Epidemiology is the study of how and why diseases occur in different populations. It helps identify patterns, causes, and risk factors to inform prevention, treatment, and public health strategies.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the top ten global public health threats facing humanity. Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites mutate and no longer respond to the drugs that were previously effective against them.
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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions, affecting nearly one-third of adults at some point in life. The good news is that they can be effectively managed and treated.
CBT,epidemiology,mindfulness,relaxation
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 3 people worldwide is overweight, and nearly 1 in 10 is obese. Additionally, more than 40 million children under the age of 5 are classified as overweight.
epidemiology,prevention
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 10 people worldwide suffer from foodborne illnesses each year due to poor food hygiene. Food safety is a shared responsibility, and both as food handlers and consumers, we have the power to prevent foodborne illnesses. To promote safe food practices, WHO has outlined five key principles that we can apply in our kitchens to minimize health risks and maintain proper hygiene.
epidemiology,prevention
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one-third of adults in the U.S. do not get the recommended amount of sleep needed for optimal daily functioning and long-term health.
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