Tag: Immune System
An Old TB Vaccine Finds New Life in Coronavirus Trials
Studies are underway to test whether giving a shot of BCG vaccine could protect doctors and nurses against COVID-19.
One of the oldest vaccines could...
Health Promotion Department Releases 1st Health E-bulletin
The Health Promotion Department, HPD, has recently launched its first e-bulletin which aims to raise awareness about the healthy lifestyles followed while staying home...
COVID-19: The Immune System Can Fight Back
Melbourne researchers have mapped immune responses from one of Australia's first novel coronavirus (COVID-19) patients, showing the body's ability to fight the virus and...
Tips On Staying Healthy While Working From Home
With gyms and fitness clubs across the country temporarily closed for the rest of the month, it is important to re-evaluate our health goals...
Coronavirus: Chart Shows Why Social Distancing Is So Important
Experts agree that the COVID-19 outbreak cannot be stopped, but that it can be slowed through the implementation of social distancing measures.
Limiting...
Drinking Baking Soda Is a Cheap Way to Combat Diseases
A daily dose of baking soda may help reduce the destructive inflammation of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, scientists say.
They have some of the...
Chronic Sleep Deprivation Suppresses Immune System
Many people report getting sick when they don't get enough sleep. A new study helps explain why.
Researchers took blood samples from 11 pairs of...
Health Benefits of Ramadan Fast
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar is upon us, and Muslims across the UAE will start the traditional Ramadan fast, which prohibits eating...