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One more discussion from my book (most of this is from Dr. Scott Atlas' book): "Dr. Atlas questioned the #37 WHO ranking in his book In Excellent Health: Setting the Record Straight on America’s Health Care. The WHO’s ranking was based on two flawed measures in the study: life expectancy and infant mortality. 'Life expectancy at birth in 2003 was greatest in Japan at 81.8 years compared with 77.2 years in the United States; yet, the life expectancy of Asia Pacific Island Americans was 81.5 years (in 2001), even though those Americans have the same health care system as other U.S. citizens.' Further, 'When combined with the far larger burden of smoking in Americans traced to the period between 1945 and 1985 when the United States had the highest per adult consumption of cigarettes of the OECD countries; the evidence of higher disease prevalence in the United States; the far higher rates of death from causes entirely unrelated to health care in the United States compared to other countries; and clear trends demonstrating that population obesity is also more adverse in the United States than in other developed countries.' The WHO study uses questionable weights to adjust each country’s reported data, ranking US healthcare below Greece (#14) and Morocco (#29), with Slovenia (#38) and Cuba (#39) just behind the US. As Dr. Atlas sums up, 'Garbage in, garbage out.'" I've been writing these articles based on graphics from my book, of which there are over 50! I don't plan to write an article for each one, but I mention this to illustrate the amount of work I put into the book; these LinkedIn articles, I hope, have been interesting for you to read as I try to bring content to every topic. In fact, my book is available for purchase at my publisher here: https://lnkd.in/gdUwfa4W. Rich Yurkowitz #MedicareForAllReally?! #Medicare #HealthCare #Health #HealthCareReform #HealthInsurance

Our recent assessment of the Australian Burden of Disease Study (ABDS) published in Critical Public Health has revealed a stark reality that the absence of detailed health data can trigger unforeseen inequities, leading to serious societal issues like social unrest, loss of trust in healthcare and governance, economic downturns, educational disparities, mental health crises, political challenges, and stigmatisation. Accurate and comprehensive health data is essential for building a just and resilient society. read on from the ABDS- >In 2018, Indigenous Australians lost nearly 240,000 years of healthy life due to illness and early death—equivalent to 289 years per 1,000 people. >The burden of chronic conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, renal disorders, strokes, and respiratory issues was notably higher among those with limited English proficiency compared to fluent speakers. These findings underscore the urgent need for targeted health interventions and equitable access to healthcare services for all communities. great efforts Dr. Joe Thomas, MSc, PhD. and Balasankar Ganesan,BOT,MS.OT, PhD #PublicHealth #IndigenousHealth #HealthEquity #ChronicDisease #HealthData #PublicHealth #Equity #SocietalImpact #Healthcare

There is a fundamental need to ensure high quality ethnicity data is collected and analysed across the health system to improve Māori health and eliminate health inequities.    In 2023, Te Aka Whai Ora commissioned two reports from Dr Ricci Harris and Dr Melissa McLeod (prepared with support from Te Aka Whai Ora staff): 👉🏽 ‘Action plan for achieving high quality ethnicity data in the health and disability sector’ (the Action Plan): https://lnkd.in/grAxiPcD 👉🏽 'Considerations for Māori Data Analyses’ (the Data Analyses report): https://lnkd.in/gdut9k32   The Action Plan examines the current issues associated with collecting ethnicity data and sets out suggested actions for health agencies, and for local and regional providers to address the issues outlined in the report. The Data Analyses report focusses on a kaupapa Māori epidemiological and principles-based approach to measuring and monitoring Māori health and equity, underpinned by Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Accurate ethnicity data helps to make sure that enough funding is allocated to address Māori health needs, so that we can identify individuals for the delivery of targeted health services such as cardiovascular risk assessments and bowel screening. We are working with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora and the Ministry of Health New Zealand in relation to the recommendations in both reports.   #MāoriHealth #EthnicityData #EthnicHealthInequity

"Men who make it to 100 are much more likely to have escaped age-related diseases, while woman centenarians appear better able to endure long-term illness." Girls, we can do so much better than "enduring long-term illness." Even 75% of how long and how healthily we will live depends on our lifestyle and environment. Sometimes, it feels like there is too much to care about, too many calls to attend to, and too many problems to solve to care for yourself. Fact check: you are not Atlas, and the world is not on your shoulders. Your #healthylongevity, though, is. Look at these healthspan-lifespan differences according to WHO: China: 7.5 years of a healthspan-lifespan gap for men, 10.5 years for women Poland: 8.6 years healthspan lifespan gap for man, 10.6 for woman US:  9.1 years healthspan lifespan gap for man, 13.7 for woman Yes, women live longer. Or rather, we exist longer, as life with age-related diseases is not as bright as it could be. Let's make it the goal to change these stats and close the gap. Let this #InternationalWomansDay be your call to take a step back and assess where your lifestyle (and life;)) choices are leading you. How do you feel about the answers? After you think about it, go out and see the spring coming. Hopefully, you are as dedicated to your healthy longevity as to taking a photo with every single blooming flower;) WHO stats for the gaps: https://lnkd.in/dgEmCVPD Male vs female centenarians: https://lnkd.in/drhz37uN

