By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Health Works CollectiveHealth Works CollectiveHealth Works Collective
  • Health
    • Mental Health
  • Policy and Law
    • Global Healthcare
    • Medical Ethics
  • Medical Innovations
  • News
  • Wellness
  • Tech
Search
© 2023 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
Reading: 3 Health Hazards That People Normally Don’t Prepare For
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Health Works CollectiveHealth Works Collective
Font ResizerAa
Search
Follow US
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy
© 2023 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
Health Works Collective > Policy & Law > Health care > 3 Health Hazards That People Normally Don’t Prepare For
Health careWellness

3 Health Hazards That People Normally Don’t Prepare For

John Henning
John Henning
Share
4 Min Read
Health Hazards
Shutterstock Licensed Photo - By G-Stock Studio
SHARE

  Living our lives allows us to grow as individuals. Exploring new places opens us up to new perspectives and ways of living. Trying new activities expands our skill sets. It is because of this that many experts recommend going out and living their lives to people who are feeling down. However, exposing ourselves to various opportunities also opens us up to different kinds of threats to our physical well-being. While there are threats that are widely recognized and therefore well prepared for, there are also those threats that people seem to not have proper defenses against. In this article, we outline three of the most common health hazards that people seem to be very oblivious to. Medical Malpractice In many societies, lawyers and doctors seem to occupy the top spots in the profession hierarchy. People who hold medical and legal degrees seem to easily get the respect and admiration of the people around them. Together with respect and admiration often comes a special level of trust. People somehow trust that lawyers know what they’re doing when it comes to legal battles. For their part, doctors are entrusted with making the right diagnosis, taking the right steps in a medical procedure, and providing the proper level of care to their patients. With that, people seem to forget that medical professionals are humans who are capable of making mistakes. Sometimes, the mistakes that they make lead to injuries, aggravation of present symptoms, and even death in very extreme cases. It is during these times that competent lawyers from institutions such as Tinker Law Firm become very helpful. Medical malpractice cases are often challenging to win, so the assistance of able professionals is really needed. Second-Hand Smoke Smoking is widely recognized as a health hazard. There are already many campaigns against it. However, not as many have been made against the dangers of second-hand smoke. Because of this, children, the elderly, and other members of the vulnerable sectors are getting sick simply because they are around smokers too often. Sex Sex is as condemned and obscured as it is enjoyed and celebrated at various points in a person’s lifespan. Given the rather two-faced attitude toward it, many of those who want to enjoy sex tend to hide and stay mum about their affairs. This is problematic because while the actual sex should be kept private, the fact that a person is having it should be made known, especially to attending health professionals. Sex poses different kinds of health risks, and on top of the list is transmission of STDs such as HIV infection. The individuals who decide to be sexually active should be equipped with the right knowledge and skills to keep themselves safe. Among the most common pro-health behaviors in this context are the use of condoms, regular HIV testing, and being faithful to only one partner. Health hazards are not always obvious. Some come in the most pleasurable of ways such as sex and smoking for some. It is important for everyone to know where health risks come from so that they’d be able to protect themselves well.

Share This Article
Facebook Copy Link Print
Share
By John Henning
John Henning is a nutritionist, freelance writer, and food blogger that provides accessible nutrition info to help people live a healthier life. His unique approach to nutrition emphasizes nutrient-dense, whole foods and healthy habits rather than restrictive diets.

Stay Connected

1.5kFollowersLike
4.5kFollowersFollow
2.8kFollowersPin
136kSubscribersSubscribe

Latest News

a woman walking on the hallway
6 Easy Healthcare Ways to Sit Less and Move More Every Day
Health
September 9, 2025
Clinical Expertise
Healthcare at a Crossroads: Why Leadership Matters More Than Ever
Global Healthcare
September 9, 2025
travel nurse in north carolina
Balancing Speed and Scope: Choosing the Nursing Degree That Fits Your Goals
Nursing
September 1, 2025
intimacy
How to Keep Intimacy Comfortable as You Age
Relationship and Lifestyle Senior Care
September 1, 2025

You Might also Like

eHealthMobile HealthWellness

2012 Best Apps for Boomers

December 27, 2012

Personal Spirometry and the Cystic Fibrosis Patient

October 3, 2012

Are Melodic Intonation Therapy and Rhythmic Mechanisms Enough to Legitimize Music Therapy?

May 19, 2016
Health carePublic HealthWellness

Holistic Therapies for People in Recovery From Addiction

April 23, 2018
Subscribe
Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!
Follow US
© 2008-2025 HealthWorks Collective. All Rights Reserved.
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?