Mexico man dies from first human case of bird flu strain H5N2 Scientists are on alert for signs the virus is adapting to spread more easily among humans, after the WHO announced the death from April The Guardian - AU · Jun 6, 2024
Man in Mexico died of a bird flu strain that hadn't been confirmed before in a human, WHO says Health authorities say a man in Mexico died from a type of bird flu called H5N2 that has never before been found in a human The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2024
AI used to predict potential new antibiotics in groundbreaking study Scientists used an algorithm to mine ‘the entirety of the microbial diversity’ on Earth, speeding up antibiotic resistance research The Guardian - US · Jun 5, 2024
Some Gazans 'Drinking Sewage Water': WHO Regional Chief Some Gazans are now reduced to drinking sewage water and eating animal feed, the WHO's regional chief said Tuesday, pleading for increased aid access immediately to the besieged territory. International Business Times · Jun 4, 2024
Mpox is on the rise in Australia. Here’s what to know about the virus – and who should get vaccinated Australia appears to be experiencing a re-emergence of the infectious disease mpox, formerly called monkeypox. The Conversation · Jun 4, 2024
OPINION - Alan Edwards: I worked with David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, The Who and this is what I learnt As a child I was a keen reader of adventure books, but I could never have imagined then that I’d write one, let alone be the central character. Evening Standard · Jun 3, 2024
TOI Health News Morning Briefing| Severe heatwave kills over 60 in India, WHO issues warning against microbial resistance, effect of omega 3 supplements on aggressive behaviour, and more Read today health news briefing here. Your morning dose of health updates, news and latest guidelines are all here: The Times of India · Jun 3, 2024
WHO Approves Steps To Improve Global Pandemic Preparedness WHO member countries approve new pandemic response measures and update International Health Regulations to enhance global readiness and response to pandemics. Top News · Jun 2, 2024
WHO member countries approve steps to bolster health regulations to better brace for pandemics The World Health Organization says member countries approved new steps to boost global preparedness for pandemics like COVID-19 and mpox and better respond to dangerous outbreaks The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2024
Promoting well-being in the elderly: A holistic guide for caregivers on geriatric mental health “Everyone will end up caring for a loved one at some point in their life. The act of giving and receiving care touches the lives of every human being.” The Times of India · Jun 1, 2024
Extend success of UK sugar tax to cakes, biscuits and chocolate, experts urge Exclusive: Co-author of analysis for WHO calls on government to control the food industry rather than being subservient to it The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2024
Pandemic Agreement Talks Could Continue For Another Year Negotiations towards a global agreement on how to handle future pandemics seemed on course Friday to be extended for up to a year as countries try to bridge their differences. International Business Times · May 31, 2024
The Longest Running Sci-Fi Show is About to Copy 'Black Mirror’s Scariest Episode One futuristic city’s quality of living takes a dramatic nosedive in “Dot and Bubble." In its latest episode, 'Doctor Who' wisely borrows a few tricks from one of 'Black Mirror's most chilling installments. Inverse · May 31, 2024
Cleaner air in West Midlands could prevent 2,000 deaths a year, study finds Meeting WHO guidelines would avoid many cases of diseases and save the NHS millions, research shows The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2024
The Guardian - UK · May 30, 2024 Stewart McGough obituary Other lives: Architect concerned with disability access who provided design expertise during the London 2012 Olympics
The Conversation · May 30, 2024 Smoking in Africa: study of 16 countries shows higher taxes would help young smokers quit or cut down World No Tobacco Day serves to increase awareness about the preventable death and illness associated with tobacco use. It also puts a spotlight on policies that governments can use to reduce consumption of tobacco products.
Top News · May 29, 2024 WHO Urges Reopening Of Rafah Crossing For Humanitarian Aid WHO urges reopening of Rafah crossing to address critical medical needs in Gaza.
Top News · May 29, 2024 WHO Delivers Medical Supplies To Gaza's Al-Ahli Hospital WHO delivers vital medical supplies to Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza amid critical healthcare needs and ongoing hostilities.
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024 Why did global talks to fight pandemics break down? Countries were fiercely opposed to proposals they said were against their national interests. But talks could resume.
International Business Times · May 29, 2024 Israel Pounds Gaza As UN Security Council Meets Over Deadly Strike Israel carried out fresh strikes on Wednesday in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where its forces are battling Hamas militants, after the UN Security Council met to discuss a deadly attack that sparked global outcry.
Al Jazeera · May 28, 2024 Israel’s Rafah assault could halt last functioning hospital, WHO warns WHO says a ‘full incursion’ into the Gaza city will only leave ill-equipped field hospitals and additional mortality.
International Business Times · May 28, 2024 Countries At Odds Over How To Reignite Pandemic Agreement Countries aired stark differences Tuesday on where to go next in trying to strike a global agreement for handling future pandemics, after missing a deadline to finalise a deal.
The Guardian - AU · May 28, 2024 Israel-Gaza war live: reports of new Israeli airstrike on area designated as a humanitarian space by IDF Air attack reported in al-Mawasi in western Rafah, a location that Israel’s military had designated as a humanitarian area
Radio France Internationale · May 28, 2024 Measles cases surging again in Europe, warns WHO Measles cases are surging across Europe for a second straight year and will soon exceed the already-high number recorded in 2023, the World Health Organization warned Tuesday. It called on countries to boost their vaccination efforts.
Louder · May 28, 2024 In 1970 The Who recorded Live At Leeds: 36 years later they returned to the scene and played again What happened when The Who went back to Leeds