Category: Feature Stories

Doctors are often called the “gods in white” because of their white coats. In the operating theater, however, other colors dominate. Coat, trousers, shirt, and shoes: most doctors wear white clothing. But not surgeons in operating theaters. There, blue-green clothing is the order of the day, but not for fashion reasons. Rather, the colors are intended to make their work easier and improve the chances of a successful operation. We explain. Blue and green are easy on the eyes of surgical staff. White, on the other hand, strains the eyes.…

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Some people eat breakfast as soon as they get up, others just before leaving the house, and many don’t eat. A balanced breakfast has been proven to give us a powerful energy boost for the day. It boosts metabolism, regulates blood sugar levels, improves mood, and increases concentration. In addition, it can even help to prevent hunger pangs throughout the day. Long story short: breakfast is VERY important. But the healthiest time—when to eat breakfast—is still a mystery. This is the ideal time to have breakfastAccording to former athlete, nutritionist,…

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According to a report published by the University of Leeds on Wednesday, global temperatures have risen by 0.26 degrees Celsius in the past ten years—more than at any time since records began. The current decade could bring a reversal – depending on how politicians and society decide. According to a report, man-made global warming is increasing faster than at any time since instrumental records began. In the past decade alone (2014–2023), the temperature has risen by around 0.26°C due to human activities, writes a team in the “Indicators of Global…

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Pasta is a real must-have on the menu and is very popular with both children and adults. Pasta is quick and easy to prepare and is ideal if you want to cook something tasty but are not necessarily a professional chef. Nevertheless, there are a few preparation tips that you should keep in mind in order to experience the ultimate indulgence. For example, it is important to know whether pasta needs to be rinsed after cooking or not. Pasta is also very affordable, which makes it a popular choice if…

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Due to climate change, conditions in vacation destinations are sometimes changing, which can significantly dampen vacation enjoyment and endanger health. This is because temperature and weather have an impact on possible diseases in the destination country. A number of pathogens – transmitted by ticks or mosquitoes – are increasingly penetrating new habitats. You don’t have to fly to faraway countries for this. Changes are already noticeable on vacation in Austria. For example, ticks are on the move much earlier – even as early as January – and are now almost…

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When discussing a healthy and balanced diet, we cannot ignore fruits, as they are known for their numerous benefits and contributions to the desired nutrition of the human body, such as vitamins, essential minerals, fiber, water and antioxidants. The promotion of fruit consumption for a healthy diet has been recognized worldwide, even by the World Health Organization (WHO), which has promoted its well-known campaigns for the consumption of 5 portions of fruit per day. Despite the described benefits of eating fruit, we must not forget one element they contain: natural…

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Transmitted by mosquito bites, the life-threatening dengue fever continues to spread. The World Health Organization (WHO) is concerned that cases are increasing rapidly, especially this year.By the end of April alone, 7.6 million cases had already been reported in 90 countries. 3.4 million of these have been confirmed. In more than 16,000 cases, people have become seriously ill, and 3,000 have died. This was reported by the WHO in Geneva on Thursday. In 2023, 4.5 million cases of the virus will have been reported. While most cases continue to be…

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Due to global warming, thunderstorm clouds increasingly carry more moisture and pile up higher, climate researcher Marc Olefs from Geosphere Austria told APA at a natural hazards conference in Vienna. According to Olefs, the dangers continue to increase as the climate crisis progresses. Therefore, protective structures and the flow of information between authorities, emergency services and those affected must be improved. According to Olefs, intact forests also reduce the risk of damage. Warm air can absorb seven percent more moisture per additional degree Celsius if the conditions for such saturation…

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Only recently, a case became known in the USA in which people became seriously ill with worms after eating game meat. Which foods can also be infested with parasites, and what do you need to know? A family from the US state of South Dakota barbecued bear meat and contracted a dangerous disease: trichinellosis. This is a worm disease that can spread throughout the entire body. As the US Centers for Disease Control recently announced, even family members who had not eaten the meat became ill. This is because other…

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