Health centres have to manage waste effectively: Experts

October 25th, 2009 LUCKNOW - Simmering discontent among thousands of basic health workers over non-payment of dues is likely to derail the November pulse polio round in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state that has the highest incidence of the disease. Basic health workers serving as vaccinators and supervisors, who are entitled to a daily allowance of Rs.75 and Rs.150 respectively, have not received any payment for the September and October rounds, according to the UP Basic Health Workers Association (UPBHWA).

October 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Having position of authority at work does have its perks, but a new study has shown that the people at top are more likely to experience certain psychological and physical problems. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Toronto, used data from a national survey of 1,800 American workers in different occupations and sectors.

September 29th, 2009 LONDON - Experts have warned that the increasing popularity of social networking sites, emailing and texting may be injurious to public health. Nada Kakabadse, a professor at Northampton University, says that these technologies are leading to anxiety, reduced productivity and a generation of smartphone orphans.

September 11th, 2009 Soap opera gets Latinos in tune with health careDENVER — It has all the hallmarks of the beloved telenovela. But this soap opera's story lines are laced with important medical advice for Colorado's Latinos.

September 2nd, 2009 MELBOURNE - They have finally confessed it - nearly every woman owns a secret pair of "skinny jeans" which she hopes to diet her way back into, a new Australian study has found. What's more, study by the Young Women's Christian Association found that about 70 per cent admit holding onto the hope that too small clothes will eventually fit them.

September 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama's approval rating on health care has dropped six points since July to 40 percent, and now more Americans, 47 percent, disapprove of his handling of health care, according to a new CBS News poll taken between Aug 27 - 31. As the president's poll numbers sink on the issue, two-thirds of Americans remain confused about the health reform proposals on the table.

August 12th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study has shown that most older drivers are unaware of the potential impact on driving performance associated with taking medications. Led by experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), the study indicates that 95 percent of those age 55 and older have one or more medical conditions, 78 percent take one or more medications, and only 28 percent have an awareness of the risks those medications might have on driving ability.

August 7th, 2009 MELBOURNE - It's the age-old power struggle that blights millions of marriages. And now, the reason behind feuding between mothers-in-law and their son's wife has been answered - wives are programmed to dislike their partner's mum.

July 28th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Getting married and remaining married can contribute to your well-being, but remarriage may never heal those burning separation scars, suggests a new study. Study co-author Linda Waite, the Lucy Flower Professor of Sociology and director of the Center on Aging at the University of Chicago, along with colleagues, examined the link between marriage and health.

July 4th, 2009 Jackson kids face hurdles to coping with his deathCHICAGO — No matter how unusual their lives may have been so far, Michael Jackson's children now face a universal trauma felt by all kids who suddenly lose a parent. How the three young Jacksons fare is up to the remaining adults in their lives and whether they can create a sense of stability and security for the grieving youngsters, mental health experts say.

July 1st, 2009 MELBOURNE - Socialite Paris Hilton reportedly consulted Middle Eastern cultural experts before her trip to Dubai, so as to avoid landing herself in any trouble there. Hilton, 28, hired a "cultural guide" to tag along while she roams around in the city, and to ensure that she does not make any gaffes that could offend the entire Muslim community.

June 24th, 2009 New Okla. health center named after TisdaleARDMORE, Okla. — A $20 million health clinic that will be built in Oklahoma will be named after former Sooners basketball star Wayman Tisdale.

June 11th, 2009 LONDON - Next time you indulge in gossiping, don't carry any guilt, for a new study has concluded that a nice chat is good for health. According to scientists at the University of Michigan who carried out the study on 160 women, woman is happier and healthier if she loves a good natter with her girlfriends.

June 7th, 2009 LONDON - Britain's Got Talent runner-up Susan Boyle has reportedly roped in U2's financial wizard to manage her career. The 48-year-old and her family allegedly signed legendary showbiz guru Ossie Kilkenny, who turned the Irish rock band into multi-millionaires.

May 12th, 2009 Helping kids is giving Goldie Hawn purposeWASHINGTON — These days, Goldie Hawn is more interested in helping children than making movies. Hawn hasn't released a film since "The Banger Sisters" in 2002.