Spotlight on UK news
Earthquake Behavior
On February 27th Britain was shaken by its biggest earthquake for a quarter of a century. My Healthportlal passes on the advice, from the leading US centre on disaster relief, of how to survive an earthquake.
World TB Day -24th March
After many years TB is still a major problem in many countries.
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Features of the month:
Exercise and pregnancy – Reasons
Myths abound with respect to exercise during pregnancy. But there is no doubt about it, exercise is a big plus for both you and your baby (if complications don't limit your ability to exercise throughout your pregnancy).
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Exercise and Cholesterol
Exercise lowers cholesterol levels especially when combined with a low fat diet.
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Exercise and bone health
Exercise is beneficial for strengthening bones.
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Health news from the MyHealthPortal International Medical Network
Stroke Risk May Be Lowered By Moderate Level Of Aerobic Fitness
A moderate level of aerobic fitness can significantly reduce stroke risk for men and women, according to a large, long-running study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2008.
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One In Three Ten To 11-Year-Olds Are Overweight, Says The NHS Information Centre, UK
Nearly one in three children in Year 6 of primary school is overweight or obese, according to a report out yesterday from The NHS Information Centre.
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