Real people with relatable stories can help public agencies counter social media disinformation campaigns and “fake news” around issues such as vaccination programs, academic researchers say.This post was originally published on this website.
Aging societies and population decline have been on the rise globally, but in Japan, the situation has been exacerbated ten-fold. A staggering 36.21 million people, or 28.9% of the populace, are 65 and over. Further, […]
Africa is often viewed as a relatively young continent, with less than 7% of the population over 60. But this is set to change. Declining fertility rates and increasing life expectancy mean that by 2050, […]
We all admire wise people, don’t we? Whether it’s a thoughtful teacher, a compassionate doctor, or an elder in the community, we recognize wisdom when we see it. But have you ever thought about how […]
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has warned attacks on health-care workers, patients and facilities “must not become the norm.”This post was originally published on this website.
Australia’s tax system is needlessly complex, and that’s making it costly in ways that aren’t obvious.This post was originally published on this website.
A new multi-institution study found national political candidates miss an opportunity to sway voters by failing to prioritize the health of a key population: children.This post was originally published on this website.
Flooding, including the devastation caused recently by Hurricane Helene, is responsible for $5 billion in annual damages in the U.S. That’s more than any other type of weather-related extreme event.This post was originally published on […]
Lead researcher Dr. Sarah Nason, from Bangor University’s School of History, Law and Social Sciences explained, “Debt, benefits, special educational needs, health care issues, these are everyday problems that many of us face, and it’s […]
After examining local, state and national databases, University of Nebraska–Lincoln researchers have concluded that expanding and enhancing supports for Nebraska’s families is vital to ensure the “good life” for all Nebraska residents.This post was originally […]
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