Obesity has been around since the 1970s, and since then, it has only continued to rise, with one in eight people affected by this condition, according to data for 2024. Without an end in sight for this issue, research tells us that severe obesity is expected to double until 2035 in high-income
August 19, 2024The push for male birth control has been happening for quite some time. The effects of hormonal contraceptives on the female body can be harsh, and not all women can endure them. Nonhormonal contraceptives, such as IUD’s, can cause a lot of pain and discomfort as well. While there’s a vast array of
July 24, 2024One of the major concerns for public health in the United Kingdom, and certainly around the world, is the impact of climate change on healthcare. In the United Kingdom, various aspects of climate change threaten the population’s well-being, including direct effects like rising temperatures and i
June 28, 2024Access to healthcare is a crucial issue globally and is a growing concern across the United States. Public health is a vital aspect of economic and community well-being, and the proliferation of medical deserts is a threat to families, communities, businesses, and national security. Strained and
May 28, 2024Paul Alexander is not a man whose name has been written in the annals of history, but perhaps he should be. At 78, Paul passed away on the 11th of March 2024 after a 72-year battle with polio. Paul Alexander was the longest-living survivor of polio, but having contracted the viral infection in
April 10, 2024The latest statistics highlight the increasing importance of medical technology innovations in today’s healthcare sector. The digital health market is rapidly expanding, with over 400,000 healthcare apps available and 200 new daily additions. These apps offer various tools, from general wellness to
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