US Pandemic Preparedness Lagging After Covid, Experts Warn
Experts warn the US is not ready for the next pandemic due to slashed funding, misinformation, and eroded trust in public health systems after Covid-19.
Category : Public Health
Labour Must Tackle Social Care Head-On
Labour must address the social care crisis, with politicians having ducked the issue for years. A new Fabian Society essay urges a national care service, as history shows the political risks of reform.
Africa CDC Chief: 'Panic Mode' Over Ebola Outbreak
Africa CDC chief warns of 'panic mode' as a new Ebola outbreak emerges, urging international support to contain the deadly virus and prevent a wider crisis.
WHO Declares Global Emergency Over Rare Ebola Strain
The WHO declared a public health emergency over a rare Ebola strain (Bundibugyo virus) in Congo and Uganda, with over 300 cases and 88 deaths. No approved treatments exist.
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Canada Confirms First Hantavirus Case from Cruise Ship
A Canadian who was on the MV Hondius cruise ship has tested presumptive positive for hantavirus, marking the first case in Canada linked to the outbreak that has killed three.
Ebola in DRC and Uganda Declared International Emergency
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a public health emergency, with 80 deaths reported in Ituri province and spread to Uganda and Kinshasa.
Declare Climate Crisis a Global Health Emergency, Experts Urge WHO
Leading experts say WHO should declare the climate crisis a public health emergency to trigger coordinated action and prevent millions of unnecessary deaths from heat, floods, and disease.
Doireann Ní Ghríofa on New Book and Depression Recovery
Doireann Ní Ghríofa discusses her new book 'Said the Dead', exploring the lives of women in a Victorian psychiatric hospital, and her own journey through depression.
Lethal Summer Heat Threatens Migrants at US-Mexico Border
After six migrants died in a railcar in Texas, experts warn that the coming months will bring deadly heat to the US-Mexico border, endangering thousands.
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Abortion Providers Brace for More Disruptions After Mifepristone Ruling
Abortion providers and advocates prepare for future disruptions as lawsuits challenge mifepristone access, with the Supreme Court temporarily allowing mail-order pills.
Secret Archive Rescue, Deadly Seaweed, New Condition Name
A daring mission to save a secret archive, a deadly seaweed outbreak, and a new name for a common condition highlight this week's news.
James Murray: New UK Health Secretary Profile
James Murray, the new health secretary replacing Wes Streeting, is known for loyalty and avoiding drama. He has not run a major department before but is seen as a reliable figure.
Father Pays Tribute to Son Who Died from Meningitis
Lewis Waters, a sixth-form pupil at Henley college, died after contracting meningitis. His father Sean described him as funny and kind-hearted. Two other cases reported in Berkshire.
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Kills 65, New Strain Suspected
An Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC has killed 65 people, with 246 suspected cases. Officials suspect a new strain, complicating containment efforts.
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Betting Firms Flagged Man's $895K Gambling Before Suicide
Kyle Hudson, 22, gambled $895,733 over four years before taking his own life. An inquest examines how betting companies responded to his risky behavior.
DWP Lists Heart Conditions for £187 Weekly PIP Benefit
The DWP has released a list of 13 blood pressure and heart conditions that could qualify for PIP payments worth up to £187 per week. Over 102,000 people currently claim.
Millions of UK Unpaid Carers 'Living in Agony'
Louise Casey, head of the government's adult social care commission, says millions of unpaid carers in the UK are suffering due to a fragmented system relying on women.
British Gas to Pay £20m for Unfair Treatment of Vulnerable Customers
British Gas agrees to £20m settlement with Ofgem after investigation into unauthorized prepayment meter installations, affecting vulnerable customers.
NDIS Overhaul: Major Cuts and New Ministerial Powers
Proposed NDIS changes include funding cuts, stricter eligibility, and expanded ministerial powers, aiming to save $36.2bn over four years. Details on how participants may be affected.
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One in Seven Use AI Chatbots for Health Advice
A study finds 15% of UK adults use AI chatbots for medical advice, with a quarter citing long NHS waiting lists. Doctors warn of risks.
Vance Threatens Medicaid, Medicare Funding Over Fraud
JD Vance threatens to cut federal health funding for states not complying with anti-fraud efforts, sparking accusations of targeting political rivals. Medicare pauses hospice and home health agency enrollments.
Adult Weight Gain Increases Cancer Risk Fivefold, Study
A Swedish study of 600,000 patients found that weight gain in adulthood increases cancer risk by up to five times, with no safe age to gain weight.
Australians on Hantavirus Cruise Ship to Return Home in Full PPE
Six passengers from the hantavirus-affected MV Hondius, including four Australians, will fly from the Netherlands to Perth in full PPE after testing negative for the virus.
NDIS Overhaul: New Eligibility Rules to Curb Costs
Australians must exhaust all appropriate treatments before accessing NDIS under proposed laws. Changes aim to save $36.2bn, reduce participant numbers to 600,000 by 2030.
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France Confines 1,700 to Cruise Ship Over Norovirus
French authorities have confined over 1,700 passengers and crew to the Ambition cruise ship in Bordeaux after a suspected norovirus outbreak, with 50 showing symptoms.
Public Health and the Arts: The Science of Ageing
Engaging with the arts can improve physical and mental health in older age, reducing loneliness and boosting wellbeing. A new study highlights the benefits of singing, dancing, and other creative activities for healthy ageing.
NYU Langone Halts Transgender Care for Minors
NYU Langone Health pauses gender-affirming surgeries for minors following an executive order from President Donald Trump, sparking debate on healthcare access.
Lift Capacity Fails to Keep Pace with UK Obesity
A study reveals that lift weight limits have not increased since 2004, failing to accommodate rising obesity rates and raising safety and equity concerns.
Hantavirus Outbreak: Handled Well but Risks Remain
Prof Devi Sridhar analyzes the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, noting good containment but warning of potential future cases due to long incubation and global spread.
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Hantavirus Patient Told Symptoms Were Anxiety, Says Spain
A French woman with hantavirus was initially told her symptoms were anxiety, says Spanish health minister. She is now in critical condition after evacuation from MV Hondius cruise ship.
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