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  • Fighting Childhood Obesity Through Nutrition and Sports 12/15/24

    Childhood obesity is a growing crisis, with unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity putting millions of kids at risk for chronic diseases like diabetes and heart conditions. Fast food, sugary drinks, and processed snacks dominate many children’s diets, while screen time often replaces outdoor play. This combination not only impacts their physical health but…

  • Understanding Vaccine Hesitancy in Africa 11/30/24

    Vaccine hesitancy is a big issue in Africa, where many people are reluctant to get vaccinated due to misinformation, distrust of healthcare systems, and difficulty accessing vaccines. These challenges don’t just slow down efforts to fight diseases—they also make health disparities worse. Solving this problem takes more than just science; it requires understanding the history,…

  • The Growing Importance of Mental Health Awareness 11/17/24

    Mental health has become a huge topic in public health today, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. More people are struggling with things like anxiety, depression, and stress, yet many still don’t seek help because of fear or not knowing where to turn. There’s a lot of stigma around mental health, and that makes it harder…