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Challenges in Regulating Unhealthy Food Marketing

Reducing exposure to ads for unhealthy foods is important for improving diets and preventing medlinkchildhood obesity/medlink. The World Health Organization




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UNICEF on MOX: Urgent Need to Prioritize Children's Needs

The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged nations to ramp up their vigilance against medlinkMonkeypox/medlink (Mpox). In response, UNICEF has




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UNICEF Aids North Korea in Vaccinating 800,000 Children

North Korea has begun a nationwide medlinkvaccination/medlink campaign for medlinkchildren/medlink and medlinkpregnant women/medlink, aided by UNICEF.




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Unveiling the Pediatric Urobiome: A New Frontier in Urinary Health

A groundbreaking study has overturned the long-held assumption that human urine is sterile, finding evidence of a complex microbial ecosystem in the urinary




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A Handy Approach: Why Finger Counting is Key to Early Math Skills

Finger counting: friend or foe? Preschool teachers are divided. Some see it as a sign kids are stuck, while others view it as a powerful math tool. A




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Breastfeeding: A Microbiome Powerhouse for Infant Lung Health

A new study reveals that human medlinkbreast milk/medlink plays a crucial role in shaping a baby's microbiome, the community of microbes that live in the body.




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Meningitis: A Threat to Young Children, But Vaccines can Help

medlinkInfants/medlink and young children are particularly vulnerable to meningitis, but experts on World Meningitis Day emphasize the importance




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Understanding Appetite Regulation: Healthy Eating in Children

Healthy eating behaviors begin in infancy, as young children develop their ability to regulate appetite through a blend of biological, psychological, and social influences.




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Beyond the Charts: Why Inuit Kids Need Unique Growth Standard

Inuit children, who are Indigenous peoples of the Arctic and subarctic regions, may have different head size norms due to genetic and environmental factors.




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The Lingering Effects of Childhood BMI on Lung Health

In children abnormal BMI, whether too high or too low was found to be linked to impaired lung function. (!--ref1--) About 10 percent people suffer from poor lung function in childhood.




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Yoga's Role in Helping World Recover from Pandemic, Emphasize UN Leaders

Leaders at the United Nations stated yoga can help the world recover from its ravages. "As we take steps to recover from the pandemic, let yoga




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International Yoga Day 2021: Yoga Improves Immunity Post COVID

Post COVID, practicing yoga helps improve immunity and boost respiratory health, said experts. It has been observed that nearly 10 per cent




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Electroacupuncture Procedures Help Reduce Pain in Patients After Surgery

Certain types of acupuncture reduced opioid use and improved postoperative pain on the first day after surgery, particularly in patients who received acupuncture during total knee replacement surgery.




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Ayurveda Day: More Than 30 Countries Recognized Ayurveda as Traditional Medicine

Ayurvedic medicine, commonly known as Ayurveda, is becoming popular across the globe day-by day due to its natural healing effects. Ayurveda is currently




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Global Citizens Gather at UN to Showcase Yoga's Unifying Power

Citizens from around the world will gather to demonstrate yoga's unifying power across boundaries and divisions as the UN celebrates the 10th medlinkInternational




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Yoga Nidra: A Game Changer for Brain's Functional Connectivity

Yoga Nidra (!--ref1--) induced significant changes in the brain's functional connectivity during practice, according to the first medlinkfunctional




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Unlocking Yoga's Potential Through Consistent Practice

The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized that consistency is crucial when practicing yoga's versatile aspects (!--ref1--), whether for medlinkfitness/medlink,




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Acupuncture: A Mighty Weapon to Fight Methadone Dose and Opioid Cravings

medlinkAcupuncture/medlink can treat methadone dose and opioid cravings in patients receiving methadone maintenance therapy (MMT), suggests a new study.




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Young Heart Patients Actively Take Part in Medical Care Decisions

Many young people with advanced medlinkheart disease/medlink wanted to be actively involved in medical decisions affecting them, suggests a new study published in iJAMA Network Open/i.




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Surgical Road Map for Healthcare Welfare in Low- And Middle-Income Countries

Introducing systems that ensure safe surgery can reduce Surgical Site Infection (SSI). This will help to reduce the financial burden on health services




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Merck Announces New FDA-Approved Guidelines for HPV Vaccine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) has released a new set of guidelines for the use of already approved Recombinant Human Papillomavirus 9-valent Vaccine in males.




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Cipla Unveils Generic Version of Oral Hepatitis C Drug in India

Indian drug maker, Cipla has announced that it has released the generic version of Hepatitis C drug, Sofosbuvir in India.The drug will be marketed under




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Novartis Launches Scapho Drug for the Treatment of Psoriasis

Switzerland-based pharmaceutical company, Novartis has launched the drug, Scapho for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in India. Psoriasis is a severe,




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Biosimilar Bevacizumab for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Launched in India

One of the generic Indian pharmaceutical companies, Hetero Drugs has launched a biosimilar for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) in India.




