Tag: Urban Health
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Prevalence and Determinants of Medication Adherence Among Women with Hypertension in Inezgane, Morocco
Overview Hypertension remains a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease globally. In Morocco, urban primary health care facilities in towns like Inezgane are pivotal in managing chronic conditions such as hypertension. This article summarizes findings from a cross‑sectional study that assessed how prevalent medication adherence is among women with hypertension and identified the determinants…
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Unhealthy Lifestyle and Stress Fuel Diabetes Surge in Cities
Sumon Kabir (pseudonym), an employee at a private firm in the capital, represents a pattern that is all too common among urban professionals. His days are long, his options for meals limited, and constant deadlines keep stress at a steady hum. Like many in crowded offices and city streets, he finds it difficult to maintain…
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Unhealthy Lifestyles and Stress: The Hidden Driver of a Diabetes Surge
Introduction: A Familiar Struggle in the Urban Fast Lane Sumon Kabir, a pseudonym used to protect privacy, mirrors a common story among city professionals. He works long hours, frequently travels for meetings, and struggles to find time for balanced meals. The pressure to perform, combined with a hectic schedule, has pushed his lifestyle toward quick,…
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Unhealthy Lifestyles and Stress: The Silent Surge of Diabetes in Urban Workplaces
Introduction: A growing urban health concern In many bustling capitals, the daily grind isn’t just a test of time—it’s a test of health. An increasing number of urban professionals, including Sumon Kabir’s peers, are caught in a cycle of long hours, irregular meals, and mounting stress. This combination is contributing to a worrying rise in…
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Adapting a Global One Health Evaluation Framework to Municipal Level in Fukuoka, Japan
Introduction: Why a municipal One Health framework in Fukuoka? The One Health approach — recognizing the interconnected health of people, animals, and the environment — has guided global health strategies for infectious disease surveillance, antimicrobial resistance, and environmental stewardship. Translating this framework to the municipal level in Fukuoka, Japan, offers an opportunity to align local…
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Brompton: Ride for Yourself and Planet Earth (UK Brand)
Brompton’s Ethos: Form Follows Function for Urban Living London-based Brompton Bicycle celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2025 with a clear, unapologetic stance: your bike should disappear when you don’t need it and reappear when you do. The company’s design philosophy is practical elegance—folding a Brompton in under 20 seconds, carrying it onto trains, and sliding…