In some countries the line between health and being able to take care of the family is more defined than others.
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As any early morning stroller of Chinese cities will appreciate – this is a country that stretches to the tune of a group exercise – …
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A common sight for urinal users the world over – the unflushed pee from the previous stall user(s). As we become more inventive in how we …
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A familiar sight in the (toilet-bowl-using) world over. But it could and ultimately will, be so much more. Expat discussions about toilets in Japan tend to center …
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This morning I made my once-yearly pilgrimage to an Akasaka clinic for a comprehensive health check-up, a ritual that highlights the best and the best …
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The extent that real time visual information speeds up our ability to appreciate the consequences of actions and bodily re-actions – in this case a …
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The gag reflex is pretty strong.
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This afternoon’s office of sorts is a waiting room in a health clinic. I’ve just spent half an hour lying on my side whilst getting …
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