Filipino teenagers are spending a lot of time sitting down. This is a big deal because it can lead to health problems. Many of them are not moving enough. They are not getting the exercise they need. This is partly because they are using digital devices a lot. Using screens too much can be bad for health. It can cause problems like obesity and poor posture. But it i...
The world has seen a rise in hip-hop feminism. This movement is more than just music. It's a way of thinking and acting that is changing how women speak up and challenge old ideas about gender. It's happening all over the globe, thanks to the internet and digital platforms. This makes it a powerful tool for women to connect, share, and fight for their rights. The id...
In 2019, a clever plan was put into action to change how people in eastern Singapore handle minor health issues. The idea was to steer folks away from crowded emergency rooms and towards local clinics. This plan was called GPFirst. The goal was to make people more aware of GPFirst and to get them to use it. A digital media campaign was launched to spread the word. ...
Dementia is a tough condition that slowly affects a person's ability to function and connect with others. But staying active and engaged can really boost the well-being of someone living with dementia. Technology might just be the key to making this happen. A recent effort looked into how people in the early stages of dementia in Portugal use digital tools to stay ac...
In the last 30 years, digital and screen media have changed a lot. They went from simple TVs to complex, interactive, and mobile devices. This shift has made it hard to give simple advice like "limit screen time. " Now, families need help navigating a world where entertainment and information are always at their fingertips. The digital world is full of choices. The...
Health education and promotion are powerful tools for healthy aging and reducing illness. Primary care workers are crucial in delivering these interventions, especially through digital media. However, in China, the use of digital media for health promotion is not common. One key issue is that these workers may not have the necessary digital skills for this task. This...