A study on the global prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) found that high-income Asia Pacific regions, including Japan, had the highest rate of ASD cases, with 1,560 per 100,000 people affected. In contrast, Tropical Latin America and Bangladesh reported the lowest number of ASD cases. The researchers emphasized the need for early detection and support for individuals with ASD, as well as improved diagnostic tools, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. They also highlighted the importance of addressing comorbidities and mortality risks associated with ASD, such as suicide.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/autism-a-significant-health-burden-in-india-study-1/Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari's friend, Lo from the MTV show "Laguna Beach", has spoken about the negative impact of fame on her mental health. In an interview, Lo reflected that she often felt overwhelmed by the intense scrutiny and backlash that came with being in the public eye. She noted that this experience has made her more cautious about sharing personal aspects of her life with others. Meanwhile, Kristin Cavallari responded to a fan's question about whether she would attend a 20-year reunion with her former "Laguna Beach" castmates, saying it was possible but not confirmed.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14212041/Hills-spencer-pratt-lo-bosworth-wellness-brand.htmlA woman is concerned that her husband's addiction to his mobile phone is causing a rift in their relationship. She writes to advice columnist Caroline West-Meads for guidance on how to address the issue, which is affecting their daily interactions and conversations. The woman's letter suggests that her husband's constant use of his phone is making him less present and engaged with her and their family, leading to feelings of isolation and disconnection.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/you/article-14205647/husband-addicted-mobile.htmlSusan Graham, who had been sober for six years and struggling with depression, found solace in a puggle named Baby Boy at the San Diego Humane Society. The two formed an unlikely bond, providing Graham with a sense of connection and hope as she navigated her past struggles with homelessness and addiction.
https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/san-diego-humane-society-rescue-dog-becomes-lifeline-for-san-diego-woman/509-3c45e748-f4f6-45fd-9084-feed63547dd4States in the US have allocated a significant portion of their funds towards addressing the opioid crisis, with an average of 18% dedicated to addiction and mental health treatment, 14% for recovery services such as housing and legal aid, 11% for harm reduction efforts like overdose reversal medications, and 9% for prevention programs. However, only about 2% is allocated for syringe service programs, which provide sterile needles to individuals. Despite this, governments have reported spending over $240 million on initiatives that do not qualify as opioid remediation efforts.
https://whyy.org/articles/opioid-settlement-funds-database/The University Health Network (UHN) is expanding its cancer services with a new building that will address the growing demand for cancer care due to an aging population. The facility, which is expected to be operational within months, will house clinical research and cancer mental health programs. It will also enable UHN's artificial intelligence team to expand and potentially establish an AI hub that can analyze patient data to create personalized cancer treatment plans. The new building may include a prostate cancer centre, mental health services, and an early cancer detection program.
https://globalnews.ca/news/10927701/toronto-cancer-hospital-capacity/A knife attack at Precko Elementary School in Zagreb, Croatia left a 7-year-old girl dead and a teacher and five other students wounded after being attacked by a 19-year-old former student who had previously attempted to kill himself. The attacker was detained by police and authorities said he had mental health problems. President Zoran Milanovic declared Saturday a day of mourning and Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic expressed his shock at the attack, calling for schools to be safe places for children.
https://www.foxnews.com/world/knife-attack-croatian-school-leaves-7-year-old-dead-6-people-wounded-police-sayLieutenant Colonel Janice Oh of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) revealed that there were 38 cases of physical abuse against paramedics last year, with another 20 incidents reported this year as of July. The SCDF's operations centre receives an average of 677 medical emergency calls daily on the 995 line, but some callers can be uncooperative, such as refusing to provide their address when requesting an ambulance. Those who use abusive language towards call-takers face penalties of up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to S$5,000. In one instance, a call-taker was met with an outburst of vulgarities after informing the caller that an ambulance was on its way. To support their staff, rota commanders may intervene when a call-taker seems traumatised, and those affected by a situation are encouraged to take a break. Calls are later reviewed together to determine how to handle these situations better. In more severe cases of aggression towards SCDF responders, the law comes down hard on offenders, with those causing physical harm facing up to seven years in prison. The SCDF operations centre also faces challenges on the roads, where drivers may jam on the brakes in front of an ambulance or fail to make way despite having ample space in the next lane. This can cause delays to the ambulance's response and potentially result in accidents. Delays in giving way to emergency vehicles can cost precious seconds during the "golden hour", when medical intervention will significantly increase the chances of survival. The SCDF has been screening 995 calls more thoroughly, dispatching ambulances only for genuine emergencies such as breathlessness, excessive bleeding, loss of consciousness, major traumas, seizures and stroke. Those with non-emergency issues, such as toothaches or coughs, will not be prioritised or conveyed to hospital.
https://channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/scdf-responders-face-abuse-indifference-road-hogs-emotional-cases-4813736As large corporations such as Amazon require employees to return to the office full-time, it may seem like the hybrid work revolution was a temporary response to lockdown measures. However, experts argue that this shift is part of an ongoing process of realignment in the workplace, driven by factors including trust, technology, productivity, creativity, family, finance and mental health. According to Tim Whiteley, co-founder of Inevidesk, it is crucial for organizations to maintain the ability to adopt hybrid working arrangements to ensure business resilience.
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