HEALTHCARE AWARENESS

May 12 2025HEALTH

Heart Health in Japan: How Chronic Patients View Their Care

Chronic heart failure (CHF) is a growing concern in Japan. This condition is not just about a weak heart. It is a progressive disease that gets worse over time. To slow it down, patients need to make big changes in their daily habits. These changes can help prevent the disease from getting worse and improve how well they feel overall. However, many patients struggle...

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

GPFirst: The Digital Push for Better Health Choices

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. ...

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Apr 08 2025HEALTH

Unseen Struggles: The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in Mozambique

Mental health issues are often overlooked, but they can affect anyone, anywhere. In Mozambique, a recent investigation shed light on a significant problem: many adults are living with undetected depression and anxiety. This study focused on understanding the extent of these issues and what factors contribute to them. In 2022 and 2023, researchers looked into the m...

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