The HIV Crisis in the African continent has been steadily increasing since the 20th century, from where it originated. It has proven to be the most significant public health challenge in Africa, affecting millions of people across the continent. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), is a virus that attacks the body’s …
Read More »The Importance of a Healthy Lifestyle
Health is really important in our daily life. If we are not healthy, it’s hard to focus in school or even enjoy things we like. I think having a healthy lifestyle is not too hard, but we need to build some good habits. First, eating better food is important. A …
Read More »Lead Poisoning
In America, nearly 60 million people may be drinking from pipes containing toxic metals. In Jackson, Mississippi, the mayor has issued more than 300 “boil water notices” in the last 2 years. Repeated warnings caused fear and frustration among city residents, and many feel as though they cannot even trust …
Read More »Why Drinking Water Is Important
Water is something we use every day, but many people don’t pay attention to how important it is. I think drinking enough water is actually a very simple way to stay healthy. First, water helps us feel more active. When I don’t drink enough water, I feel tired and kind …
Read More »Prevalence of Smoking
The use of cigarettes among teenagers continues to persist, and this trend has direct effects on public health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that thousands of teens begin smoking each year, with many becoming regular users before adulthood. This early exposure means that adolescents regularly inhale substances that …
Read More »Fast Food Culture
The “McDonaldization” of American foods is steadily increasing every year, and this shift has direct effects on public health. Eric Schlosser, a consumer economist, reports that the average American consumes “three hamburgers and four orders of french fries” per week. This level of intake means many people regularly consume foods …
Read More »Stay Healthy with Daily Movement
By: Heran Zhang grade 9 As a ninth-grade student, I am always busy with my studies. We have to sit in the classroom for long hours every day, doing homework and preparing for exams. Most of us hardly move our bodies during school time, which is not good for our …
Read More »How to Stay Mentally Healthy
By: Heran Zhang, grade 9 I think health is not only about our bodies, but also about our minds. Recently, many students feel stressed because of schoolwork and exams. So I want to talk about how we can keep our minds healthy and happy. First of all, we need to …
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