Malnutrition and obesity now a global problem, say experts
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Malnutrition and obesity now a global problem, say experts

This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2019/dec/16/malnutrition-and-obesity-now-a-global-problem-say-experts By Sarah Boseley Health editor One in three low- and middle-income countries affected as junk food and sugary drinks reach every corner of globe Babies and children who have been stunted for lack of food are also in danger of obesity in poor countries, as junk food and sugary…

‘Milestone’ in polio eradication achieved
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‘Milestone’ in polio eradication achieved

This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-50167437 By BBC Health News The second of three forms of the polio virus has been eradicated, experts have announced. There are three types of the wild polio virus, which, while scientifically different, cause the same symptoms, including paralysis or even death, The world was declared free of type 2…