 The Hindu |
Self-immolation for twin cause of Sri Lankan Tamils, corruption
The Hindu He had tattooed the National Flag and the word “Indian” on his right shoulder. He had volunteered to donate his eyes and body organs after his death. So far he had donated blood for 26 times. It may be noted that he had been making several … |
California WatchHow NASA scientists are turning LA into one big climate change labCalifornia WatchFrom the ridgeline, they deploy a mechanical lung that senses airborne chemicals and a unique sunbeam analyzer that scans the skies over the Los Angeles B…
 Hindustan Times |
India staring at killer lifestyle epidemic
Hindustan Times “The menace of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, lung disease, depression, and road injuries is mounting in the form of premature deaths and disability,” said Dr Srinath Reddy, president, Public Health Foundation of India. “Much of this is avoidable … Window in kitchen can prevent millions of deathsDeccan Herald New data show countries around the world grappling with changing health …Medical Xpress |
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Charity briefs for March 5
SouthtownStar Josie’s Day: Several local restaurants are combining to raise funds for Josie Nordman, a Homewood teen who is awaiting a lung transplant. On “Josie’s Day,” each Wednesday during March, diners can visit one of four restaurants and receive 10 percent off … |
Window in kitchen can prevent millions of deathsDeccan HeraldHousehold air pollution generated from burning coal cow-dung cake, wood and farm residue as cooking fuel inside poorly ventilated kitchen kills women who first developed lung diseases which s…
 The Economist (blog) |
China and the mirror of history
The Economist (blog) … economist is on a roll this week. The week just started and they needed by put up 4 “How bad China is” articles. May I suggest an encore on Tibet, Fa Lung Gung, and a conspiracy theory on how chinese drink the blood of white babies while exporting … |
 The National Law Journal |
India board rules against Bayer in cancer drug patent case
Reuters Announcing the decision, Justice Prabha Sridevan said the kidney and liver cancer drug should be available at an affordable price to everybody. Bayer said in a statement it “strongly disagreed” with the conclusions of the board, adding that it would … India Patent Ruling on Cancer Drug a Blow to Bayer AGThe National Law Journal India Appeals Body Rejects Bayer’s Plea on NexavarWall Street Journal (India) Bayer to Appeal India Ruling That Allows Copy of Cancer DrugBloomberg Economic Times –Intellectual Property Watch –MSF UK (press release) all 19 news articles » |
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WC 2015 chairman James Strong dies
indiablooms The Australian businessman died from lung complications following surgery, reports said. He was 68. The ICC World Cup (WC) organising committee on Monday said it was saddened by Strong’s death. In a statement the committee said: “James possessed a … |
 Times of India |
Little mistakes lead to big heart disease
Times of India Many people who suffer from heart disease, don’t show obvious symptoms. So it is best if, beginning at 20, you get full cholesterol checks done every five years, your blood pressure checked at least every two years and body mass index calculated at … |
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Air pollution threats Ranchi
Times of India Vomiting, nausea, burning of eye, skin diseases along with lung related diseases is common problems which people are facing here. Dermatologists Saroj Rai said, “A number of cases which are coming to me mostly deal with rashes, acne on forehead, hair … |