Science should inform policy, not direct it – David Allison
In an interview with Academia Europaea Cardiff Knowledge Hub, Prof. David Allison of Indiana University talks about obesity, nutrition and his passion for evidence-informed policymaking.
Scientists identify genes to help predict menopause timing
An international research project involving 180 scientific institutions have identified genes that could predict menopause timing.
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As COVAX disappoints, countries find succor in home-grown jabs
This feature article reveals how low- and middle-income countries are turning to home-grown vaccinations against COVID-19 as the UN-backed COVAX facility fails to deliver.
Human population at the mercy of ‘tormenting’ heat
Globally, the impact of extreme temperature on human health will be mitigated if effective measures are taken by governments and key stakeholders.
In poorer nations, blood pressure cases rising ‘undetected’
Low and middle-income countries carry the burden of more than half a billion people living with undetected and untreated hypertension, worldwide.
“Hidden hunger” makes malnutrition a three-pronged burden
Les aps The battle to wipe out malnutrition requires healthy diets that also tackle micronutrient deficiencies, alongside the growing burdens of undernutrition and obesity.
Inequity in the air of India
The rich are to blame for air pollution, while poor endure the impact.
GM rice to wait a little longer for public sampling
At least two years’ wait for GM Rice production
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Mercury and lead threaten Latin American communities
Artisanal mining as well as industrial activities and waste disposal spread toxic heavy metals in the Amazon region, affecting particularly children health.
Why sharing bio-imaging tech is crucial to global health
Bioimaging technologies must be expanded for global health.
