MediWeek

Depression and anxiety are significant contributors to global disease burden and disability. In 2022, around 12.6 million young adults reported experiencing a mental illness, an increase of over 1 million compared to 2021. Women generally have higher rates of mental illness compared to men. College students, in particular, face a higher incidence of mental health […]

Regular physical activity is essential for reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases, enhancing physical and cognitive function, and improving mental health. The 2020 World Health Organization (WHO) physical activity guidelines recommend that adults engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week, 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity, or an equivalent combination to achieve

Low back pain, a highly prevalent and disabling condition, results in recurrence within 12 months of recovery in about 70% of the individuals, contributing significantly to the disease and economic burden due to high medical costs and long work absenteeism. Exercise combined with education helps prevent recurrences, disability, and absenteeism, but exercise programs often require

In recent years, there has been a growing acknowledgment of the health advantages of spending time in the company of nature, partly due to the physical activity it encourages. This understanding has fostered new collaborations among health sectors, parks and recreation centres, public lands, and environmental organizations to promote increased time and physical activity in

Globally, approximately two-thirds of the individuals are reported to be affected with psychiatric disorders by the age of 25 years, with childhood (birth to age 9 years), adolescence (ages 10–12 years), and early adulthood being recognized as the critical periods for the development of these disorders! Exposure to air pollution (toxic gases and particulate matter,

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), affecting 415 million people and causing over 4 million deaths annually, significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, and cancer, and imposes a substantial economic burden. Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable through dietary changes, particularly healthy plant-based diets that mitigate the major contributing factors of overweight and obesity.

Stroke significantly impacts global health, being the third leading cause of premature death and years lost due to illness and disability, worldwide. Identifying the risk factors is crucial for developing public health interventions. While the association of stroke with hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, smoking, and alcohol consumption is well known, the influence of climate change on

The health benefits of physical activity are well established. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends 150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activities or 75-150 minutes of vigorous activity per week. While an active lifestyle is optimal, physical activity levels can change over a woman’s life due to major transitions like marriage, childbirth, and retirement. Most studies have

In maintaining good health, ensuring a proper intake of essential nutrients through a well-balanced diet is imperative. A proper diet not only prevents the adverse effects of nutritional deficiencies but also guards against diet-related non-communicable diseases (DR-NCDs) later in life. Recognizing that no single food can provide all necessary nutrients, a diverse and balanced diet

E-cigarettes are considered a less harmful alternative to classical tobacco cigarettes.  The impact of E-cigarettes on cardiovascular health remains elusive. E-cigarette aerosol can lead to the alteration of inflammatory and oxidative stress pathways, ultimately resulting in vascular endothelial dysfunction, thrombogenesis, and atherosclerosis [1]. A recent All of Us Research Program sponsored by the NIH carried out a prospective