PULSE YOUR HEALTH

The year 2023 saw a continuation of many pre-existing health challenges alongside some emerging concerns. Here's a glimpse into some of the major health issues of 2023: 1. Long-term impacts of COVID-19: Long COVID: The long-term consequences of COVID-19 infection, known as Long COVID, continued to be a significant health concern in 2023. Millions of people worldwide suffer from symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, breathing difficulties, and chronic pain months or even years after their initial infection. 2. Chronic diseases: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs): Chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses remain leading causes of death and disability globally. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that NCDs account for 70% of all deaths worldwide. Mental health: The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. According to the WHO, one in eight people globally live with a mental healt