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UN Roadmap Shows Access to Clean Energy by 2030

Everyone could have access to clean energy within nine years if countries improve investments, according to new UN reports released. Annual investments




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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Unfolds the New Dimension of Social Development

Artificial Intelligence (AI) proves as an inevitable tool in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs - 17 interlinked global goals for a better




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Online Course on Prevention of Drug Abuse Launched

Arunachal Pradesh has launched an online certificate course on drug abuse prevention, intending to eradicate narcotics abuse. The 4-month online




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New National Emergency Life Support Courses Launched

The National Emergency Life Support (NELS) courses have been launched for doctors, nurses, and paramedics. Apart from the training modules, the program




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New Courses at State-run Healthcare Institutes Introduced

New medical courses in state-run healthcare and medical institutes to give a push to enhance the professional skills of nurses, pathologists, paramedics,




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Texas Man Who Lived 70 Years in an Iron Lung Dies at 78

Paul Alexander, a Texan who spent over seven decades confined to an iron lung due to polio, passed away at the age of 78 on March 11. His remarkable story




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Prevent Heat Stroke in Dogs: Effective Head Dunking Technique

As temperatures rise, an easy and smart way to protect dogs from heat-related problems has been discovered, providing a quicker and more effective method to prevent overheating in hot weather.




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Naloxone Drug Cost may Keep may Uninsured from Using Life-saving Treatment

The cost of purchasing the opioid antidote naloxone is out of reach for many uninsured Americans. This may keep the treatment from saving more people




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Uncovering the Differences Between Medicaid Reimbursement for Mental Health

In United States among different cities, medical reimbursement for the same medlinkmental health/medlink treatment was found to vary dramatically.




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Health Insurance Gap: 25% of Low-Income Older Americans Uninsured

Twenty-five percent of low-income patients seeking care at community health centers remain without insurance coverage upon reaching the medlinkage of




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Unmasking the True Scale of Medicare Fraud

National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association reports that Medicare experiences intermittent compromises due to fraudulent insurance claims, enabling full-time




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Improving Healthcare Access Through Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare delivered a compelling explanation on the pivotal role of Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA) (!--ref1--)




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Concerns Loom for Future of Medicare Among Three in Four Americans Under 65

Concerns regarding Medicare's potential insolvency among those under 65 have heightened, with 73% now expressing apprehension about its availability when




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Medicaid Unwinding: Coverage Disruptions and Access Challenges

A survey of low-income adults in Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Texas revealed that one in eight respondents who had enrolled in Medicaid at some




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GST Council's Bold Move to Slash Taxes on Insurance and Cancer Drugs

The GST Council, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has formed a Group of Ministers to evaluate reducing GST rates on life and health insurance,




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Quartz stone countertops are easy to maintain

Quartz countertops resist staining, scratching and high temperatures. They cannot be etched by chemical cleaning agents and therefore remain smooth and hygienic. Quartz stone countertops do not require...




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citizenM Inspires Guests To Embrace The Sunshine State Of Mind

citizenM - the pioneer of affordable luxury hotels - has launched a new opening campaign for its third property in Miami, providing guests the opportunity to embrace their sunny side. Located steps away from the buzzing retail and restaurants of Lincoln Road, citizenM Miami South Beach is where the positive effects of sun meet the positive effects of citizenM’s sleep experience.




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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Sofitel Dublin Airport: A New Era of Luxury Hospitality in Ireland

Accor and the Arora Group are proud to announce the groundbreaking of the highly anticipated Sofitel Dublin Airport, a new luxury hotel set to redefine the hospitality experience at Ireland’s main international gateway. The hotel will feature 412 elegantly designed rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a tea salon, and a sky bar located on the 11th floor, offering stunning views of the airport and beyond. This franchised development project features a new-build Sofitel hotel located at Dublin Airport, set to open by late 2026 as a full-service luxury hotel comprising approximately 412 guest rooms. The hotel will be directly linked to the airport’s Terminal 2, providing seamless connectivity for travellers. The developer for this project is the Arora Group, a significant franchise partner of Accor in the UK and the owner of both the Sofitel London Heathrow Airport and the Sofitel London Gatwick Airport. In 2018, Arora was awarded the opportunity to develop this over €100 mill...




