HEALTH

Bangladesh’s labour laws are comprehensive regarding wage rights, working hours, and physical health and safety, but they do not explicitly address mental health concerns. The global recognition of the significance of mental health in the workplace is increasing. Developed countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia have implemented mental health provisions as part of their labour legislation.
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2 years ago Read more at asianews.network

Katie Acheson, the new CEO of batyr, exemplifies this progressive journey. In a world where young women grapple with unique mental health challenges, Gender plays an important role in how we experience mental health, and so we have to respond in a way that's sympathetic to that. This sentiment strikes at the heart of a fundamental issue: the need for mental health resources and platforms that address the specific experiences of women.
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2 years ago Read more at New Zealand

A Headspace survey found young women suffered loneliness more than their male counterparts. Three in five young people reported feeling like they lacked companionship, felt isolated or left out. The rates of loneliness were highest among women aged between 18 and 21.
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2 years ago Read more at 1News

A new survey shows many Kiwi parents are behind on their children's regular health check-ups. Any Kiwi parent knows all too well how fast germs spread amongst our little ones. But what they might not know is that their kids might be behind on health checks. Of those surveyed, 41 per cent said their child has either never had a general health exam, or is not up to date with them. It could mean Kiwi kids are struggling with reading or with comprehension in class.
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2 years ago Read more at New Zealand Herald

Essential critical secure includes coverage for mental health conditions and first-in-market monthly cash payouts upon diagnosis of severe critical illness. Coverage is provided for psychiatrist consultations (up to 8 claims) upon the diagnosis of Mild Depression or Generalised Anxiety Disorder after the first policy year, and an accelerated lump sum benefit of 20% of the sum insured.
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2 years ago Read more at Malay Mail

Kemsa asks governors to clear Sh3b pending debt Health CS Susan Nakhumicha. Vihiga Governor Wilberforce Ottichilo calls for counties to pay their debts in good time to avoid delay in supplies. Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathews Owili asks CS to reign in on cartels in the sector.
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2 years ago Read more at People Daily

In a recent study published in the journal Public Health Nutrition, researchers investigated factors associated with self-reported fish or omega-3 supplement use. Fish and seafood are the principal sources of these fatty acids, with current standards recommending 8.0 to 12 ounces of fish weekly for 200 mg of DHA daily. Since 2001, federal warnings have caused a decrease in prenatal omega-3 fatty acid and fish intake.
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2 years ago Read more at News-Medical.Net

In a significant move to address the acute shortage of medical professionals in public health facilities, the Punjab government has taken decisive steps by creating new posts and offering incentives to attract and retain healthcare staff. This initiative comes in the wake of longstanding neglect by successive governments, which has left many hospitals, especially in rural areas, grappling with a severe manpower shortage.
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2 years ago Read more at BNN Breaking

Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association (IPHA) has warned public patients are having to wait up to two years for newly-approved medicines to which private patients get swifter access. The HSE has defended its approach, saying it is obliged to assess new medicines robustly and “deliver improved value for money” across patientcare.
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2 years ago Read more at Irish Examiner

Gary Goldsmith declined to talk further about the princess's health. There has been huge speculation on social media about her health after she underwent abdominal surgery earlier this year and has been absent from royal duties. On Monday afternoon, she was photographed for the first time since the medical procedure. The Ministry of Defence has deleted a claim on its website.
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2 years ago Read more at Sky News