Cheap imported handheld x-ray device known as the Tianjie Dental Falcon from China, could expose patients to ten times suggested levels of radiation, increasing their risks of cancer and organ damage, according to UK’s Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
Health Issues
Sin Taxes Not Only Discourage Vices But Revenues Derived Address Citizenry’s Health Issues
There are good reasons why the P-Noy government is targeting a P60-billion annual collection from sin taxes.
Dentist Could Be Able To Detect Early Stages Of Osteoporosis Based On Dental X-Ray
Osteoporosis is a bone disorder that weakens the bones by reducing their density.
Leptospirosis Is Now Up In Time For The Rainy Season, Thrives In Flooded Areas
In view of the increasing number of cases of leptospirosis the Department of Health (DOH) is appealing to those with flu like symptoms for more than two days to seek treatment.
Risk & Safety Concerns From Infections Still Persist In The Body Art Of Tattooing
Tattooing is not only a body work of art but also a form of self expression for people who are not afraid to express themselves in projecting their personality.
Obesity Is Not Only Bad To Your Health But Makes Your Brain To Deteriorate
Obese people are more likely to lose their memory and thinking skills quicker than those who are slim and healthy in weight, according to researchers.
Chemotherapy Triggers To Secrete Protein That Enhances Tumor Growth & Resistance To Further Treatment
Chemotherapy can cause damage to healthy cells which triggers them to secrete a protein that enhances tumor growth and resistance to further treatment, a study revealed.
CDC Publicly Recommends Precaution Against Swine Flu Infection
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns people to take recommended precautions when interacting with pigs and avoiding in contact with them that appear ill.
Salty Foods Raise Stomach Cancer Risk, Propose A Much Clearer Labeling Of Content In Food
The World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) is calling for a standardized form of color coded labeling on foods, which it says would help consumers to better control the amount of salt, sugar and fat they take.
Polypill Medication Over Age 50 Reduces The Risk Of Heart Disease & Stroke
Annually up to 200,000 people die of heart disease and stroke in the UK alone but if everyone over the age of 50 would take the polypill that number could be more than halved, according to scientists.