WHO: Measles Deaths Plummet over Decade

Measles is one of the most infectious diseases on Earth and has been the cause of epidemics, but it’s not discussed much today. At one time in history, epidemics were common – and so were deaths as a result of them. Over the last decade, however, deaths from measles have plummeted. The cause for this is increased research and production of vaccinations.

According to the results of a World Health Organization (WHO) study, an estimated 9.6 million children have been saved from measles-related death over the last 10 years. This is attributed to an unprecedented 85 percent vaccination rate worldwide. Still, despite the significant improvements in this area, the WHO failed to reach its goal of a 90 percent reduction in deaths by 2010.

With the current rate, it’s likely that the WHO will reach the 90 percent reduction goal soon. Even though the organization missed its target date, an 85 percent reduction is seen as a tremendous success. Read more…

6 Money Saving Tips for Frugal Retirees

Helpful ways to enjoy and extend your golden nest egg

As we approach retirement we look forward to that golden next egg we’ve saved with aspirations of travel and easy living. However, we know that our retirement savings aren’t endless. Retired seniors are living off of a fixed amount of income, for example, a pension, that you withdraw your monthly living expenses from. No matter how much money we have in our bank accounts or pensions, we’re well aware that now is the time for more savings—not for extravagant living.

Luckily, saving money is easy when you’re retired. For example, you save on gas and vehicle costs because you aren’t driving to work and back and you’re more apt to eat at home instead of at restaurants because you have time to develop your gourmet chef skills. It’s the little lifestyle changes that save retirees the most money. And the bonus is that now that you’re retired you have time on your side as well so you can look into the following ways to save extra money. Read more…

Exercises improves your health

We all talk about being healthy but do we really do anything towards being healthy or in fact do we really need to do anything extra to be fit and fine? There are so many questions when it comes to being healthy. Well, ideally human body is perfectly developed and therefore it is able to combat any deviations that one might undergo. Though, today everything is not as easy as there are many external factors that do affect the human health. The increasing pollution, other environmental hazards, increased intake of chemical additives etc. cause many adverse effects on the health. Therefore, one cannot rely entirely on the body’s abilities to remain healthy. Yes, there is a genuine need of something extra. Now, once it is clear that one needs to do something extra, it more important to define those extra requirements maintaining good health. Diet is first and the foremost requirement that we have to pay attention. Eating healthy is very essential. Though, nowadays due to ongoing change in living conditions problems like obesity, overweight, tiredness, restlessness, stress and depression are increasing. To avoid all these, exercise is one that can help you the most. Exercise does have positive effects on your health. Read more…