Health

Banning commercial surrogacy may not be the answer

Research reveals that bans on commercial surrogacy in Thailand hasn’t stopped the practice, but instead left surrogates unsupported and exploited. Commercial surrogacy is prohibited in various countries including Thailand. As a result of the ban, surrogates often cross borders to participate in surrogacy programs, sometimes with only agency support. Despite the positive experiences some surrogates …

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Syrian women face challenges with lack of reproductive healthcare

Six months after an earthquake that killed over 8,000 people in Syria resulting in millions of women with lack of proper reproductive healthcare. Hospitals destroyed by the earthquake and attacks on healthcare facilities make pregnancy and infant care dangerous. Conflict has left 4.6 million people trapped, with 80% being women and children in overcrowded camps. …

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Empowering health literacy

Digital tools such as smartwatches have aided health decisions for years. In order to improve health literacy, individuals must understand the safety of health technologies, health data handling, and interpreting data for better control over their well-being. Image: Image credit: Unsplash Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Professor Kerryn Butler-Henderson – Director of Digital …

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Teen smoking on the rise

The Cancer Council of Victoria has released alarming new data revealing three times increase in tobacco smoking among 14 to 17-year-olds within a span of four years. Teenagers are currently grappling with the challenge of quitting vaping and smoking. This trial will require professional support from health practitioners such as Quitline, local pharmacists, and general …

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