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Does social media cause jealousy in young adults scrolling on smartphones

Society

Scrolling and Comparing: The Real Link Between Social Media and Jealousy

If you’ve ever felt a twinge of envy while scrolling through perfectly curated vacation photos or career announcements, you’re not alone. A common question many people now ask is: Does social media cause jealousy? The short answer is that social media can contribute to jealousy, but the relationship is more complex than it first appears. […]

What Are the Signs of Human Trafficking? warning poster

Global

Hidden in Plain Sight: How to Recognize and Respond to Human Trafficking

Human trafficking remains one of the most urgent public health and human rights challenges worldwide. Yet many cases go unnoticed because the warning signs often appear subtle or are misunderstood. So, what are the signs of human trafficking? Recognizing them can mean the difference between ongoing exploitation and a life restored to safety. Public health […]

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Environment

When the Forecast Turns Fierce: Understanding the Rise in Global Extreme Weather

Extreme heatwaves, record-breaking hurricanes, catastrophic floods, and relentless wildfires are no longer rare headlines. Instead, they have become part of our everyday news cycle. Many readers are asking the same question: Why Extreme Weather Is Increasing Worldwide? The answer lies at the intersection of climate science, environmental change, and public health. As global temperatures rise […]

Why Climate Change Threatens Public Health

Global

The Growing Public Health Crisis in a Warming World

Climate change is no longer a distant environmental issue. Today, it directly affects how people live, work, and stay healthy. From rising temperatures to worsening air quality, why climate change threatens public health has become one of the most urgent questions facing communities worldwide. As weather patterns continue to shift, public health systems face increasing […]

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Tag: blogs

Scrolling and Comparing: The Real Link Between Social Media and Jealousy

Hidden in Plain Sight: How to Recognize and Respond to Human Trafficking

When the Forecast Turns Fierce: Understanding the Rise in Global Extreme Weather

The Growing Public Health Crisis in a Warming World

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