Lifestyle

Self-harm may be socially contagious among adolescents: Study

Shawdesh DEsk: Self-injury–behaviours like cutting oneself without the intent to die–may be contagious among teenagers, who are more likely to harm themselves when they know someone who has, say researchers.

5-step immunity-boosting routine to kick start your day

Shawdesh desk: The pandemic has made us all follow some of the healthiest habits. From exercising regularly, taking supplements to having kadha, we all are doing all that we can

World leaders, celebrities to join WHO’s “Big Event” for mental health Oct 10

Shawdesh desk: The world leaders and internationally-recognized celebrities and mental health advocates will come together for the World Health Organization’s “Big Event” for mental health marking the World Mental Health

Common cold in past may provide protection from COVID-19: Study

Shawdesh Desk: People who have had a bout of seasonal or common cold in the past may get some protection from COVID-19, according to a study which suggests that immunity

The underused weight loss option: bariatric surgery

Shawdesh desk: Growing rates of obesity among Americans are clear evidence that even the best intentions and strongest motivations are often not enough to help seriously overweight people lose a

Flu vaccine may not increase Covid-19 risk: Study

Shawdesh desk: Researchers have found that receiving the influenza vaccine does not increase a person’s risk for contracting Covid-19 or worsen associated morbidity or mortality. Published in the Journal of

How to protect children’s eyes during remote learning

Shawdesh Desk: More time in front of screens, whether for school or for fun and connection, can result in eye strain, fatigue and headaches, but experts offer simple ways for

Half of Covid patients in Irish study suffer ongoing fatigue

Shawdesh desk: More than half of patients and staff with Covid-19 monitored by an Irish hospital suffered persistent fatigue in the aftermath of the initial disease, according to a new