The future of public health in Brazil faces a critical challenge. A new report predicts that nearly 50% of Brazilian adults will be living with obesity within the next two decades. This trend highlights the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to address obesity and promote healthier lifestyles. We underscore the importance of multi-faceted approaches, including policy changes, community initiatives, and individual interventions to reverse this trend. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ggShyrbu #PublicHealth #ObesityCrisis #Brazil #HealthInitiatives #WorldObesity #SustainableHealth https://lnkd.in/ggShyrbu

On World Obesity Day 2024, SDA Bocconi Healthcare Club stands united in recognizing the urgent global health challenge posed by obesity, especially among youth. Under the theme "Obesity & Youth: Young people catalyzing change," we acknowledge the need to address this crisis head-on. 📊 Recent data shows alarming numbers: 37 million children under 5 and over 390 million aged 5–19 are overweight worldwide, with 160 million youths living with obesity. This emphasizes the necessity for proactive measures within health systems. 💡While organizations like WHO, UNICEF, and the World Obesity Federation lead efforts in initiating global conversations and fostering actionable changes. As future healthcare leaders, it is crucial to engage in meaningful dialogues, support evidence-based initiatives, and empower youth to lead towards healthier futures. This #WorldObesityDay, let's join forces to advocate for transformative change. Your voice, your actions, can ignite a movement. Together, we're not just powerful; we're unstoppable. #ObesityAndYouth #HealthcareInnovation #SDABocconi

Health is a positive construct which exists along a spectrum. Almost all of us have the capacity to be healthier. Too often narratives around health focus on metrics of disease. Health is not the opposite of disease. If this generation of children are to grow into the healthiest adults that they can be, we will need a top down paradigm shift in the concept of population health. The current threats to population health do not come predominantly from Covid or Influenza but from the much more dangerous epidemics of inactivity, malnutrition (literally = bad diet) and poor mental health. The diseases of our modern world: heart disease and strokes, cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases are all diseases of biological aging. Inactivity, poor diet and stress accelerate biological aging, they increase the incidence of these diseases, which also occur at a younger age. Our Public Health systems are designed for a prior age. We pour resources into reactive downstream firefighting, rather than focusing resources and energy on upstream solutions. Ultimately, the most important driver of poor population health is poverty and social inequality. We need a paradigm shift in the concept of Public Health, focusing on active and positive messaging and targeting preventative solutions. Especially those which increase physical activity, educate around healthy nutrition and positive mental well-being. Education not fear. Health not disease. My personal analysis of Hong Kong Public Health 👇 #exercise #healthylifestyle #populationhealth

Avoidable mortality in the absence of public health interventions is higher than pre-pandemic levels. Where people are born and live continues to have a massive impact on their life, their health and when they die. Last month we published our analysis of the ONS data. It revealed stark regional inequalities in avoidable mortality and, tragically, rising mortality rates for children and young people. It doesn't have to be this way. We know that public health interventions work, but they require a long-term investment in prevention. This must be top of the political agenda. https://lnkd.in/gYPeiSms

I must say… I am guilty! A new study from researchers at the World Health Organization shows that over 31% of people on Earth don't get enough physical activity. According to the study, published in the Lancet Global Health journal, the highest rates of physical inactivity were observed in the high-income Asia Pacific region (48%) and South Asia (45%), and men are more active than women globally. "These new findings highlight a lost opportunity to reduce cancer and heart disease, and improve mental health and well-being through increased physical activity," said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. "We must renew our commitment to increasing levels of physical activity and prioritizing bold action, including strengthened policies and increased funding, to reverse this worrying trend.” I commit to doing better!! #sdoh #healthdisparities #movemore #hearthealth

In an era where chronic diseases are on the rise ⬆ 💊 , it's concerning to see that proven solutions like physical activity are on the decline. ⬇ 🏋♀️ Physical inactivity is on the rise, with 37.2% of Canadian adults physically inactive in 2022 - a rise from 31.1% in the previous decade. We need to do better. Experts point to several factors contributing to this rise in physical inactivity: 🚲 Changing transportation patterns that make walking and cycling less safe 🖥 More sedentary work models 🤳 Leisure activities becoming increasingly screen-based and sedentary The only constant is change. As our environment evolves, so must we. It's time for us to innovate our solutions, take ownership, and be responsible for our health outcomes. https://lnkd.in/g8HzgRve #Health #Wellness #PhysicalActivity #ChronicDiseasePrevention #InnovationInHealth