For those willing to quit smoking, coronavirus is an unfortunate opportunity

The proportion of smokers willing to quit almost tripled in April.

Simone Pettigrew, The Conversation

· Sep 28, 2020 · 09:30 pm

Staying active during coronavirus lockdown: Regular exercise helps maintain effective immune system

At a basic level, the immune system has three main lines of defence. Exercise helps maintain the normal function of each of these.

John P Campbell, The Conversation

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James Turner, The Conversation

· Apr 15, 2020 · 09:00 pm

73% urban Indians do not know about their right to make a living will, finds a survey

In March last year, the Supreme Court recognised an individual’s right to a dignified life up to the point of death, allowing for the creation of a living will.

Priya Sharma, Indiaspend.com

· Jun 05, 2019 · 09:30 pm

The scandal that should make us reconsider wellness tips from lifestyle gurus

The social media influencer economy has become a billion dollar industry, with many perils.

Chris Rojek, The Conversation

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Stephanie Alice Baker, The Conversation

· May 25, 2019 · 08:30 pm

Could consuming more nicotine help quit smoking cigarettes?

A recent Cochrane review came to a surprising conclusion.

Nicola Lindson, The Conversation

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Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, The Conversation

· Apr 25, 2019 · 11:30 pm

Video: How an Indian doctor came up with laughter yoga and made it an international movement

Though the science behind laughter therapy remains a mystery, more than a hundred countries have formed active clubs to promote it.

Ramakrishnan M

· Jan 23, 2018 · 04:00 pm

Doctors can't enter into sexual or emotional relationships with patients: Indian Psychiatric Society

This is the first time that an Indian association has framed guidelines to stop such unethical practices.

Scroll Staff

· Sep 08, 2016 · 10:53 am