BIZARRE: Public health news topic - What They Never Told You

Diwali Is Over, But Is the Worst Air Pollution Yet to Come?

Many people expect the air to become cleaner once Diwali celebrations and firecracker use come to an end. However, the reality can be different, particularly across Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana and other parts of North India. Why Does Air Pollution Continue Even After Diwali? Firecracker smoke may fade after Diwali, but…

MyLifeXP · 12h ago

NIH Awards Boston University's High-Containment Infectious Disease Lab $57.5 Million Over Five Years as Pathogen Research Rules Tighten

Boston University's NEIDL received a five-year, $57.5 million NIH award for operations and safety systems as federal restrictions on dangerous gain-of-function research undergo implementation.

Medical Daily · 13h ago

As Delhi gasps for clean air, parliamentary panel skips hearing on air pollution

A Parliamentary committee in Delhi removed the air pollution issue from its upcoming meeting agenda on November 17. Congress member Ajay Maken objected to this change and wrote to the committee chairperson for reconsideration. Maken emphasized that air pollution poses severe health risks and must be treated as a public…

The Economic Times · Nov 10

Congress slams Modi govt for being in 'denial' on impact of air pollution on mortality

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh condemned the Modi government for denying air pollution's significant mortality impact. He referred to a FICCI-EY report indicating around 2 million death cases linked to pollution in 2023. The report urges reforms like tightening PM2.5 and ozone standards to WHO levels for better public health.…

The Economic Times · Nov 9

Vaccinating an indoor cat: which vaccines vets consider core and why

An indoor cat still moves through a world that is not sealed. Shoes carry things in. A window screen is not a barrier to airborne particles. A single visit to a boarding facility or a vet clinic puts your cat in a space that other cats have passed through. The…

Times Pets · Nov 9

Tamil Nadu's TB care initiative records at least 38% reduction in deaths

As part of the study done by ICMR National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE) and Tamil Nadu State TB Cell, the reduction was observed under the Tamil Nadu Kasanoi Erappila Thittam (TNKET), a state-specific programme aimed at making the state TB-death-free, the researchers said.

The Economic Times · Nov 8

'We Need Money' Allegations: Ex-Trump health aide alleges donor-driven policy

Former White House official Calley Means has alleged that a group of influential people within US President Donald Trump's administration worked to advance corporate interests at the expense of public health priorities, claiming that financial considerations also influenced key policy decisions.

The Times of India · Nov 8

She became Uganda's first wildlife veterinarian: Meet Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka

Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka dedicates her efforts to conserving mountain gorillas in Uganda by engaging local communities and addressing health concerns. Through her organization, Conservation Through Public Health, she enhances the well-being of both gorillas and humans. Additionally, she founded Gorilla Conservation Coffee, which financially empowers farmers by promoting sustainable coffee…

The Times of India · Nov 7

Scientists develop first-ever “broad-spectrum” bird flu vaccine using AI

Scientists used AI to design a vaccine capable of protecting against a wide range of bird flu variants. That’s a game changer for national biosecurity and more resilient public health systems, they say.

Euronews · Nov 6

Clinton Called It: Abdul El-Sayed Reveals Bill Clinton Once Encouraged Him to Pursue Public Service

Abdul El-Sayed recalled how Bill Clinton encouraged him to consider public service after a 2007 graduation ceremony, years before his election victory in Michigan and historic Senate breakthrough.

International Business Times UK · Nov 5