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Thousands ofl servants carry HIV virus
Dr Somyot Kittimunkong, director of the Aids division at the Disease Control Department, said yesterday that some 20,000 bureaucrats each year seek reimbursement for the cost of antiretroviral medicine at the healthcare unit. -
UN forms commission on use of resources for women’s and children’s health
The United Nations is establishing a high-level commission charged with developing an accountability framework that will link resources committed to women and children’s health with the results they are intended to achieve. -
Leftovers, raw and other foods to avoid
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Global Recommendations on Physical activity for Health
Globally, six percent of deaths are attributed to physical inactivity. This follows high blood pressure (13%), tobacco use (9%) and is equal to high blood glucose (6%). Moreover, physical inactivity is the main cause for approximately 21–25% of breast and colon cancers, 27% of diabetes and 30% of ischaemic heart disease burden. -
Move: 10 tips for not abandoning exercising
The motivation of the beginner may diminish as the days pass. Here's how not to give up Those who decide to abandon the sedentary to walking or even running usually report high motivation in the first week of physical activity. With each passing day, however, the motivation may decrease, especially if there is no planning for the exercises. Have company and be at a nice place to encourage physical activity.