Getty Images A number of yellow and amber heat alerts have been issued across England during the recent hot weather. The alerts warn the public when high temperatures pose a potential risk to health. How does the weather health alert system work? The weather alert service warns the public in England when high or low … Read more
Ruth Clegg Health and wellbeing reporter Getty Images It could apparently change the shape of my face, add pounds to my midriff, and even make my hair fall out. I feel like warnings about cortisol – a stress hormone I know very little about – have hijacked my social media accounts. I see posts advising … Read more
Ruth Clegg Health and wellbeing reporter Getty Images It could apparently change the shape of my face, add pounds to my midriff, and even make my hair fall out. I feel like warnings about cortisol – a stress hormone I know very little about – have hijacked my social media accounts. I see posts advising … Read more
Getty Images Warm weather can often bring high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation is emitted by the Sun and penetrates the Earth’s atmosphere. Some exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much can cause skin damage. Is UV dangerous? UV is beneficial because it enables our skin to produce essential vitamin D. … Read more
Philippa Roxby and Smitha Mundasad Health reporters Getty Images Pollen levels are forecast to be high or very high in many parts of the UK over the coming days. The fine powder released by certain grasses, trees and plants can cause chaos for those who are allergic to pollen. What are the main symptoms of … Read more
High levels of faecal coliform (microbes from human and animal excreta) were found in river water in which people took holy dip during Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. File photo | Photo Credit: ANI High levels of faecal coliform (microbes from human and animal excreta) were found in river water in which people took holy dip … Read more
Getty Images The NHS is appealing for people with O-type blood to urgently come forward and donate, after blood stocks dropped to “unprecedently low” levels in England. Officials said it follows a “perfect storm” of unfilled appointments at donor centres and increased demand following a cyber-attack which has affected services in London. O-negative blood – … Read more
Getty Images Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is emitted by the Sun and penetrates the Earth’s atmosphere. Some UV radiation is essential for our wellbeing, and the sun’s rays provide warmth and light. But balance is key – UV exposure can also cause dangerous skin damage. Is UV dangerous? We need to control our exposure, says Prof … Read more
Nifty on Thursday formed a Doji candle on daily chart, which indicates indecisiveness prevailing in the marketplace at current juncture. The short-term trend of Nifty continues to be positive amid high volatility. Having moved above the hurdle of 22,250 level (mid-part of Tuesday’s long bear candle) recently, Nifty could move towards the next upper hurdle … Read more
Nifty formed a long-legged Doji candle on the daily charts to breach a 5-day losing streak, ending 42 points higher at 22,531. The 50-DMA is placed at around the 22,400 level, and a slip below this level could shift the test to the 22,300-22,260 zone. However, crossing 22,660 could resume the bullish trend, Om Mehra … Read more