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IHCL Launches Yarkay, Thimphu – an IHCL SeleQtions Hotel in Bhutan

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), South Asia’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Yarkay, Thimphu - IHCL SeleQtions in Bhutan. Nestled amidst the serene Himalayas, the hotel offers a harmonious blend of Bhutanese heritage and modern comforts. The 83-key Yarkay, Thimphu - IHCL SeleQtions is a haven of tranquillity in the heart of the capital city. Inspired by Bhutan’s beloved folktale of the Four Friends, the hotel’s interiors are a celebration of Bhutanese culture and values. Vibrant colour schemes exude the warmth and sincerity of its locale reflecting the blend of tradition and modernity, with monastery inspired Dzongs, cornices, and traditional style wooden panels. Guests can indulge in a culinary journey at the all-day dining restaurant or explore the authentic Bhutanese flavours at Zachum which serves traditional dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The Sky Garden Restaurant provides a panoramic view of the city. Yarkay, Thimphu- IHCL SeleQtions ...




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Accor Announces the Signing of Novotel Tirupati and ibis Styles Tirupati

350-Room Cluster Property Set To Open in 2028. Accor, a global leader in hospitality, proudly announces the signing of Novotel Tirupati and ibis Styles Tirupati, a new cluster hotel in India’s pilgrimage destination of Tirupati. The expansive 350-key multi-brand hotel complex is set to transform the hospitality landscape of Tirupati, a city that draws millions of devotees to the renowned Tirumala Venkateswara Temple each year. As Tirupati evolves into a hub for education and business, bolstered by expanding infrastructure and modern amenities, this venture will play a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for quality accommodations. This milestone signing underscores Accor’s commitment to expanding its presence in key destinations across India. Developed by Shravanthi Hotels & Resorts Private Limited, the new cluster of hotels will feature 180 guest rooms at Novotel Tirupati and 170 guest rooms at ibis Styles Tirupati, ensuring a diverse range of options to accommodate all types ...




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Punthill Sunshine officially opens its doors

Australia’s fastest growing apartment hotel operator, Veriu Group, has continued the ambitious roll out of its successful Punthill apartment hotel accommodation model with today’s official opening of its latest Victorian property - Punthill Sunshine. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s rapidly expanding western corridor adjacent to Sunshine Station, currently undergoing a major redevelopment as part of the Victorian Government’s landmark Sunshine Precinct Masterplan. Upon completion, the project is set to transform the Station into a transport ’superhub’ linking the CBD with both regional Victoria and the Melbourne Airport, making the decision to open the hotel there a logical one for Veriu Group CEO, Zed Sanjana. The state-of-the-art 90-apartment hotel offers guests a mix of modern studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments, designed to accommodate solo and group travel, for both business and leisure. Each apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, desk and fast,...




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IHG accelerates presence in the Sunshine Coast with first voco signing

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is delighted to announce the signing of the first voco hotel on the Sunshine Coast, partnering again with Sydney-based developer Felix Capital to open voco Maroochydore Sunshine Coast in 2028. Located on bustling Ocean Street, the striking new 153-key upscale hotel will form part of a mixed-use development that is set to transform the city’s accommodation offering, attracting domestic and international patronage. voco Maroochydore will also address the Sunshine Coast’s recent Temporary Local Planning Instrument proposal in response to the need for four- and five-star full-service hotels in the region. With the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games only eight years away, having the right mix of accommodation options will be crucial to deliver a successful Games and support the region’s economy beyond 2032. Further complementing Maroochydore’s entertainment and dining precinct, guests will enjoy dazzling water ...




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Garner launches in Europe with first hotel openings in Germany

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), a global leader in hospitality, launches new midscale conversion brand, Garner, in Europe with its first hotels opening in Germany. The brand’s debut is in partnership with NOVUM Hospitality, one of Europe’s largest private hotel operators.




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Employees and Companies Have a Shared Responsibility for Ensuring Ground Transport Safety for Business Travel, According to New Report from FREENOW and GBTA

Both corporate travel managers and business travellers in Europe have a shared responsibility as well as opportunities to mitigate risk by making smart choices when it comes to ground transportation for business trips. This is according to a new report, titled Maximising Duty of Care: Choosing the Safest ‘Last Mile’ Option for Your Business Travel from FREENOW, Europe’s multi mobility app with taxi at its core, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel association.




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Unveiling hospitality’s most exceptional icons: 95 HICONS for 95 years of Hotelschool The Hague

Who or what is your most exceptional hospitality icon? That was the question posed by Hotelschool The Hague as it marked its 95th anniversary, inviting industry professionals, students, employees, and alumni to join in celebrating the people and objects that shape the world of hospitality.




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Belmond Unveils The First Luxury Sleeper Train in England & Wales

Belmond proudly unveils the Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train, the first luxury sleeper train in England and Wales, debuting in July 2025.