SOCIO DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS

Jun 06 2025HEALTH

Surrogacy: A Closer Look at How Society Shapes Our Views

Surrogacy is a hot topic. It's a way for people to become parents when they can't do it the usual way. This process is part of a bigger picture. It's about what society thinks, what's right and wrong, and what people believe. All these things mix together. They shape how we feel about surrogacy. It's important to understand what influences our thoughts. This include...

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Jun 04 2025HEALTH

Infertility and the Price Tag: What Americans are Willing to Pay for IVF

In the United States, many adults of childbearing age are facing infertility. This issue has led to a significant number of people considering in vitro fertilization, or IVF, as a solution. However, the cost of IVF is a major concern for many. The cost of IVF can be extremely high, often reaching tens of thousands of dollars. This financial burden can be a significa...

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Apr 30 2025HEALTH

How many young people are struggling with depression and anxiety in Mymensingh?

In the Mymensingh region of Bangladesh, many young people aged 15 to 21 are facing depression and anxiety. These issues are common among young people worldwide. However, in developing countries like Bangladesh, mental health often gets ignored. This is a big problem because it means many young people do not get the help they need. Young people in this age group are ...

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Brain Heat: How Scorching Temperatures Affect Kids' Thinking Skills

Climate change is making our planet hotter, and this isn't just a problem for polar bears, it's a big deal for kids too. Kids aged 9-10 might seem tough, but their brains are still growing. Extreme heat can mess with how well they think and learn. Imagine a kid trying to solve a math problem while sweating buckets. It's not easy, right? This is why scientist...

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Living Healthy in Rural Kenya: How Factors Like Age and Education Affect Hypertension and Diabetes Care

High blood pressure (hypertension) and type 2 diabetes are significant health issues causing illness and death among adults in Kenya. These problems are particularly challenging in rural areas, where access to healthcare is limited. A study orbited around understanding how factors like age, education, and other personal backgrounds impact how rural adults manage thes...

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Dec 12 2024HEALTH

Contraception Choices of US Foreign-Born Women: What Matters?

Using contraception is a smart way to prevent unexpected pregnancies. But did you know that women who were born in other countries and now live in the US are less likely to use it compared to women born here? This study wanted to figure out why that is. They looked at data from a big survey done in 2017-2019. They focused on 708 foreign-born women who were between 15...

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