OverviewThe rise of wearable fitness technology—such as smartwatches, fitness bands, and calorie-tracking apps—has transformed how athletes monitor performance, recovery, and nutrition. However, increasing reliance on these devices has also contributed to disordered eating behaviors among both professional and amateur athletes. Obsessive tracking of calories burned, macronutrient intake, and body metrics can fuel anxiety, overtraining, and…

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OverviewOzone layer depletion has led to increased penetration of harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, especially UV-B, into the Earth’s atmosphere. Agricultural workers—who spend prolonged hours outdoors in direct sunlight—are among the most exposed and vulnerable populations. As a result, there’s a growing incidence of both non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers among this group, particularly in regions…

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OverviewPenile and vulvar cancers—though relatively rare—are seeing a concerning rise in certain populations, partly due to misinformation and lack of awareness about the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a sexually transmitted infection responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer and a significant portion of penile, vulvar, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers. Misinformation about the HPV…

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OverviewHeat-related stillbirths are an increasingly concerning outcome of global climate change, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Pregnant women exposed to extreme heat—especially during the second and third trimesters—are at higher risk of stillbirth, preterm labor, and other adverse birth outcomes. With rising global temperatures and limited access to cooling, healthcare, and prenatal support,…

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OverviewNail salon chemical exposure syndromes refer to a group of acute and chronic health effects experienced by workers and frequent customers in nail salons due to prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals found in nail products. Common substances such as formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (DBP)—often referred to as the “toxic trio”—are used in nail polishes,…

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OverviewArtificial sweeteners—such as aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, acesulfame potassium, and stevia derivatives—are widely used in diet products, sugar-free foods, and beverages. While considered safe in moderation, growing research links these sweeteners to gastrointestinal (GI) disorders and gut microbiome disruption. Their non-nutritive, non-digestible nature can trigger adverse reactions in sensitive individuals and may contribute to long-term gut…

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OverviewPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) caused by climate-driven disasters is an emerging and intensifying global mental health crisis. As extreme weather events—such as wildfires, floods, hurricanes, droughts, and heatwaves—become more frequent and severe due to climate change, more individuals are experiencing trauma that leads to long-lasting psychological effects. PTSD in this context affects not only direct…

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OverviewUltrafine dust lung disease refers to a spectrum of respiratory and systemic health effects caused by chronic exposure to ultrafine particulate matter (PM1.0)—airborne particles with diameters smaller than 1 micron. These particles are primarily generated by vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, construction activity, and combustion processes in rapidly growing urban environments. PM1.0 poses greater health risks…

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