Young South Asians living in Australia have unique eating habits. These habits are shaped by many things. Their culture, the new environment, and personal choices all play a role. Let's explore what influences their food choices. First, culture is a big factor. Many young South Asians hold onto traditional foods. Dishes like curry, rice, and flatbreads are common. T...
Queer spaces are not just places. They are political statements. They show who is welcome and who is not. In South Asia, these spaces can be physical or digital. Physical spaces might be parks, cafes, or movie theaters. Digital spaces are online communities. Both types have rules. These rules decide who can be safe and visible. But here is the catch. Not all queer p...
Let's dive into a serious topic. Extreme low birth weight is a big problem in South Asia. It's a condition where a baby is born weighing less than 1000 grams. This is a critical issue because these tiny babies face a higher risk of health problems and even death. Now, researchers are looking into how hot weather during pregnancy might be making this problem worse...
South Asia is facing a significant health challenge. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are on the rise. These are long-term conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. They are not passed from person to person like the flu or COVID-19. Instead, they develop over time and are often linked to lifestyle choices and environmental factors. The impact of NCDs in S...
Heart issues are a big deal for South Asian folks living outside the Indian subcontinent. They face higher death rates and more hospital visits due to heart problems than white people. Yet, they are not taking part in cardiac rehabilitation programs as much as they should. These programs are crucial for recovery after a heart event. So, what's stopping them? It's tim...
Family violence affects lots of South Asian women. Karen, a health expert, dived deep into this issue and found that addressing family violence in a health care context. is of high interest. This involves understanding the unique cultural and social experiences of these women. The professionals working healthcare system should identify and help in health care settin...
South Asians and Europeans are two groups that have different lifestyles and diets. These differences can lead to different health outcomes. One interesting fact is that South Asians might be more likely to develop insulin resistance than Europeans. Insulin resistance is when the body doesn't respond well to insulin, a hormone that helps control blood sugar. This ca...
Asthma has been a growing health concern in South Asia over the past three decades. While the global trend shows a decrease in age-standardized prevalence rates, South Asia is witnessing an increase in both incidence and mortality. This study aims to shed light on these trends by examining data from 1990 to 2021. It focuses on key metrics like prevalence, incidence, ...
Imagine this: a tool that can potentially revolutionize how we diagnose and understand dementia, especially among Indian patients. This tool is Tau PET, and it's gaining traction as a cutting-edge diagnostic method. The big question is: how effective is it for South Asians, given the limited data we have? A recent study dove into this issue, exploring the frequency, ...
South Asian Americans are feeling a mix of emotions after Vice President Kamala Harris's defeat in the 2024 presidential race. While they're disappointed that she won't be the first Black woman and South Asian person to hold the nation's highest office, they're also proud of her journey and what it meant for their community. Anjali Bhatt, a 27-year-old from Washingto...