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YES , Time is more important than money ?! Hah

A wonderful happy day in my life #myday Iam really proud be a emergency nurse #nurse In the emergency department, we measure success not just in heartbeats, but

Early Childhood Adversity, Including Abuse, Neglect, and Dysfunctional Households, Is Linked to Adult Problem Drinking, Especially When Emotional Support Is Low

Adults with high childhood adversity are more likely to engage in problem drinking. Image Credit: The columns Many people turn to alcohol as a way to alleviate stress.

My Public Health Presentation Series(Episode 3)

Core Concepts of Public Health: Prevention, Population Health, and Determinants of Health As we continue this Public Health Presentation Series, we now move into

My Public Health Presentation Series(Episode 2)

When we talk about public health today, we often think of vaccination campaigns, disease control programs, or global health organizations. But public health did

Gatos en la ciudad ¿Un problema de salud pública? [ESP][ENG]

Hay una idea que ha estado dando vueltas en mi cabeza desde hace algún tiempo, pero que recientemente ha vuelto a disparar algunas alarmas o por lo menos creo que

[OC] Estimated Global Deaths Linked to Major Harmful Habits

[OC] Excel HabitEstimated Annual Deaths (Latest)Notes / SourcesUnhealthy Diet** 8 million**Based on WHO’s 2024 “Comprehensive Overview” report.Tobacco / Smoking

What Percentage of Gun Deaths are Suicides? Firearm-Death Statistics in the U.S. (2025)

Report reveals a sobering truth: nearly 2 out of 3 gun deaths in 2024 were suicides, with older white males most affected. How do age, gender, and race shape this

For the first time, scientists have shown that living in a society with income inequality changes children’s brain structure and mental health - even if their families are well-off.

Inequality doesn’t just divide society, it leaves lasting marks on the developing mind. Illustration by the author A new study published in Nature Mental Health

Over 1 Billion People Worldwide Live with Depression or Anxiety (2025), U.S. Remains Historically High

The United States is a close runner-up, reporting over 5% prevalence of depressive disorders per 100k Image Source: World population review Depression is affecting

Gun Deaths in the US: Analyzing At-Risk Demographics in 2025

In the U.S., young Black men face the highest gun death rates, while Native Americans and rural populations also experience disproportionate losses. Lives are not

The Future of STI Testing: Self-Tests, Apps, and AI

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a global health challenge, with over 374 million new cases annually (WHO, 2022). Traditional clinic-based testing often

Silent Carriers: The Public Health Risk of Subclinical Infections What you don’t show can still spread.

Not all infections announce themselves with fever, fatigue, or a cough. Some stay silent, smoldering beneath the surface—yet capable of transmitting disease and

Heat, Hunger, and Hypertension: The Triple Burden of Climate Change

Climate change is no longer just an environmental issue—it’s a cardiovascular one. As global temperatures rise, the ripple effects are showing up in hospitals and

Who Gets the Vaccine First? Ethics in Outbreak Prioritization

When a deadly virus spreads and vaccine supplies are limited, one urgent question emerges: Who should be vaccinated first? This is not just a logistical challenge—it’s

THE POWER OF A GOOD DIET

Eating well is one of the most important things we can do for our health. A good diet is not about following strict rules or cutting out entire food groups. It’s

“The Myth of ‘Universal’ Healthcare: What Access Really Looks Like”

🏛️ Introduction The promise of universal healthcare is compelling but access often divides along lines of geography, economics, and bureaucracy. Here’s how systems

Heatwaves and Heart Attacks: How Climate Stress Is Reshaping Cardiovascular Risk

As the planet heats up, so does the strain on our hearts. While climate change is often discussed in terms of environmental devastation, it’s increasingly becoming

Genome Editing for Infectious Diseases: Where Do We Draw the Line? CRISPR, ethical boundaries, and therapeutic potential

The rise of genome editing technologies—particularly CRISPR-Cas9—has revolutionized biomedical research. Once the realm of science fiction, we are now using genetic

Vaccine Hesitancy in Healthcare Workers: A 2025 Update

Vaccine hesitancy is often framed as a public issue, but recent data shows it's a concern even within medical communities. A 2025 survey published in The Lancet

Beyond HIV: Rising STI Co-infection Rates and Why It Matters

In recent years, healthcare providers have observed a troubling trend: the rising co-infection rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as herpes simplex