Fitinspiration: when the body becomes an image
In the age of social media, fitness is turning into an image: training becomes mere content, and the body becomes a brand. Between influencers, viral trends and performative routines, wellbeing gives way to representation. What does it mean to be fit today?
The climate crisis: an unexpected alley of resistant bacteria
Climate change and antimicrobial resistance are two interconnected aspects of the global health crisis. They influence each other, making an integrated approach a necessity.
Australian Open and mental coaching: the mind at the heart of modern tennis
Psychological work has now become fundamental in tennis. The first Grand Slam of the year is proof of this, with its adrenaline, pressure and harsher conditions.
Is clinical research inclusive? Spoiler: unfortunately not yet.
Despite progress, women and minorities are still underrepresented in clinical research: a social and cultural inheritance that European politics and institutions are trying to fill.
Boiling brains: How extreme heat literally changes our minds
Global warming doesn’t just affect glaciers and oceans: according to the BBC, extreme heat can alter brain function and worsen conditions such as epilepsy, stroke, and dementia.
Self-Love in the Age of TikTok: Empowerment or Distorted Expectations?
TikTok is the platform that sets trends, but what happens when self-esteem is measured through filters and unattainable ideals? Let’s explore how viral trends reshape our perception of body image and self-love.
COP29: The Climate Crisis is a Health Crisis
The World Health Organization (WHO) urges world leaders at the UN Climate Conference in Baku (COP29) to place health at the heart of all climate negotiations, strategies, policies, and action plans to save lives and ensure a healthier future for present and future generations. By Roberto Barbiero / APPA Translated by Alessandra Fabiano _ The […]
The climate crisis is a health issue
“Health and Climate are interrelated issues.” This is the main message sent to the audience during the side event “Health Impacts from Climate Change and Health Opportunities from Climate Action” hosted at the COP25 and held by the Italian Climate Network.
Climate protection and change: Not a favour but a right to be claimed
When we talk about climate litigation, we are referring to cases in which climate change and its impacts are factors underlying legal arguments and court decisions.
GDP and the measure of a society’s well-being
Should we stop using the GDP?