack on the abs
Jul 10, 2020 10:44 am UTC| Health
Losing weight takes effort, even more, if you want some abs in there. It doesnt happen in a flash, but if you just aim for a healthier life, then most likely, your shedding off those extra pounds will be consistent. And,...
Keto diet: The other benefits of Keto aside from weight loss
Jul 10, 2020 10:13 am UTC| Health
Keto diet, the low-carb high-fat diet, has become popular in recent years not only because of its weight loss benefits but also because it helps in regulating the blood sugar. And, a new study also shows that the keto...
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