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Safe Driving Tips After Consuming Cannabis Edibles

Cannabis edibles are becoming increasingly popular as more places legalize their use. Unlike smoking or vaping, edibles provide a different experience, and their effects can last much longer. Understanding these differences is crucial, especially when it comes to driving safely. Recent research has provided valuable insights into how cannabis edibles impact driving. Here are some […]

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Mental health

The Overdose Crisis: A Personal Perspective

In the United States, the devastating impact of drug overdose is a stark reality for millions. Since 1999, over a million lives have been lost to drug overdose, and the ripple effects of these tragedies extend far beyond the individuals who succumb to addiction. This blog explores a recent study that reveals the personal toll […]

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Communication

The Science of Fecal Transplants

Imagine a future where the treatment for a debilitating disease lies not in a bottle of pills, but in a simple procedure involving the healthy bacteria from another person’s gut. It sounds like science fiction, but this is the exciting potential of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). This blog explores a groundbreaking study on the efficacy […]

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Workforce

A Path to better Workplace Health

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant portion of our lives at work. This makes the workplace an ideal setting for promoting health and preventing chronic diseases. Imagine if your job could help you stay healthier, live longer, and enjoy a better quality of life. That’s the vision behind workplace health promotion. […]

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Health equity

Breaking Barriers to Cancer Treatment

Cancer claims nearly 10 million lives globally each year, yet does not affect everyone equally. Socioeconomic factors play a significant role in determining who gets timely, effective treatment and who doesn’t. Despite advances in cancer treatment, people experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage face numerous barriers that make accessing cancer care challenging. This blog explores the findings of […]

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Environment

Staying Safe in Heat Wave

Imagine waking up one summer morning to find the temperature soaring (like, I don’t know, today). By noon, it’s unbearably hot, and by evening, the heatwave has claimed lives. This scenario is becoming increasingly common. In 2003, Europe experienced a heatwave that resulted in 70,000 excess deaths. As climate change progresses, heatwaves are expected to […]

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Environment

Electric Fans are Lifesavers During Heat Waves

Imagine the sweltering heat of a summer day, with temperatures soaring and no relief in sight. Heat waves, often considered silent killers, have become more frequent and intense due to climate change. The elderly, the poor, and the socially isolated are most vulnerable. Public health agencies have often warned against using electric fans during such […]

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Environment

Understanding Heat Waves

Heat waves are becoming more frequent, intense, and prolonged, posing significant risks to human health, ecosystems, and economies. This comprehensive review by Barriopedro and colleagues delves into the intricacies of heat waves, aiming to enhance our understanding and address the scientific challenges they present. Let’s break down this complex topic. What Are Heat Waves? Heat […]

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Society

Are Hospitals Giving Enough Charity Care?

When we think about hospitals, we often picture them as places of healing, where dedicated professionals work tirelessly to care for the sick. But have you ever wondered how these hospitals support patients who can’t afford to pay for their medical treatments? This support, known as charity care, varies significantly depending on the type of […]

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