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As the calendar turns to 2025, many of us feel a mix of trepidation and anticipation. The challenges of 2024 — politically, economically, and socially — linger in our memories. It was a year of tough elections, conflicts, and uncertainties both in Indonesia and globally. And for 2025, while there are talks of new taxes and increased economic pressures locally, this doesn’t mean we’re stepping into a year of despair.

Did you know that in Indonesia, only about 10% of households own dogs, while a whopping 47% have cats? This may seem surprising, but cultural and religious preferences significantly influence pet ownership in the country. As more Indonesians embrace urban lifestyles and exposure to Western culture grows, pet ownership is expanding beyond the traditional choices. Pets such as hamsters, birds, and even reptiles are gaining popularity. With these trends, it's important for pet owners to recognize the crucial role that maintaining a healthy home environment plays in the well-being of both their pets and themselves.

Recent studies on human longevity suggest that while life expectancy has increased dramatically over the last century, we may be reaching the upper limit of how long humans can live. Most of the added years have been in the form of increased lifespan rather than extended "healthspan," the period of life during which people remain healthy and free from serious illness. On average, humans spend the last 10 to 15 years of their lives in poor health, facing chronic diseases or cognitive decline.

Moving into a new or newly renovated house is an exciting accomplishment that symbolizes a significant milestone in one's life. It serves as a tangible reward for hard work and dedication.

However, amidst the joy and anticipation of moving into a new home, there is an often overlooked aspect that can have serious implications for one's health: the potential health hazards associated with new houses.

El Niño merupakan fenomena iklim yang terjadi di Samudera Pasifik antara pantai barat Amerika Selatan dan Asia Tenggara, termasuk Indonesia dan Australia. Terjadi sekali setiap 2 hingga 7 tahun, fenomena ini ditandai dengan pemanasan air permukaan Samudera Pasifik, yang dapat menyebabkan perubahan pola atmosfer dan kondisi cuaca di seluruh dunia.

In the fast-paced world we live in, finding ways to unwind and recharge has become crucial for maintaining our mental and physical wellbeing. One such avenue that has gained popularity in recent years is engaging in collecting hobbies. Beyond being mere pastimes, collecting hobbies can have a positive impact on our overall health, both mentally and physically.

Ketika kita berbicara tentang kualitas udara yang baik, kita biasanya langsung terbayang udara bersih tanpa polusi. Namun, ada aspek penting dari kualitas udara yang sering terabaikan yaitu kelembapan. Sementara banyak orang mungkin tidak menyadari, udara yang tercukupi kelembapan, tidak terlalu kering maupun terlalu lembab, memainkan peran penting dalam mempromosikan kesehatan dan kesejahteraan secara keseluruhan.

Covid-19 dan flu merupakan penyakit yang sama-sama disebabkan/ditularkan oleh virus, dan memiliki gejala yang terlihat sama. Lalu, bagaimana membedakannya? Tidak ada cara yang benar-benar tepat dapat membedakan kedua penyakit tersebut selain dengan melakukan tes. Meskipun demikian, mengenali gejala dari penyakit tersebut bisa membantu untuk meredakan dan menghindari risiko penularan, seperti apakah diperlukan karantina atau isolasi mandiri.

Pernahkah membayangkan bagaimana kehidupan kita sehari-hari setelah PSBB berakhir? Tidak sedikit dari kita tentunya khawatir atas risiko-risiko yang akan dihadapi untuk kembali ke kehidupan normal pasca PSBB, terutama untuk beraktivitas di tempat-tempat umum dimana kita tidak memiliki kontrol atas bebagai hal seperti mengatur kepadatan, menjaga kebersihan, dsb.

Pembatasan Sosial Berskala Besar (PSBB) sebentar lagi akan berakhir, aktivitas sosial akan segera kembali normal. Berbagai tempat umum dan tempat kerja akan secara bertahap kembali beroperasi seperti sebelumnya. Namun muncul pertanyaan bagi kita yang selama ini telah suskes menghindarkan penyakit dengan mengisolasikan diri atau bekerja dari rumah (work from home). Apakah aman untuk kembali beraktivitas secara normal di tempat umum?