Cervical cancer, the silent enemy of women
Despite being a preventable cancer that can also be cured if detected and treated in early stages, it remains one of the frequent causes of cancer deaths among women worldwide
Effects of Physical Punishment in Children
Physical punishment is not a method of discipline and less of education. It is a wrong practice that causes low self-esteem, depression, anguish, anxiety and negatively affects the growth and developm...
Parenting: These are Some of the Best Countries to have Children in the World
In LatinAmerican Post, we made a list of 4 countries around the world with reasonable rates in areas such as parental leave, education, stable politics, and income equality, which make them "para...
These sleep hygiene habits ensure better overall health
During March, a called is made for a restorative clue to sleep, that is, it is the month to reconsider the way of resting that our life is having. Brain activity when the body sleeps has been studied ...
Cocaine Use has Increased in the World. What Effect Does this Have on Public Health?
Cocaine use has increased worldwide. This poses new challenges for the public health and anti-drug approach
Three American Cities Awarded for their Achievements in Public Health
The Summit of the Alliance of Healthy Cities was the setting in which the efforts of a Canadian and two Latin American cities to become healthy environments through projects that can be replicated in ...
What’s Next After a DUI Charge?
Driving Under the Influence is a criminal offense involving a person operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Can Viewing Violent Content on Screens Influence Behavior?
A recurring question from parents of children and adolescents is whether exposure to violent content can cause their children to develop aggressive behavior. We tell you what the research says
The Keto Diet Could Cause Increased Cardiovascular Risk
The keto diet, so popular in recent years, could cause more harm than you think. A recent investigation relates it to increased cardiovascular risk
Egg Freezing: An Option for Late Motherhood
Egg freezing has become an increasingly popular technique to preserve fertility. If you want to know more about it, keep reading
Holi Festival Invites Us To Welcome the Good Times
This celebration, which has spread around the world, leaves a trail of optimism, but also the message of human responsibility to work for the common good in the new times.
The Rules for Gene Editing Worry Scientists
The laws to regulate genetic manipulation or editing are one of the great current challenges of bioethics. The latest Summit on Human Genome Editing leaves much to reflect on
Dangerous Objects and Plants for Gogs and Pets at Home
There is a common thought that houses are the safest spaces for pets. However, multiple dangerous objects and plants for dogs and other pets in homes can pose significant risks to their health
5 Skills That You Can Improve Through Gaming
Unfairly, video games are frequently accused of being a time waster, of encouraging violence and immaturity, and even of promoting addiction. What if we asserted, however, that modern video games offe...
Farther from Gender Equality? The Gaps have Increased and have New Faces
This March 8 has a bitter taste with the figures that UN Women and the ILO have revealed regarding the situation of women in the world. The digital divide has become the new face of gender inequality
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Women Scientists: 5 Latin Americans Awarded for their Work in Health
A jury made up of academics, leaders, and specialists from scientific industries evaluated 1,700 projects by women scientists to select the 25 most outstanding, this being a way of exalting and vindic...
Suicides on the Rise in America: What's Happening?
Inequalities at different levels, unemployment, and the consumption of alcohol or other psychoactive substances are reasons why suicides have increased in the region of the Americas. There are also si...
Oligopolies and Multinationals: Who Profits From Food Insecurity?
Large companies in the food industry are keeping a larger proportion of the business, while hunger increases in the world
Climate Change and Disease: A Dangerous Combination
One of the great challenges that come with climate change is in human health. This is how the climate crisis affects disease
A Burning Topic: What are the Risks and Benefits of Spicy Food?
Spicy food is prevalent in Latin America. However, there are many doubts about how beneficial or harmful it is for health. We tell you what research and traditions say
What is Frontotemporal Dementia?
Frontotemporal dementia is a type of dementia that affects specific areas of the brain and can develop in people under the age of 60. We tell you what its symptoms are and how to detect it
Alert in Latin America Due to the Increase in Chikungunya
During 2022, the region of the Americas had a considerable increase in chikungunya cases and so far in 2023 the cases continue to grow. PAHO launches an epidemiological alert. We tell you about this d...
Infographic: What are the Warning Signs of Childhood Cancer?
Early detection of cancer cells in children and adolescents saves lives and allows more effective treatment to be implemented. We tell you what are the symptoms of childhood cancer that you should pay...
Colombia: ABC of Gustavo Petro's Health Care System
In LatinAmerican Post, we explain three of the most critical points of this reform that excites the national government and worries the opposition
Hyperconnection: The Problem of Always Being Online
The new technologies facilitate many tasks and daily activities, they allow expanding the circle of friends, acquaintances, followers; access general information and know facts in real time, but you c...
