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Hantavirus quarantine orders issued to American passengers
U.S. health officials have issued quarantine orders to two American passengers exposed to hantavirus during an April cruise on the MV Hondius, where 11 of…
EPA plans to scrap limits on ‘forever chemicals’ in water
The EPA has proposed repealing federal limits on four of six PFAS chemicals in drinking water and extending compliance deadlines for the others, reversing stricter…
WHO declares Ebola outbreak a global health emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a global health emergency due to its rapid…
Abortion: The Battle Over Mifepristone
A conservative panel of the 5th Circuit Court temporarily blocked the mailing of the abortion drug mifepristone nationwide, following a lawsuit from Louisiana challenging federal…
The Underfunded Fight Against Hantavirus
At least three passengers aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius have died from a hantavirus outbreak, with eight more cases confirmed and numbers expected to…
Human Brain Processes Language Under Anesthesia
Researchers discovered that the human brain continues to process and classify language-related sounds during general anesthesia, as shown by neuronal activity in epilepsy patients undergoing…
Doctors vote for strike action over pay and recruitment
Resident doctors in the UK have announced a four-day strike starting June 15 over unresolved pay and recruitment disputes despite a recent leadership change at…
Type 2 Diabetes Rising Faster Among Younger Women, Warns Diabetes UK
New data from Diabetes UK shows that type 2 diabetes is rising twice as fast among younger women compared to older women. The increase is…
Mental Strength is More Than Toughness: A Personal Reflection
Rev. Dr. F Willis Johnson reflected on the multifaceted mental health challenges faced by African American men, highlighting how cultural, historical, and societal pressures contribute…
WHO warns conflict worsens Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
The ongoing conflict in Ituri province, DR Congo, is severely obstructing efforts to contain a rare Ebola outbreak that has caused around 220 suspected deaths…
England and Wales Fertility Rate Hits New Record Low
The fertility rate in England and Wales dropped to 1.39 in 2025, the lowest since 1977, with 585,396 live births recorded. This decline underscores ongoing…
Drama Student Spent £9,000 on Facelift Despite Trolls’ Criticism
A 28-year-old drama student from South London, Antonia Higham, underwent a £9,000 facelift in Turkey to achieve a "cats-eye look" despite medical warnings and previous…
Hay Fever Heightens Risk of Car Crashes, Survey Finds
A survey by Volvo found that hay fever symptoms significantly impair driving, with 5 percent of affected UK motorists reporting near-miss accidents linked to their…
Medical Expert Cautions on Berberine Use for Weight Loss
Medical experts caution against using berberine supplements for weight loss due to limited evidence, potential side effects, and a lack of NHS approval for obesity…
Deidre Advice Column: Struggling with Maths Teaching Role
A 47-year-old learning support assistant at a secondary school is experiencing severe anxiety after being assigned to teach mathematics despite limited skills in the subject.…
The 50p Weight-Loss Fix That Helped Me Drop 3st
Vicki McFarlane successfully lost significant weight after years of failed diets and surgeries by using berberine patches and capsules, which helped reduce her appetite and…
Deidre Advice Column: Managing Challenges of Raising an Autistic Child
A father shared the challenges his family faces raising his newly diagnosed non-verbal autistic son, whose behaviors have impacted family dynamics and strained his parents'…
Health Experts Prepare for Potential Disease Spread During FIFA World Cup
U.S. West Coast health officials are ramping up preparations to prevent infectious disease spread, including Ebola, ahead of the FIFA World Cup in cities like…
Trump will send Americans exposed to Ebola while abroad to facility in Kenya
The Trump administration is opening a quarantine and treatment center in Kenya to house U.S. citizens exposed to Ebola during the outbreak in the Democratic…
Uganda Closes Border With Congo as Ebola Fears Rise
Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo to prevent the spread of a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain amid an outbreak with…
It’s Not Just Babies Who Need Checkups
Postpartum care in the U.S. typically ends after a single checkup within six weeks despite ongoing physical and mental health challenges faced by new mothers.…
China’s Tobacco Monopoly Drives Surging Cigarette Sales
China’s cigarette consumption has increased by 39 percent over the past 20 years, driven by the powerful State Tobacco Monopoly Administration which controls the market…
KFF Founder Drew Altman to Retire After Leading Health Policy Organization
Drew Altman, the founding president and CEO of KFF, announced he will retire at the end of 2024 after leading the organization for 33 years.…
Bangladesh probes hospital deaths of six newborns
Six newborns died within hours of each other at Ad-Din Hospital in Dhaka, prompting an investigation into the cause, with initial suspicions pointing to the…
Ugandan woman in India tests negative for Ebola
A Ugandan woman quarantined in Bengaluru tested negative for the Ebola virus after arriving from Uganda, alleviating fears of India's first Ebola case since 2014.…
Nursing Regulator Admits Failure to Properly Assess Staff Declarations
The Nursing and Midwifery Council has admitted to failing for over a decade to properly review declarations by healthcare professionals renewing their registration, potentially compromising…
Resident doctors plan four-day walkout next month
Resident doctors in the UK have announced a four-day strike starting June 15 in response to ongoing pay disputes with the government, rejecting a 4.9…
Policy Proposals to Combat Harmful Social Media Effects on Youth
UK government officials held talks with bereaved families and campaigners to discuss implementing stricter online safety measures in schools, including a complete ban on phones…
Rogue NHS Nurses Left Free to Work for Up to 12 Years
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) allowed 15 nurses with serious criminal convictions or health concerns to work in the NHS for up to 12…
Heatwave Leads to Multiple Deaths and Surge in NHS Advice Searches
Multiple teenagers have died in water-related incidents across the UK and Ireland during the ongoing heatwave, including deaths in South Yorkshire, Hampshire, Lancashire, and near…