Tag: problems
Learning spaces: Recognising vision problems in the classroom
Research from the US, published online in JAMA Ophthalmology last month, measured the effect of a school-based screening program on the academic achievement of students in Grades 3-7. It found that the program […]
Women Who Are Denied Abortions May Face Long-Lasting Health Problems, Study Says
When a woman is denied access to an abortion, research has shown that she may face threats to her mental or financial well-being. A new study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, suggests her physical […]
7 Effective Ways to Deal with Chronic Sinus Problems
Sinusitis, or more commonly known as sinus, is an infection that occurs in the tissues lining the sinuses, which are a connected system of hollow cavities in the skull. It […]
Detroit incinerator is hotspot for health problems, environmentalists claim
At the intersection of two highways just outside downtown Detroit, a hulking relic of the city’s past looms over the skyline: the largest municipal trash incinerator in the US. It’s […]
Sleep apnea may boost risk for post-op problems
Sleep apnea may boost the odds of developing two serious health complications following surgery. So, finding out if you have the sleep disorder beforehand — and seeking treatment — could […]