Tag: adolescent health
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Thalassemia Screening in Malaysia: 58,428 Carriers Found Among Form Four Students
Overview: a long-running school-based thalassemia screening program Malaysia’s health authorities have kept a steady course on a school-based health initiative aimed at reducing the burden of thalassemia. Since 2016, Form Four students have been screened as part of a broader effort to identify carriers of the genetic blood disorder. The latest figures show 58,428 carriers…
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Quit now! The expert’s guide to talking to children about vaping
Why talking to children about vaping matters The rise of vaping has brought a new set of challenges for parents and caregivers. While some teens see e-cigarettes as a harmless alternative to smoking, the reality is that vaping can introduce nicotine to developing brains and create a gateway to longer-term tobacco use. Experts emphasize that…
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Malaysia Screens 58,428 Form Four Students as Thalassemia Carriers Since 2016
Overview: A National Screening Effort The Malaysian health authorities have disclosed a significant milestone in the ongoing school-based health screening program. Since 2016, 58,428 Form Four students have been identified as thalassemia carriers. This figure is part of a broader initiative that has seen nearly 1.8 million students undergo screening for genetic blood disorders. Thalassemia…
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Adolescent Meningococcal Disease Prevention: Timely Vaccines
Why adolescence is a critical window for meningococcal disease prevention Meningococcal disease can affect people at any age, but adolescence is a pivotal period for prevention. Recent expert discussions highlight that while infants and younger children are traditionally prioritized, the risk rises again during adolescence due to behavioural and environmental factors. In the United States,…
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Adolescent Hyperglycemia in Type 1 Diabetes May Elevate Adult Neuropathy Risk
New Evidence Links Adolescent Hyperglycemia to Adult Neuropathy Risk Emerging findings from a University of Michigan-led study suggest that poor blood sugar control during adolescence in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) could increase the likelihood of developing neuropathy in adulthood. This long-term insight adds to the growing body of evidence that early glycemic exposure…
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From Taboo to Touchscreen: A Qualitative Study of Digital Sexual and Reproductive Health Intervention for Bangladeshi Adolescents
Introduction: The Need for Digital Adolescent SRH in Bangladesh Adolescence is a window of rapid growth where access to accurate sexual and reproductive health (SRH) information can shape lifelong health outcomes. In Bangladesh, where adolescents comprise a significant portion of the population, traditional channels often fall short due to cultural taboos, stigma, and limited youth-focused…
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From Taboo to Touchscreen: A Qualitative Study of a Digital SRH Intervention for Bangladeshi Adolescents
From Taboo to Touchscreen: Reimagining Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health in Bangladesh Adolescence is a critical period of rapid development, where timely and youth-friendly health information can shape lifelong well-being. In Bangladesh, nearly one-fifth of the population are adolescents, a segment confronting barriers to SRH information and services shaped by cultural norms, privacy concerns, and…
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From Taboo to Touchscreen: A Qualitative Look at Mukhorito, a Bangladeshi Adolescent SRH App
From Taboo to Touchscreen: Understanding Mukhorito’s Role in Bangladeshi Adolescent SRH Adolescence is a critical window for sexual and reproductive health (SRH) education, yet many Bangladeshi youths face cultural barriers, limited services, and privacy concerns when seeking reliable information. A qualitative study explored Mukhorito, an Android-based app designed to foster peer-driven learning and open dialogue…