Health – English Across the Curriculum

Delhi’s Air Quality Reaches Danger Zone

November 7, 2023 by Klaus Rosmanitz

The air quality in India’s capital Delhi has reached dangerous levels – over 100 times higher than normal.For years Greater Delhi, with its 25 million people, has been regarded the world’s most polluted city. The city’s government has taken measures to combat air pollution. Schools were closed, construction that was not essential was stopped, people … Read more

Too Much Salt Can Increase Risk Of Diabetes

November 6, 2023 by Klaus Rosmanitz

Researchers are now warning that too much salt can increase the risk of getting type 2 diabetes. We already know that consuming too much salt may lead to other diseases, including heart problems and high blood pressure. In a recent British study, 400 000 participants were monitored over a twelve year period. 13,000 developed diabetes. … Read more