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Cutting down on sugary drinks might help reduce the global cancer cases

The link might be partly explained by their effect on onset of obesity.

'This is not a drill': WHO urges world to take Coronavirus more seriously

The epidemic has wreaked havoc on international business, tourism, sports events and schools, with almost 300 million students sent home worldwide

'This is not a drill': WHO urges the world to fight Coronavirus outbreak

In Italy, the epicenter of Europe's outbreak, workers in latex gloves pinned closed notices on school gates, enforcing a 10-day shutdown of the education system

Coronavirus hits 100,000 cases globally as it upends lives, livelihoods

The 100,000 figure of global infections is largely symbolic but dwarfs other major outbreaks in recent decades

80 countries affected and counting: How Coronavirus is reshaping the world

Italy is the epicentre of Europe's coronavirus outbreak. More than 3,000 have been infected and at least 107 have died, the most of any country outside China, where the illness began.

General Insurance Council says existing health policies cover coronavirus

There are 30 confirmed cases of coronavirus infection in the country as of Thursday, of which 16 are Italian tourists

Coronavirus Highlights: Gurgaon Paytm employee tests positive

There are 93,042 confirmed Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and 3,201 deaths reported globally in 67 countries

Premium perks: Wearables, apps are set to transform health insurance

IRDAI has so far received 173 proposals, most of which incentivise wellness in the health insurance space through the use of apps and wearable devices

Coronavirus: Hyd IT park techie tests positive, firms send workers on leave

As a precautionary measure, some employers asked their employees to work from home

Coronavirus: Five suspected of infection admitted at Bengaluru hospital

Samples of these patients have been collected and their reports are likely to be received later today

Protective gear to fight Coronavirus 'rapidly depleting', WHO fears misuse

The UN health agency voiced concern that the masks, googles and other protective equipment used by health workers was running out amid panick buying and manipulation of markets.

81 patients including 20 PAC jawans test positive for swine flu in Meerut

Eight people have died in Meerut after falling prey to swine flu

Only one per cent of China coronavirus cases without symptoms, says WHO

WHO warns protective gear such as masks and goggles used by health workers fighting the new Coronavirus were running out.

Coronavirus infection spreads in Iran, recedes in China; G7 pledges action

Iran's supreme leader ordered the military to assist health officials in fighting the virus, which authorities say has killed 77 people the deadliest outbreak outside China.

Air India crew quarantined as Delhi resident tests positive for coronavirus

Air India officials said, "The male passenger had travelled to Italy by road. He took the February 25 Vienna-Delhi flight

Delhi, Telangana report two new Coronavirus cases, govt announces measures

The minister added that passengers from 12 countries including China, Italy, Vietnam are being universally scanned at 21 Indian airports, 12 major and 65 minor seaports

Coronavirus outbreak: US reports first fatality in Washington state

The two cases at the Kirkland facility were a health care worker in her 40s who is in satisfactory condition, and a woman in her 70s who lived there and is in serious condition.

Exposure to air pollution linked to risk of kidney diseases: Study

It is known that breathing in air pollution can have detrimental health effects beyond the lungs

Understanding contraception: Proactive approach vs fatalistic mindset

Adopt safer method of contraception rather than leaving it to destiny

Here're some tips from experts to deal with worry, stress and anxiety

They're not all the same, but we do have tips to help you deal with all of them