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About two decades ago it was thought that malaria had been eradicated from India. However, recently, there has been a resurgence of this disease.
Malaria spreads through a mosquito bite (female anopheles) and the common causative organisms in India is plasmodium vivax and p falciparum (malaria parasite). Malaria caused by this parasite does not cause any [...]
Direct action and new types of companies are already showing there is an alternative to the market.
Once upon a time progressive activists knew how to campaign on inequality and injustice in a global marketplace. There were clear stances to be taken; there was boycott, resistance and stand off; there were clear hopes for a [...]
Illustrates the importance of dental health as a major component of health programs.
Don’t be afraid of the dentist. If you avoid the dentist, you may eventually be saying good-bye to your teeth. In fact, dental visits should be a major part of your health regimen. Good habits that start from childhood can [...]
Advice for Healthy Living in 2006 by: Anna Fleet
With the New Year now upon us, it’s important to give pause and consider making some positive changes regarding the state of your health. As they say, theres no time like the present. People the world over often make resolutions to do something to better [...]
In order to bring down the level of cholesterol, medications are quite frequently in use. But these medications are only sought when dietary measures and exercises are unable to regulate high level of bad cholesterol.
High cholesterol level is probably one of the widely spread complication among Americans. Almost forty to fifty percent Americans have their [...]
Hair styling by self not only gives you the pleasure of artistic achievement but it also helps you to create a style of your own. And, when it comes to get the perfect straight hair, it is an astonishing experience. As the technique is simple to be executed, you are likely to enjoy doing the [...]
The Secret Weight Loss Machine by: Paul Reeve
There is a piece of equipment available in many gyms and homes that has been shown in tests to be unsurpassed for assisting in your weight loss goals - want to know what it is?
The Treadmill - exercising on Treadmills has helped many people to achieve their weight [...]
7 Vitamins Every Arthritis Sufferer Should Know About by: Emily Clark
A deficiency of vitamins can lead to a variety of health problems, including some forms of arthritis.
These organic nutrients are normal sourced through our intake of fresh fruit and vegetables. Due to the following factors, it is not always possible to get our recommended daily [...]
A new study shows that beta carotene, a form of vitamin A is beneficial for cognitive health, helping memory and memory recall functions that typically decline during Alzheimer’s disease.
Copyright (c) 2007 BrainFit For LifeA new study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine links intake of beta-carotene (a pre-form of vitamin A found in carrots) [...]
“The help seeking process serves as an important filter such that only a portion of those who need professional mental health treatment actually seek such assistance”
Ponterotto et al. (1995), p.416
Reasons to suspect that barriers exist
It is known that ethnic minority groups are reticent about seeking mental health assistance, and those who do suffer from premature [...]