Health and wellbeing have taken centre stage on a global level. And the latest issue of THINK is following suit.
As humans we are intimately linked to everything that surrounds us, especially through the systems we have built and set into motion. From how we care for our bodies to our constant consumption, from our work-life balance to the way we choose to move around. Everything has an impact. And now they are being unravelled for all to see.
The reality is that much of what we thought was giving us ease and convenience is coming back to haunt us. Pharmaceutical companies that gave us the medicines we needed are now controlling research priorities with their investment. As a result, some rare diseases are marginalised because they affect a âsmallâ portion of the population. Abundance in food options and travel arrangements have morphed into bad eating and exercise habits on a national level, compounding the continued increase of diabetes prevalence in Malta.
A culture of long hours and hard work that brought economic growth is now creating issues of mental health, even among mental health professionals. And the news outlets that kept us informed and plugged into our communities is now a constant barrage. It makes us forget that ebola is still a threat. And unchecked misinformation and emotional arguments are disseminated for the sake of views, clouding the way towards a civil, research-based discussion on sensitive topics such as abortion.
A culture of long hours and hard work that brought economic growth is now creating issues of mental health, even among mental health professionals. And the news outlets that kept us informed and plugged into our communities is now a constant barrage. It makes us forget that ebola is still a threat. And unchecked misinformation and emotional arguments are disseminated for the sake of views, clouding the way towards a civil, research-based discussion on sensitive topics such as abortion.
The situation is overwhelming. There is a sensory overload and it is no wonder that people sometimes choose to switch off and look the other way. But we shouldnât. We may only be individuals going up against huge struggles but small positive actions can have a profound effect. A kind word can go far. Sharing knowledge with people in a respectful manner, referring them to reliable sources can have influence. Offering support, time and resources is how we change the world.
Pick up the latest issue of THINK magazine this Sunday 23 June with MaltaToday.
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