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CLIMATE CHANGE GROWING THREATS TO HUMAN HEALTH

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  Climate Change and Our Health: Understanding the Invisible Threat Imagine a world where the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat are increasingly affected by an invisible menace—climate change. Beyond its environmental impacts, climate change now poses a significant and growing threat to human health. What is Climate Change? NASA defines climate change as "a long-term change in the average weather patterns that have come to define Earth's local, regional, and global climates. These changes have occurred naturally over time, but since the Industrial Revolution, human activities have increasingly influenced the climate." How Does Climate Change Affect Human Health? 1.    Heat-related Illnesses and Mortality: Recently, temperatures soared to 52.3°C in New Delhi, resulting in over 216 deaths and 25,000 cases of heatstroke across India. Rising global temperatures are intensifying heatwaves, posing severe risks to vulnerable groups like the elde...
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Rakhi of Wellness: Tying the Thread of Healthy Relationships

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 Rakhi of Wellness: Tying the Thread of Healthy Relationships

Remember the good old days when your sibling was your partner in your crimes, your confidant, and your best friend? From sharing secrets and laughter to fighting over toys and clothes, siblings share a special bond that's hard to find elsewhere. This Raksha Bandhan, let's revisit that bond and tie a "Rakhi of Wellness" to support each other's health and well-being.

The Thread of Wellness

Just like how you and your sibling used to:

Share your favourite snacks, like mom's homemade cookies or popcorn, Fight over the TV remote or video games, Share your deepest secrets and dreams, Support each other's passions, whether it was music, art, or sports

Now, you can share healthy habits and support each other's wellness journey. By tying a "Rakhi of Wellness," you pledge to:

1. Be Each Other's Workout Buddy: Just like how you used to play tag or hide-and-seek, now you can motivate each other to hit the gym or go for a run.

2. Share Healthy Recipes: Remember how you used to share your mom's cooking? Now, you can share healthy recipes and cooking tips to nourish each other's bodies.

3. Support Each Other's Mental Health: Just like how you used to confide in each other, now you can support each other's mental well-being and encourage self-care.

4. Celebrate Healthy Milestones: Just like how you used to celebrate each other's birthdays, now you can celebrate each other's health achievements, like completing a marathon or quitting a bad habit.


The Power of Healthy Relationships

Healthy relationships have a profound impact on our overall well-being. By nurturing a supportive bond with our siblings, we can:

1. Reduce Stress: Share burdens and reduce stress, just like how you used to share your homework or exam worries.

2. Boost Mental Health: Encourage positive mental well-being, just like how you used to encourage each other to pursue your passions.

3. Improve Physical Health: Support healthy habits and exercise routines, just like how you used to play sports or dance together.

4. Increase Happiness: Share joy and celebrate milestones, just like how you used to share your favourite memories.


Conclusion

This Raksha Bandhan, let's tie a "Rakhi of Wellness" and pledge to support each other's health journeys. We can create a lifelong bond of wellness, love, and support by nurturing healthy relationships. So, go ahead, share a healthy habit, support each other's wellness, and celebrate the bond of sibling love!

HAPPY RAKSHA BANDHAN TO ALL!

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