PUBLIC HEALTH

May 26 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Map of Relationship Violence in Cambodia

In Cambodia, a troubling issue lurks in the shadows. It is not talked about enough. It is intimate partner violence. This is when a man hurts his partner. It is a big problem for health and rights all over the world. Yet, in Cambodia, no one has looked at how this violence spreads across the country

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May 24 2025HEALTH

Rethinking How Social Media Shapes Mental Health Awareness

Mental health issues are on the rise, especially among young adults. This makes it crucial to tackle these problems and enhance mental health care. Social media, with its vast audience and low cost, has become a key player in spreading mental health awareness in wealthy nations. Yet, there is a gap

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May 23 2025HEALTH

Measles Strikes Anchorage: What You Need to Know

In Anchorage, a young person has been diagnosed with measles. This news has sparked concern among health officials. They worry that more people might have been exposed to the virus. The infected individual, who had not received the measles vaccine, visited several public spots while possibly spreadi

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May 23 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and Wooden Toys: A Surprising Connection

The number of older adults facing cognitive issues is growing. This is a big problem for public health. Many people think of wooden toys as simple playthings. But could they actually help keep the mind sharp? It seems like a strange idea. However, there is some evidence that they might. There is

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May 23 2025HEALTH

Can Therapy Truly Tame Our Anger?

The world is full of people who struggle with anger issues. These struggles can lead to aggressive behavior and violence. It is a serious problem that affects many people. One way to tackle this issue is through therapy. Anger management is a skill that can be learned. But it takes time and effo

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May 23 2025HEALTH

The Price of a Bet

Sports betting has become a big deal. It is now legal in many places. People are placing bets on games more than ever. This might seem like fun. It might even seem like easy money. But there are costs that are not so obvious. These costs are not about money. They are about health. Health issues can

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May 23 2025HEALTH

Stressors That Raise Suicide Risk: A Closer Look

In Victoria, Australia, a study dug into what stresses might push someone towards suicide. The researchers looked at 553 adults who took their own lives in 2013. They wanted to see if certain stresses were more common in the year before these deaths. The study found that mental health issues were a

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May 23 2025HEALTH

How Canada's Cannabis Laws Impacted Youth Hospitalizations

Across Canada, the legal age for buying cannabis varies. This variation allowed researchers to study how these age limits affect hospital visits related to cannabis use among young people. They looked at data from 2015 to 2022, focusing on individuals aged 15 to 44. The study found that before

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May 22 2025HEALTH

What Do People Think About Sexual Health?

People's ideas about sexual health are important. They affect how people take care of their sexual health. This includes how they use health services, react to campaigns, and follow policies. These ideas can also shape public health policies. They influence how people express their sexuality and int

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May 22 2025HEALTH

What's Affecting the Minds of China's Middle-Aged and Elderly?

In China, a big question is what makes the minds of middle-aged and older adults slow down. A recent study dug into this, using a long-term health survey. This survey, known as CHARLS, tracked many people over time. The goal was to find out what mix of things might be causing memory and thinking pro

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