2024-05-07 16:11:00
The agreement between the Municipality of Milan and Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare, with Durex Italia, was announced today, with an event held at Palazzo Marino, which aims to guarantee increasingly widespread access to emotional and sexual education interventions for young students Milanese. The agreement, which will also concern the creation of the new edition of the “Youth and Sexuality” Observatory in the Milan area, makes the collaboration between the parties official within the “A Luci Accese” project, and will lead Milan to be among the first cities in Italy to provide, from the 2024/2025 school year, a proposal for emotional and sexual education courses in high schools.
”This is an initiative in which we believe a lot. We thank Reckitt and Durex, who wanted to make their experience and knowledge available to the city and community of Milan”, declared Martina Riva, Councilor for Sport, Tourism and Youth Policies of the Municipality of Milan. ”I am particularly proud of this collaboration, which will see us directly involved in the high schools that will join, from today and throughout the next school year. I believe that the promotion of a correct culture of affectivity and sexuality among young people today represents a theme that a pragmatic, concrete and in step with the times administration can no longer afford to ignore. Furthermore, with this initiative, we are taking a significant step towards the standards already expected at European and international level on the subject”, concluded Riva.
In this regard, as reported by UNESCO Report-Gem 20231, Italy is among the only six European nations that currently do not have formal and compulsory programs of emotional and sexual education in schools, together with Bulgaria, Cyprus, Lithuania , Poland and Romania. A lack, this, which combined with the evidence that emerged in the annual Durex “Youth and Sexuality” Observatory, created in collaboration with Skuola.net, demonstrates the lack of awareness of young people’s choices in this area and makes the adoption of interventions aimed at filling this gap.
Specifically, the Observatory – among the main, broadest and most in-depth sources on the subject in Italy – has been conducted for over six years at a national level on a sample of approximately 15,000 young people between 11 and 24 years old and provides a very clear snapshot of to the requests, needs and behaviors of young Italians. Furthermore, from this year, Durex has deepened the analysis, also providing for an extraction of the data referring to the city of Milan, with the aim of evaluating any differences compared to the national average.
However, the data have shown that in Milan and its province a situation emerges that is very similar to the national panorama, with an early and very often unaware approach to sexuality and affectivity, based on knowledge that is sometimes incorrect and information that is not always clear, which however determines behaviors that risk to themselves and others.
Among the most significant numbers emerges that 1 in 10 young Milanese people (9.5%) have their first sexual intercourse before turning 13, 6 in 10 (56.2%) do not always use a condom and, above all, that almost all of them (95.1%) would like emotional and sexual education as a school subject.
”The partnership with the Municipality of Milan is a crucial and significant step forward in Durex’s mission to promote free, protected and conscious sexuality and in spreading the importance of emotional and sexual education among young people” declared Paolo Zotti , CEO of Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (Italy) Spa, which markets the Durex brand in Italy. ”The data that emerge from our annual observation are at the same time alarming and enlightening and precisely for this reason we are proud that the Municipality of Milan with the Department of Youth Policies has chosen to collaborate directly with us with the aim of offering young people Milanese people have the tools, knowledge and resources necessary to deal with their sexuality in a responsible and conscious way” concludes Zotti.
The “A Luci Accese” program, active in Milan high schools since October 2023, represented a first and concrete step forward in Italy on the topic of introducing emotional and sexual education in schools and was born with the multiple objective to encourage emotional education that can lay the foundations for “healthy” relationships, based on values such as respect and consent, as well as providing clear and correct information regarding the sphere of affectivity and sexuality, the impact of choices in sexual health field.
”We hope that this can only be a first step of inspiration for other local and national entities to undertake a path of education on sexuality and affectivity aimed at younger people” declared Laura Savarese, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Relations External from Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (Italy) Spa, ”The Durex team, as a leading brand in the sexual well-being category, has for years been committed to listening to young people and this has allowed us to acquire a better understanding of the discomfort that often live and in-depth expertise on the priority areas of intervention for educational and social and health prevention programmes. Thanks to this and to a network of experts in the sector, psychologists, sexologists, we can today develop and propose educational courses aimed at schools, with an innovative approach based on small dialogue groups that facilitate a transparent discussion, educational and information materials, help desks listening and inclusive and non-judgmental spaces” continued Savarese. ”In these years of commitment in this area, we have chosen not to ignore the requests coming from girls and boys from all over Italy, to dialogue with them and to make our know-how available to all institutional, political and social forces and medical-scientific ones to act together directly and concretely” concluded Savarese.
The initiative, organized in collaboration with Ala Milano Onlus, is therefore today renewed and expanded, with even more force, with the aim of introducing emotional and sexual education in schools throughout the territory and of involving more and more young people, aligning Milan with the rest of Europe and thus making it an example and driving force for the rest of the country.
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7 Habits Causing Stroke in Young Adults: Expert Advice May 2024
Updated: May 8, 2024 08:07
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It does not always happen in old age, stroke can attack young people too. A stroke is a condition when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted due to a blockage (ischemic stroke) or a rupture of a blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke). This condition causes certain areas of the brain to be deprived of oxygen and nutrients, leading to the death of brain cells.
Citing Medical News Today, a 2021 study said that strokes often occur in old age, but as many as 10% – 15% of research results show that strokes also occur in the adults aged 18 – 50 years.
Here are 7 habits that can cause stroke at a young age, reported by Care Health Insurance:
1. Reluctance to move (Mager)
Today’s young generation is often involved in idle or lazy activities and lack of physical activity. Lazy movement habits can increase body fat, weaken muscles, disrupt bone density, slow down the body’s metabolism, and weaken the immune system as a whole. As a result, the risk of stroke at a young age increases.
2. Stay up late
When you stay up late or you don’t sleep enough, the cardiovascular system doesn’t get enough rest because the heart works hard all day. This can cause heart damage and even stroke.
Additionally, according to Campbell, lack of sleep can also cause elevated levels of cortisol and adrenaline at rest. It is recommended that adults rest for 7 – 8 hours every night, and teenagers for 9 – 10 hours.
3. Smoking
As well as causing damage to the heart and respiratory system, excessive smoking can also increase the risk of stroke. According to experts from John Hopkins Medicine, smoking increases the chances of an ischemic stroke almost twofold.
4. Irregular eating patterns
Stroke can be caused by excess cholesterol and blood pressure. Therefore, paying attention to diet is the most important thing to prevent stroke at a young age.
Make sure you eat nutritious foods, such as foods high in fiber and low in cholesterol, to avoid high cholesterol. And reduce sodium (salt) intake to lower blood pressure.
5. Alcohol consumption
Health experts are against alcohol abuse or excessive consumption, as it can trigger strokes. This is because more than two drinks a day can raise blood pressure.
6. Mental pressure
When you are stressed, the body increases adrenaline which works to temporarily change your body’s reactions. At that time, heart rate and blood pressure can increase. Over time, excess weight can damage the blood vessels of the heart, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
7. Consuming too much salt
Eating too much salt can increase blood pressure, thereby increasing the risk of heart disease. Most salt is found in processed foods such as meat, frozen meals, chips and other salty snacks.
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Unlocking the Mystery: Study Seeks 100,000 Black Women to Discover Why Cancer Rates Are Rising
More Black women are being diagnosed with cancer, and a new study is being conducted to understand why. The study aims to recruit 100,000 Black women to participate in order to find answers to this pressing question.
According to Dr. Lauren McCullough, visiting scientific director at the American Cancer Society, Black women have a lower life expectancy, higher rates of comorbidities, and face some of the highest poverty rates among any racial or ethnic group in the United States. These factors contribute to the urgency of understanding the rising cancer rates among Black women.
One significant finding of the study is that doctors are more likely to diagnose Black women with breast, lung, and colorectal cancers at a late stage. This disparity leads to more aggressive tumor types and higher cancer rates across racial and ethnic groups. The study aims to address this alarming trend and uncover potential solutions.
The study, known as VOICES of Black Women, aims to follow 100,000 Black women between the ages of 25 and 55 who have not been previously diagnosed with cancer (except basal or squamous cell skin cancer) and who reside in one of the eligible 20 states, including Washington D.C. Pennsylvania is one of the participating states due to its significant Black population.
The Pittsburgh launch of the study is scheduled for mid-June, and interested participants can already sign up on the website VOICES.cancer.org. Eligible participants will need to confirm their eligibility, provide consent to be part of the study, and complete a short registration survey capturing basic demographic information. This information will enable researchers to follow up with the participants for 30 years.
Dr. McCullough emphasized that the study involves two 30-minute annual surveys to monitor participants’ health. By committing just one hour per year, participants can contribute to significant advancements in understanding the health of Black women and potentially improve healthcare outcomes for this demographic.
The implications of this study are profound. Understanding the factors contributing to the higher cancer rates among Black women can lead to targeted interventions and improved access to healthcare services. Additionally, addressing the systemic issues of poverty and comorbidities can contribute to overall better health outcomes for Black women.
In the current landscape of healthcare disparities, this study sheds light on the urgent need for equitable healthcare for all populations. It highlights the importance of racial and ethnic considerations in medical research and treatment protocols.
Looking ahead, it is essential for the industry to take note of these findings and make systemic changes. Healthcare providers must ensure that resources and interventions are accessible and equitable to all individuals, regardless of their racial or ethnic background. Additionally, policymakers and community leaders should address the underlying socioeconomic factors that contribute to health disparities.
As we navigate the complexities of healthcare in the 21st century, studies like VOICES of Black Women serve as a call to action. The industry must prioritize inclusivity, representation, and research that addresses the unique needs and challenges faced by marginalized communities. By doing so, we can move towards a future where healthcare is truly accessible and equitable for all.
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