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What are Hiccups and Why Do They Happen?

Posted by Mary Thompson

It's the middle of the day, and you've just finished eating lunch with your friends, and suddenly you hear yourself go, "Hic!" and you think to yourself, "Oh no, I've got the hiccups again?" and you try every secret way to stop them because sometimes it feels like they will never go away. But have you ever wondered where those funny noises come from? And why do they happen? This blog will explore the symptoms, causes, and home remedies for hiccups. To understand why you sometimes make random, funny noises, you should know that everything your body does has a reason behind it. Hiccups are caused by your diaphragm, a part of your body responsible for many of your bodily functions. Why do Hiccups Happen? The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscle in charge of respiration at the bottom of your chest, right below the lungs. It works by contracting itself rhythmically and continually. So, every time you breathe in air, the diaphragm contracts and flattens,...

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Where in the U.S. Have Drug Overdose Deaths Increased the Most?

Posted by Dr. Julia Tortorice

Drug overdose deaths are an epidemic in the United States. In 2021, more than 106,000 Americans died from a drug-involved overdose, and more than 75% of these deaths involved opioid drugs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the rate of drug overdose deaths overall in the United States increased by 14% between 2020 and 2021. While the United States as a whole is seeing an increase of drug overdose deaths, some states' death rates are rising more quickly than others. The NYRequirements.com team examined data from the CDC through the years to determine which U.S. states have seen the biggest increase in drug overdose deaths through the years. See which states' drug-related deaths have increased the most between 2017 and 2021. Click here to download the printable PDF version of the chart. Which States Have Seen the Biggest Increase in Drug Overdose Deaths? Based on the data from the CDC, the state that has seen the biggest incre...

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Navigating the Mental Health Impacts of Infectious Diseases

Posted by Dr. Julia Tortorice

In the realm of healthcare, the battle against infectious diseases extends far beyond the physical ailments they inflict. As we navigate through the complexities of diseases that can spread with alarming rapidity, we confront not only the tangible impact on the body but also the profound psychological toll on both those diagnosed and the dedicated professionals who care for them. The psychological ramifications—ranging from heightened stress and anxiety to severe burnout and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—cast long shadows over the well-being of patients and healthcare workers alike. For patients, the journey following an infectious disease diagnosis is often filled with fear, uncertainty, and isolation. The moment of diagnosis marks the beginning of a challenging path, where worries about health outcomes, potential stigma, and the strain of treatment protocols can lead to profound emotional distress. The isolation required to prevent disease transmission, while m...

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U.S. Cities With the Most and Fewest Cases of Human Trafficking

Posted by Dr. Julia Tortorice

Human trafficking in the United States is a dangerous situation for both children and adults across the country, with thousands of cases being reported to the National Human Trafficking Hotline every year. There were a total of 13,370 cases of human trafficking reported over nine years in just the 100 most populous U.S. cities alone. Using human trafficking statistics from the National Human Trafficking Hotline, the NYRequirements.com team mapped out the 25 cities that were found to have the most cases, and the 25 cities that had the fewest human trafficking cases between December 7, 2007, and December 31, 2016. A case is a unique report, situation, or request for resources that originated as a signal to the hotline. Each case included in the report was evaluated for evidence of potential human trafficking and was determined to have either high or moderate indicators of human trafficking. While some U.S. cities have only experienced a handful of human traff...

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Countries Around the World, Ranked by Suicide Rate

Posted by Julia Tortorice

Countries Around the World, Ranked by Suicide Rate Suicide is one of the leading causes of death around the world, attributing to one in every 100 deaths. Which countries suffer the most from this mental health epidemic, and which countries have taken action to lessen the suicide rate among their populations? The team at NYRequirements.com created a ranked list of countries by suicide rate to find the answer. The following suicide rates of countries are estimated by WHO and other health organizations as the true rate of suicides is often under-reported due to the stigma surrounding it in many countries. Deaths caused by suicide need to be recognized and treated as a public health problem that affects many people; research has shown that offering support to those in distress is necessary to reduce suicide rates around the world. The 183 countries listed below have been ranked on their overall suicide rate, but you’ll find that we have also highlighted the 10 countries with...

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