Physical Activity: What is the Least you Should do to be Healthy?
It is no secret to anyone that physical activity has health benefits. In addition to helping to reduce stress, it is associated with a reduction in mortality and a decrease in the possibility of suffe...
Are Organic Products Better?
Research spanning over 40 years has shown that organic farming can match or exceed conventional farming systems. They also have health benefits, since they do not use components that can be toxic
Living with AIDS: Beyond the Myths
Despite advances in AIDS treatment and knowledge of the HIV virus, there are still many prejudices and stigmas towards HIV-positive people. A full life is possible and for this it is urgent to stop ig...
Weather and Mood: Are They Really Related?
It is often thought that climatic circumstances can affect the way we feel. Is this real? We tell you what research says about the relationship between climate and mood
What is the Protocol to Access an Abortion in Colombia?
Almost a year has passed since the decriminalization of abortion in Colombia until week 24. However, there are many doubts about the procedures to access the voluntary termination of pregnancy. We exp...
This Is the Reality of Face Mask Companies and Vendors in 2023
At LatinAmerican Post, we gave a brief account of how the face mask trade is lived now that the restrictions due to COVID-19 are less and less in the world
Monkeypox is Impacting the Most in the Americas
One of the most important epicenters of the monkeypox outbreak is in the region of the Americas
5 Most Popular Gemstones: Their Meaning, Symbolism, and Powers
This article will delve into the fascinating world of gemstones and explore the deeper significance, healing properties, and metaphysical meaning of the 5 most popular gemstones
Online Therapy 101: Pros and Cons of Top 6 Providers for Mental Health Care
It's normal to feel a bit overwhelmed when searching for a therapist due to the sheer number of options out there. It's not uncommon to have to try a few before finding the perfect fit
How to Face the Mourning When Children Left Home?
According to experts in family psychology, it is important that parents support their children in their new stage of adulthood, but do not assume their responsibilities or obligations. The independenc...
130 Million Latin Americans Cannot Afford a Healthy Diet
According to a recent United Nations report, Latin America and the Caribbean is the region in the world with the most expensive healthy diet. Why is this happening and what are the implications for th...
Why did the WHO Intend to Eliminate Trans Fats in the World by 2023?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released the fourth Report on the global elimination of trans fatty acids (TFA) that seriously affect people's health. Here we tell you what are the path an...
Sexual Harassment in Universities: What To Do And What Is Still Missing?
Last week, the appointment and then declination of academic Víctor De Currea-Lugo to the Colombian embassy in the United Arab Emirates fueled the feminist debate on sexual harassment in univers...
Outdoor Time Reduces the Negative Effects of Mobile Devices on Children
A study showed that the excessive use of mobile devices in young children affects their neurological development. However, it also found that outdoor games can help mitigate it
Almonds: The Superfood With More and More Properties
Almonds are an excellent option to include in a healthy diet due to their high content of essential nutrients such as protein, healthy fats, and fiber. We tell you about the latest findings of its ben...
What is Phubbing and How Can it Affect Us?
Phubbing Consists of Ignoring Those in Front of us by Concentrating on the Use of Our Mobile Devices. There are Several Studies that Warn About the Negative Effects of This Type of Practice
Latin America in Short: Davos World Economic Forum | PAHO Warns About Avian Influenza
This week the World Economic Forum in Davos took place in which Latin American countries made several requests. In other news, PAHO has warned of avian influenza in the Americas region. This and more ...
What is the Controversy with the Prices and Profits of Moderna and Pfizer Vaccines?
Moderna has Reported Price Hikes on COVID-19 Vaccines. These Increases Could be up to 400% and Have Generated Great Controversy. We Tell you About the Situation
How To Handle Medical Emergency Situations
Medical emergencies are a matter of life and death. They often occur as you go on with your daily life, for instance, at work or home. When they happen, it’s best to respond quickly and help ave...
Interview: How to Take Care of Teeth to Protect General Health?
The Relationship Between Oral Care and General Health is Closer than it Seems, and it Goes Beyond Just Beautiful Teeth. We Interviewed a Dentist to Resolve Doubts About it
Plogging: the curious sport that helps clean the planet
Plogging is the result of the union between sport and care for the environment
Latin America in Short: HRW Warns about Democratic Crisis | The Ozone Layer Can Recover
This week Human Rights Watch has warned about the current democratic crisis. In better news, UN-backed experts have reported a possible recovery of the ozone layer. The most relevant news of the week ...
NFL: Heart Failure in Sports, a Silent Enemy that Requires More Attention
Damar Hamlin, a standout player in the NFL, suffered heart failure in a game recently. The fact has reopened the debate about heart problems suffered by high-performance athletes.
