‘They chase ambulances:’ Russia’s ‘record’ attacks on Ukraine’s healthcare Emergency healthcare workers in wartorn Ukraine say they have been targeted by drones. Al Jazeera · Jul 30, 2025
How conspiracy theories about COVID’s origins are hampering our ability to prevent the next pandemic In late June, the Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO), a group of independent experts convened by the World Health Organization (WHO), published an assessment of the origins of COVID. The Conversation · Jul 29, 2025
Food security campaigners warn of uneven progress in fight against hunger Campaigners fighting to reduce food insecurity across the planet have warned in a new report that certain regions must not be left behind as advances are made on other continents. