London: A study found that being overweight during adolescence may increase the risk of 18 types of cancer. Previous studies have shown that people who are overweight or obese are more likely to develop various cancers such as breast, bowel, kidney and bladder. Now, a major new study has found that being overweight is also…
London: Eating problems and self-harm have increased among teenage girls over the past three years, a new study has found. According to research, girls aged 13 to 16 years are 42 percent more likely than in March 2020 to have bulimia and anorexia are more affected. While in the same period, there has been a…
“Closing the digital divide between girls and boys is about more than just having access to the internet and technology. It’s about empowering girls to become innovators, creators, and leaders,” said UNICEF Director of Education Robert Jenkins. “If we want to tackle gender gaps in the labour market, especially in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields (or STEM), we must start…
symbolic image According to data released by the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC), teenage girls in the country are suffering from depression and despair and have frequent suicidal thoughts. Data was collected for the survey at the end of 2021 on the basis of which this report has been issued. The survey examined the…
Physical activity for adolescent boys and girls helps them maintain focus and improves their academic performance. Photo: File Illinois: Adolescence is a very delicate journey from boyhood to adulthood and boys and girls cannot control their focus and concentration. However, by exercising at this age, they can become mentally strong and control their attention. In…
