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Wellbeing

The Hidden Victims of the Overdose Crisis: Families Left Behind

Every overdose death leaves more than a vacant chair at the dinner table. It leaves behind grieving parents, siblings, spouses, partners, and children whose lives may be permanently altered. Public health discussions about the overdose crisis often focus on mortality statistics, treatment access, naloxone distribution, and prevention efforts. While these interventions remain essential, emerging research […]

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Research

Takeaways from Recent Study on Minor Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking of minors, often lurking beneath the surface, presents a formidable challenge. Defined by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, it encompasses any commercial sexual act involving a person under 18. Yet quantifying this issue remains elusive. A recent scoping review by Franchino-Olsen and colleagues, published in the Trauma, Violence, & Abuse, attempts to address […]

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Developmental disorders

How Small Acts Spark Big Change in Child Health

In a small Tasmanian town, a mother sits in a community center with her toddler on her lap. Around her, other parents share stories—of sleepless nights, of figuring out meals from what’s available, of finding comfort in each other’s company. No researchers with clipboards. No complicated jargon. Just lived experience—real, messy, hopeful. What emerged from […]

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Wellbeing

How Health Literacy Can Ease Caregiver Stress

On a rainy Tuesday morning in Kraków, a mother sits in the pediatric waiting room, juggling her son’s medical records, a packed lunch, and unanswered questions about his medication. Despite years of appointments, she still feels unsure how to make sense of test results and treatment options. That uncertainty doesn’t just affect her child’s care—it […]

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Environment

Climate Anxiety and the Future of Parenting

In British Columbia, the summer of 2021 was unlike any other. A record-breaking heat dome gripped the region, claiming hundreds of lives. Later that fall, floods washed away highways and homes. For residents like Emma, a 29-year-old nurse in Burnaby, the question wasn’t just how to cope with today’s emergencies—it was whether it was fair […]

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Society

The Screen Time Dilemma

When you think about the critical years of a child’s life, the preschool period often stands out as a time of growth, exploration, and foundational learning. But in today’s tech-driven world, an often overlooked yet crucial aspect of early childhood development is the impact of screen time and outdoor activities on physical health. A recent […]

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