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About akushika26

practicing journalist on post-graduate studies at city university, London..

animal experimentation….

The invaluable benefits of animal experimentation are evident with the many breakthroughs in science and medicine. But the issue may always be contentious, especially from the stand and activities of animal rights activists. On moral grounds, animal rights activists strongly … Continue reading

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mental health….

We hear the taunting all the time. The comments just roll off tongues – ” You maniac”, “You’re really mad you know”. They may seem like innocent and harmless words, but they carry a lot of weight, especially for the … Continue reading

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bonding hormone may save your relationship….

Have you heard of the cuddle hormone oxytocin? It’s supposed to work wonders and put the dazzle back in troubled relationships. Some marriage counsellors say a good shot of oxytocin or the love drug can reconnect couples going through a … Continue reading

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the egg….

A rich source of high quality protein; packed with nutrients; relatively low in calories and easy to obtain. These are just a few positive reasons why eggs should be part of a healthy, balanced diet. Unfortunately, when it comes to … Continue reading

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red flag on that sweet tooth….

Got a sweet tooth? Are you unable to resist almost any and every sweet thing? Take a moment to digest this. A warning finger is being wagged about drinking too many sugary beverages. A research into this says it increases … Continue reading

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optimism about medication helps recovery….

Do you know that if you don’t believe a drug’s efficacy, it actually won’t work? And here’s why. Researchers say  pessimism has a role to play in whether you get better or not when you’re on medication. They say it … Continue reading

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daily asthma treatment…

A research team from the US says it might not be necessary to treat mild asthma every day. A part of many asthma sufferers daily routine is the use of a “preventer” inhaler. But the researchers say without the daily … Continue reading

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fast-food guilt – be gone with statin…..

We are teased with all sorts of finger-licking meals in every high street and it’s so hard to resist. Then we give in to temptation and give it a try. When we are reminded about the mounds of saturated fat … Continue reading

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One, Two, Three, Jab…..

If like me the thought of going for a routine medical check-up or seeing a dentist causes you discomfort, just read this. It’s worse when you fall sick and definitely need an injection. Many times we’ve postponed the inevitable. But … Continue reading

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lump scanner….

Just 3 days to go for the national breast cancer awareness month to end… Here’s some good news : a groundbreaking new research for women who are concerned about their breasts. A professor from the University of Manchester has come … Continue reading

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