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In 2022, approximately 37 million children under the age of 5 were affected by overweight globally, while over 390 million children and adolescents aged 5–19 years were overweight, with 160 million facing obesity. Of those with obesity, 75% reside in low- and middle-income countries. This highlights a systemic failure in the food industry to provide nutritious diets for children, coupled with health systems that do not adequately address obesity until individuals present with co-morbidities. Inequality, including financial, social, and structural factors, such as widespread marketing and inadequate healthcare coverage, exacerbates this situation in many contexts. Consequently, children worldwide are exposed to environments that discourage health and promote weight gain. The resulting prejudice and stigma faced by many young individuals dealing with overweight and obesity negatively impact their mental health and self-esteem. World Obesity Day on March 4 is a collective call to action, ...

  Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection, and hospitals in the National Capital are seeing an increase in cases. The Indian Express said that in the past two months, five to six cases of complications from the mumps had been reported by local hospitals. Experts believe that a significant contributing factor to the surge may be a decline in immunization rates brought on by the Covid epidemic. The majority of patients, according to the research, are between the ages of 6-7. Young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 are reportedly presenting to hospitals with mumps symptoms as well. While the virus seems to be spreading in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), there have been an increase in pediatric mumps cases in Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Telangana, and Maharashtra in recent months. “The rise in mumps cases in Bangalore is concerning, with 1-2 cases reported weekly. Mumps, a contagious viral infection, presents symptoms like swollen salivary glands, fever, and headache. ...

India is among the largest bamboo-producing countries, with a rich history of using bamboo for construction, craft, and daily essentials. Bamboo is not only ecologically significant but also economically vital, supporting rural industries and contributing to sustainable development. Here’s a look at the top eight bamboo-producing states in India. 1. Assam Assam is the largest producer of bamboo in India, with vast bamboo forests spread across the state. With over 40 species of bamboo, Assam is a hub for bamboo-based industries, including handicrafts, paper mills, and construction materials.  2. Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh ranks high in bamboo production, thanks to its extensive forests that cover a significant part of the state. Bamboo is crucial for local tribal communities who rely on it for various daily uses, such as housing and handicrafts.  3. Chhattisgarh Known as the “Bamboo State of India,” Chhattisgarh is a leading bamboo producer. The state has an abundance of bam...