If your child is struggling with certain everyday activities—such as playing with other kids, getting dressed or paying attention—you might want to get them assessed to see if they need additional support.
Those living with polio say don’t forget
Polio ravaged human bodies for hundreds of years, but the misery began to wane 70 years ago when two polio vaccines developed in the U.S. halted the virus’ spread.
Traumatic experiences and genetics may increase endometriosis risk, a new study finds
Endometriosis is a chronic and systemic inflammatory disease where uterine endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus. The most common symptom is debilitating pelvic pain before and during menstruation, or during intercourse. It can also cause infertility and digestive issues such as painful bowel movements, among many other symptoms. Globally, it affects a staggering 10%–15% of female individuals of reproductive age: around 190 million people.
Autism and elopement: What you need to know about wandering, according to experts
The warmer weather often means more days spent near the water, whether that’s a nearby lake, the beach or a pool. However, for parents and caregivers of children with autism, days by the water can mean dodging dangers at every turn—especially for kids who elope or wander away unsupervised. Experts say this behavior can be a constant stressor in their lives and one of the major hindrances to keeping their child safe.
Improve your life by embracing everyday, even mundane, conversations? Research says yes
It’s 6 a.m. on a Saturday. You slept terribly and can think only of coffee. Bundled up in your baggiest sweats, hat pulled down over your hair and dark sunglasses for anonymity, you slink into the closest cafe hoping to slip back out just as quickly, hot cup in hand, without speaking to a soul.
This mucus-loving gut bacterium is important for health—here’s how to keep it happy
The microbial community living within our large intestine is a highly dense and complex ecosystem. While some of these microbes cause illness and disease (such as bacteria and viruses), others are friendlier to us and help keep us in good health.
Govt reaffirms pledge towards sugar industry
NATION REPORTER COMMERCE, Trade and Industry Minister Chipoka Mulenga, has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to supporting the growth and competitiveness of the country’s sugar industry. At the Zambia Sugar Reseller Loyalty Award Ceremony in Lusaka yesterday, Mr Mulenga pledged to implement policies that would facilitate competitiveness in the sector. He emphasised the importance of ensuring that: […]
Steep US tariffs on Africa signal end of trade deal meant to boost development
JOHANNESBURG/ANTANANARIVO – The U.S. government’s imposition of steep tariffs on African nations signals the end of the AGOA trade deal, an initiative meant to help African economies develop through preferential access to U.S. markets, trade experts said on Thursday. Several African countries were hit by some of the highest tariffs announced by the White House […]
Get big or die trying: Social media is driving men’s use of steroids—here’s how to mitigate the risks
Men have cared about their appearance throughout the centuries, and ideals of masculinity and “manliness” are ancient—with strong emphasis put on physical fitness and virility. In ancient Greece, the ideal male body was considered strong, symmetrical and athletic.
ELDERLY ABUSE
Molly Kumar WHEN discussions about abuse take place, the preconceived notions mechanically point towards younger, vulnerable children and young women. Rarely does the narrative include older people. The saddest reality is that the older generation is more susceptible to unrecognised abuse. The elderly could be unaware of the abuse due to failing faculties. Even if […]