South African study shows how unhealthy ageing takes its toll on health and income: The relationship between income and health underlines the need for strong government policies to break the cycle. ShutterstockPopulation ageing is often associated with health-related challenges. But its effects also reach other spheres of life. In particular, an ageing population has a big … [Read more...] about South African study shows how unhealthy ageing takes its toll on health and income | The Conversation
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‘ There’s an unhealthy concentration of power in mayors office’ – Selfe
‘ There’s an unhealthy concentration of power in mayors office’ – Selfe: ‘ There’s an unhealthy concentration of power in mayors office’ – Selfe: Democratic Alliance (DA) federal chairperson, James Selfe says his party accepts Tuesday’s Western Cape High Court judgement and its implications entirely. Selfe was speaking on talk radio 702 responding to a question regarding … [Read more...] about ‘ There’s an unhealthy concentration of power in mayors office’ – Selfe
The seven tactics unhealthy industries use to undermine public health policies | The Conversation
The seven tactics unhealthy industries use to undermine public health policies: African governments efforts to improve health are being undermined by corporations luring clientele. Reuters/Baz RatnerAcross Africa there are examples of governments trying to introduce policies that improve health, and protect the environment only to find their efforts undermined by unhealthy … [Read more...] about The seven tactics unhealthy industries use to undermine public health policies | The Conversation
Unhealthy farmworkers exacerbate SA’s looming food crisis: Employee wellness and productivity are factors within employers’ control
Unhealthy farmworkers exacerbate SA’s looming food crisis: Employee wellness and productivity are factors within employers’ control: Productivity expert Lizette Bester says that the wellbeing of farmworkers is vital, as emerging and seasoned farmers alike depend on productive labour to maximise agricultural yield. Photo: Agility Channel South Africa’s commercial farmers are … [Read more...] about Unhealthy farmworkers exacerbate SA’s looming food crisis: Employee wellness and productivity are factors within employers’ control
How marketers target poor illiterate people with unhealthy food ads | The Conversation
How marketers target poor illiterate people with unhealthy food ads: Consumers aren't always given honest nutritional information. ReutersFood advertising strongly influences the eating choices of adults, adolescents and children alike. But TV and magazine adverts often carry misleading health and nutrition claims. Advertisers use persuasive techniques to entice … [Read more...] about How marketers target poor illiterate people with unhealthy food ads | The Conversation
