A deadly H5N1 bird flu strain has been confirmed on the Australian mainland for the first time, ending the continent's virus-free status. A brown skua found sick in Western Australia died from the virus, sparking concerns for wildlife and agriculture.
Robert F Kennedy Jr overrode CDC advice to mandate quarantine for a hantavirus contact, sparking health law experts' condemnation as authoritarian and unconstitutional.
Iranian star Parastoo Ahmadi and eight team members reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for livestreaming a patriotic song without hijab, sparking rights concerns.
A Danish study of nearly half a million women found that each additional hour of forward bending at work in early pregnancy was associated with a 36% higher risk of miscarriage.
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Elizabeth Greenhall, a consultant in public health, transformed family planning services in Oxfordshire, including school-based 'Bodyzone' clinics. She died aged 83.
A Melbourne coroner is investigating the death of influencer Stacey Warnecke after a freebirth, examining why some women avoid medical care and the role of unregulated birthkeepers.
The Met Office issues Amber Heat Health Alert for parts of UK with temperatures up to 34C. Follow these four steps to stay safe during the heatwave.
US health advisers debate Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine, mFlusiva, which reduced flu cases by 27% in a study of 40,000 people aged 50 and older.
Marion Kozak, a socialist feminist, campaigner for children's rights, and wife of Marxist intellectual Ralph Miliband, has died aged 91. She was mother to David and Ed Miliband.
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Experts slam One Nation's health policies as costly and misguided. Plus: Kenyan student's mysterious death, Cate Blanchett's Oxford role, and World Cup updates.
A headteacher, moto-taxi driver, and travel agent are among those counting the human and economic cost of the Ebola outbreak in Bunia, DRC.
Sierra Leone's first lady Fatima Maada Bio faces backlash for not condemning FGM, demanding 'reliable data' on harms, sparking concerns from health professionals, survivors, and politicians.
Health advocates slam Robert F Kennedy Jr for demanding answers from a journal that retracted a flawed vaccine study, accusing him of intimidation and free speech hypocrisy.
Thousands of Americans are injecting unregulated peptides for weight loss, muscle growth, and anti-aging. Despite being labeled 'not for human consumption,' these substances are widely available online. Adam Gabbatt investigates the risks and the influenc
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Ridglan Farms, a Wisconsin beagle breeding and research facility, is closing. Big Dog Ranch Rescue will take in all remaining dogs, ending years of protests and legal battles.
Medical experts criticize One Nation's health policies, including withdrawing from WHO and adding photo ID to Medicare cards, as costly and based on misconceptions.
The 'five-second rule' is false: bacteria can transfer to dropped food almost immediately and persist on surfaces for up to 24 hours, studies show.
Radiographers perform record tests despite 15% vacancy rate. CEO Richard Evans warns against blaming staff, urges government workforce plan to tackle chronic shortages.
The millionth parkrun took place at Bushy Park, celebrating two decades of free weekly 5km events that unite communities and promote health worldwide.
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Young people affected by the Grenfell fire share their trauma and call for a parliamentary inquiry into children's mental health support. They have created a youth-led support service and campaign for healing.
Discover everything about sugar: recommended limits, hidden names, health impacts, and tips to reduce intake. Expert insights on natural vs. added sugars.
With over 670 confirmed cases and 136 deaths, the Ebola outbreak in DRC's Ituri province shows no signs of slowing amid funding gaps, conflict, and misinformation.
A study by Imperial College London found that emergency hospital admissions fell after the introduction of London's T-charge and Ulez, providing evidence that clean air zones improve public health.
UNAids warns funding cuts and repressive laws risk a resurgence of HIV. Testing dropped sharply in 2025, and prevention services are disappearing.
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Despite real-time data, confusion persists during outbreaks. Lynne Peeples argues we need better risk communication, drawing lessons from Covid, Ebola, and hantavirus.
Ellie Flynn posed as a single mum on Reddit to uncover predatory lenders exploiting women with sex-for-debt schemes. A new Dispatches documentary reveals the alarming trend.
About 20 female medical students at the University of Manchester reported anonymous late-night phone calls involving sexual harassment, prompting a formal investigation.
An oncologist argues that dismissing wellness influencers is dangerous, as many patients trust them over doctors. She calls for engagement and education.
A campaign seeks to reform UK age of consent laws, making it illegal for adults over 20 to have sex with 16-17 year olds unless age gap is under three years.
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The WHO calls for community cooperation to contain a new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, emphasizing trust and local engagement.
