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Rise of vaccine distrust - why more of us are questioning jabs

Covid vaccines saved thousands of lives, yet public confidence in vaccinations has significantly declined since their introduction.
The drop in vaccination confidence is part of a global trend affecting public health.

These Countries Now Have More Obese People Than Hungry People

The global public health focus has shifted from underweight to obesity, especially in developing nations.
Since 1990, 43 countries have seen higher obesity rates than underweight prevalence.
Particularly significant increases in obesity have been noted in Pakistan and South Korea.

Rise of vaccine distrust - why more of us are questioning jabs

Covid vaccines saved thousands of lives, yet public confidence in vaccinations has significantly declined since their introduction.
The drop in vaccination confidence is part of a global trend affecting public health.

These Countries Now Have More Obese People Than Hungry People

The global public health focus has shifted from underweight to obesity, especially in developing nations.
Since 1990, 43 countries have seen higher obesity rates than underweight prevalence.
Particularly significant increases in obesity have been noted in Pakistan and South Korea.
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Americans are living longer-but most of the extra time is spent being sick

Lifespan is increasing globally, but health spans are not keeping pace, particularly in the US where gaps are widening.
The US exhibits the largest lifespan-healthspan gap compared to global averages, particularly for women.
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