#aftab_usa Aftab Khan, MD on X wrote:
The US-brokered ceasefire between Pakistan and India is a step toward peace.
Both nations, sharing culture, food, and language, must embrace diplomacy to resolve disputes.
Their diaspora thrives together abroad, proving harmony is possible.
Let’s foster neighborly ties in the Subcontinent, mirroring the global unity among their professionals.
#aftab_usa Aftab Khan, MD on X wrote:
Social media can boost connection but often fuels anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem via comparison and overload. Curate feeds, limit screen time, and prioritize real-world interactions for better mental health. #SocialMedia #MentalWellness
#aftab_usa Aftab Khan, MD on X wrote:
Before the #measles vaccine in 1963, the U.S. saw 400-500 deaths annually from 3-4 million cases. Globally, millions died yearly. After widespread vaccination, U.S. deaths dropped to near zero, and global deaths fell from 2.6 million in 1980 to 107,500 in 2023, showcasing the vaccine’s life-saving impact.
#aftab_usa Aftab Khan, MD on X wrote:
Childhood #vaccination rates are declining, raising concerns about preventable diseases like #measles, #polio, and #whoopingcough resurging. This drop threatens herd immunity, potentially causing outbreaks, increased hospitalizations, and higher mortality, especially in vulnerable groups. Public health is at risk, and healthcare systems may face greater strain as a result.
#aftab_usa on X wrote:
Research suggests that if one person has #measles, up to 90% of unvaccinated people nearby will become infected, highlighting its extreme contagiousness. The basic reproduction number (R0), a measure of how many people one infected person can infect in a susceptible population, is often cited as 12-18, meaning each case can potentially infect 12 to 18 others. This high R0 underscores why measles can cause rapid outbreaks in unvaccinated communities. 1/2
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