Author: Emma Roth

Questions have been raised over whether Canada could hypothetically apply to join the European Union amid its crumbling relations with the US, but experts say its geographical and cultural distance to the continent poses a problem.Read More

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The Bank of England is set to keep U.K. interest rates unchanged even though the economy is barely growing and set for further uncertainty in light of the tariff policies being enacted by the Trump administration in the U.S. The nine-member Monetary Policy Committee is expected to keep the bank’s main interest rate at 4.50%, given that inflation remains above target and set to go higher in the coming months, as firms are expected to raise prices as a result of a big increase in the minimum…Read More

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Background Depressive disorders significantly impact women of reproductive age (15–49 years), who face unique biological and social pressures—such as hormonal changes and caregiving responsibilities—that elevate their mental health risks. Despite rising prevalence, regional disparities in burden remain poorly understood. Moreover, no studies to date have examined the relationship between depressive disorders in women of reproductive age and different categories of health workforce. This study examines global, regional, and national trends from 1990 to 2021, highlighting socio-demographic disparities and exploring correlations with health workforce distribution. Methods Using data from the Global Burden of Disease Study, we examined the prevalence, incidence, and…

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