Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints. It can be referred to more than 150 diseases which are usually associated with pain and disability. Close to 22.7% of adults had doctor-diagnosed arthritis and ~43.5% of them have limitations in their daily activities.
Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability and it affects more than 350 million people in the world. This term refers to more than 150 diseases which are usually associated with pain and the inability to perform daily tasks.
As opposed to the usual belief, arthritis does not only affect the elderly as more than 3 in 5 people below the age of 65 are suffering from arthritis. The women’s population (23.5%) was found to be more prevalent compared to the men’s population (18.1%). Higher prevalence of arthritis was also found in physically inactive people (23.6%) than people who have met the recommended levels of physical activity (18.1%).
Almost 1 billion people in the world are struggling with mental disorders. On the contrary, people tend to be underdiagnosed or underreport such conditions regardless of countless healthcare provisions. Hence, the true value remains unknown.
Mental health is the mediator of emotions, communication, resilience and cognitive functions such as thinking and learning. Just like any part of the human body, it can fall ill. Mental illnesses, also known as mental disorders are conditions that affect one’s emotions, thoughts and behaviour. These conditions can take place in just about anyone where they disrupt daily life in certain ways ranging from mild phobia to medical care requirements.
Almost 1 billion people in the world are struggling with mental disorders. On the contrary, people tend to be underdiagnosed or underreport such conditions regardless of countless healthcare provisions. Hence, the true value remains unknown.
Mental health is the mediator of emotions, communication, resilience and cognitive functions such as thinking and learning. Just like any part of the human body, it can fall ill. Mental illnesses, also known as mental disorders are conditions that affect one’s emotions, thoughts and behaviour. These conditions can take place in just about anyone where they disrupt daily life in certain ways ranging from mild phobia to medical care requirements.
World Teachers’ Day falls on the 5th of October with a theme every year. This day provides all in the education industry the acknowledgement of their efforts in global education. It sets as an annual occasion to raise awareness on the challenges that the teachers face and their part in achieving global education targets. This year, the theme will be “Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future”.
World Teachers’ Day falls on the 5th of October with a theme every year. This day provides all in the education industry the acknowledgement of their efforts in global education. It sets as an annual occasion to raise awareness on the challenges that the teachers face and their part in achieving global education targets. This year, the theme will be “Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future”.
According to World Health Organisation (2017), Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is currently the first leading cause of death worldwide. There has been an increase of 14.5% of deaths which is equivalent to 17.9 million, attributed to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) globally from 2006 to 2016. That is 3 in every 10 deaths and is expected to grow to over 23.6 million by 2030.
According to World Health Organisation (2017), Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is currently the first leading cause of death worldwide. There has been an increase of 14.5% of deaths which is equivalent to 17.9 million, attributed to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) globally from 2006 to 2016. That is 3 in every 10 deaths and is expected to grow to over 23.6 million by 2030.
Suicide is one of the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages, accounting to over 800,000 deaths every year.
World Suicide Prevention Day, organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) was created to promote awareness on suicide, mental illnesses associated with suicide as well as suicide prevention; on the 10th of September, every year. This day provides worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world since 2003. Speaking up about mental illnesses and suicide is important as this can increase awareness and reduce stigma on mental illnesses.
Iron deficiency is one of the most common and widespread disorder in the world. Many have lived with its symptoms without knowing their condition can be restricted. This includes unusual tiredness, paleness, shortness of breath, headache, dizziness and heart palpitations. However, complications such as weakened immune system, risk of heart failure and risk of abnormally fast heartbeat may arise when iron deficiency is left untreated.
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