Odgers Challenges Social Media Ban for Teens
Psychologist Candice Odgers argues social media bans for teens may worsen mental health, citing mixed evidence and risks of pushing kids to unregulated spaces.
Category : Public Health
CDC Cyclospora surveillance downgrade linked to outbreak
Over 1,600 domestically acquired Cyclospora cases confirmed in 34 states after CDC downgraded active surveillance; experts warn of compromised food safety.
Uganda urges travel ban lift after last Ebola patient discharged
Uganda discharged its last Ebola patient, starting a 42-day countdown to be declared Ebola-free, while lobbying countries to lift travel restrictions that have hurt its economy.
Cyclospora Outbreaks in US Expected Through August
CDC reports 1,645 cyclospora cases, 145 hospitalizations, and 5,100 backlogged cases. Outbreaks in Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky linked, with lettuce as a potential source.
MPs call for ban on fast food outlets near schools
MPs say fast food chains exploit loopholes to challenge councils blocking openings near schools; recommend ban on junk food ads on billboards and public transport.
Nobby Stiles' death linked to repeated heading of footballs
Coroner rules Nobby Stiles died with brain condition from repeated heading; World Cup winner's death in 2020 was not reported to coroner.
UK children on track to be unhealthiest generation in decades
UK children risk becoming one of the unhealthiest generations, with declining vaccination rates, rising asthma and mental health admissions, and stagnant infant mortality, according to a Royal College of Paediatrics report.
Why Sunlight Is Good for Your Health: New Science Challenges
New research shows sunlight exposure reduces mortality risk by 17-34%, with benefits outweighing skin cancer risks for most people in low-light environments like the UK.
Aged care residents billed for unused services: probe
Australia's aged care regulator probes dozens of complaints over fees for services residents cannot use. A class action alleges a major provider charged illegal fees for basic care.
TB outbreak at Colorado ICE jail infects 12 detainees
At least 12 detainees at an ICE processing center in Aurora, Colorado have contracted tuberculosis, with dozens more quarantined without air conditioning amid a heat advisory.
The hidden toll of holding grudges: a psychologist's view
Prof Craig Jackson responds to Polly Hudson's article on grievances, highlighting the psychological costs and self-regard involved in holding grudges.
Missed opportunities in grandmother's murder by grandson
A coroner found 'missed opportunities' to prevent the killing of 80-year-old Somtera Bibi by her schizophrenic grandson Subell Ali, who stabbed her 20 times two days after release from a psychiatric unit.
Lancashire PFAS factory to close amid contamination claims
AGC Chemicals Europe announces closure of its Lancashire PFAS plant after significant financial losses, as over 90 residents pursue legal action over PFOA contamination linked to kidney cancer.
Cyclospora Outbreak Hits 2,800 Cases Amid Funding Cuts
A parasitic outbreak causing watery diarrhea has infected over 2,800 people across 31 US states, with Michigan hardest hit, as critics blame Trump-era funding cuts for hampering response.
UK heatwaves killed about 2,700 in May and June
Extreme heat in England and Wales caused around 2,700 premature deaths in May and June heatwaves, with 440 daily deaths at peak. Climate change contributed to over 40% of fatalities.
William Hill failed to prevent suicide of gambler, inquest finds
An inquest found that William Hill's lack of intervention contributed to Gareth Evans' suicide. The 40-year-old self-excluded online but gambled tens of thousands in shops.
Almost half of Brits struggle to sleep in hot weather
A new study reveals that 45% of Brits have trouble sleeping when temperatures rise, with many turning to fans and cool showers for relief.
2,700+ heat deaths in May and June, study finds
More than 2,700 people died from heat-related causes in England and Wales during May and June heatwaves, with 42% of deaths linked to climate change, researchers say.
Wildfires' Hidden Health Toll: Black Carbon Kills Long After
Wildfires emit black carbon soot causing 7.9 million annual premature deaths; 2023 Canadian fires killed 82,000, says Clean Air Fund CEO.
Last US polio survivor using iron lung dies at 78
Martha Lillard, the last known US polio survivor dependent on an iron lung, died at 78 in Oklahoma. She contracted polio at age five and defied expectations by living beyond 20.
London tube temperatures exceed cattle transport limits
London tube temperatures hit 34°C, surpassing the legal limit for transporting cattle. Passengers endure sauna-like conditions as infrastructure struggles to adapt to heatwaves.
Flood Anxiety Haunts Lagos Residents as Rains Return
As Nigeria faces another severe flooding season, residents describe the psychological toll of repeatedly rebuilding homes, with experts warning of climate anxiety and ecological grief.
Lawmakers seek tighter rules on assisted suicide in hospices
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers urged HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr to establish strict hospice reporting rules to prevent coercion in medically assisted suicide, citing risks to older adults and disabled people.
Plymouth beach closed after asbestos found in sand
Mount Batten beach in Plymouth has been closed after 14 of 16 sand samples contained asbestos fibres at hazardous levels, posing health risks.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: 'Explosive' Diarrhea Cases Spike in US
Nearly 1,000 cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan mark largest state outbreak; Ohio reports 177 cases. CDC warns of severe diarrhea, source unknown.
Legionnaires' Outbreak in Manhattan as Climate Threat Grows
At least 28 people sickened in Upper East Side outbreak. Officials link rising cases to warming climate, with cooling towers under investigation.
UK adult dies from measles as London cases surge
An adult with an underlying immunological problem has died from measles in the UK. Over 883 cases confirmed in England in 2026, with 52% in London. Health officials urge MMR vaccination.
WHO: Cancer Cases to Soar to 35 Million by 2050
WHO report finds cancer will touch 92% of people globally, with widening inequities in access to care. Cases projected to reach 35 million by 2050.
Recalled play sand can release airborne asbestos fibres
A new study finds that children's play sand sold in Australia, already recalled for asbestos concerns, can release toxic airborne fibres when played with, contradicting earlier low-risk claims.
Brent Council Declares Gambling Emergency Over Health Harms
Brent Council has declared a 'gambling emergency' and will treat gambling harm as a serious public health issue, aiming to create a hostile environment for the industry amid 81 premises in the borough.
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