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Addressing substance use among teenagers requires a multifaceted approach involving education, regulation, and support systems. Here are some strategies that can be implemented to curb substance use: Comprehensive Education Programs:…

Nova Scotia Health (NSH) is set to host its inaugural provincial career fair on Friday, April 26, spanning 11 communities across the province. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., NSH…

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Elias Vieira Gonçalves, a street vendor on the bustling streets of Rio de Janeiro, knows the perils of outdoor work all too well. For over…

Pregnancy is a miraculous journey filled with excitement and anticipation. Alongside the joy of expecting a baby comes the responsibility of ensuring optimal nutrition for both mother and child. A…

Astellas is committed to improving the health of people worldwide through the provision of innovative pharmaceutical products. In pursuit of this mission, Astellas recognizes the importance of engaging with local…

The visit of UNICEF’s Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, Regina De Dominicis, and Montenegro’s Minister of Health, Dr Vojislav Šimun, to Cetinje’s maternity ward emphasized the importance of…

The recent tragic incident involving the untimely death of a 14-year-old secondary school student during a cross-country run has raised concerns about the health and safety protocols in school sporting…

Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, accompanied by a myriad of physical and emotional changes. Among these changes, weight gain is a common concern that many women…

Nine Pacific countries have pledged to enhance protection for children against life-threatening diseases by expanding their immunization programs, implemented by UNICEF in partnership with Ministries of Health and funded by…

The National Federation of Health Insurance Societies (Kenporen) has projected a significant rise in the average premium rate for corporate health insurance societies in Japan, reaching an unprecedented 9.32 percent…

On The Big Tech Show, Adrian is joined by Dr. Catherine Baker, a postdoctoral researcher at Dublin City University’s Anti-Bullying Centre, who authored a recent report on the growing trend…

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has issued a warning about the increasing cases of measles and pertussis (whooping cough) across the European Union (EU), emphasizing the…

The situation in Haiti’s health system is dire, with life-saving medication and equipment dwindling or completely absent in hospitals and clinics across Port-au-Prince. This crisis is exacerbated by the tightening…

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) are collaborating with the World Health Organization (WHO) to ensure equitable access to health for all. This partnership aligns with the theme of this year’s…

In the ongoing investigation into the health issues associated with Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s beni kōji (red yeast rice) supplements, the health ministry and the National Institute of Health Sciences have announced…

In response to health issues arising from the use of a supplement containing benikoji red rice mold produced by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., the Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry in Tokyo…

In a significant move aimed at safeguarding Australians residing in aged care and disability homes, the Albanese Government has announced funding for pharmacists to administer free flu and other National…

Washington D.C., April 19, 2024 – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) recently convened a workshop in collaboration with health officials and experts from Aruba to analyze data from the…

WASHINGTON, April 18, 2024 — The World Bank Group has unveiled an ambitious initiative aimed at extending quality, affordable health services to 1.5 billion individuals by the year 2030. This…

In a tradition spanning over 13 centuries, medical workers and devotees gathered at Ohmiwa Shrine in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture, western Japan, for the annual Hanashizume-no-matsuri festival, a time-honored ritual…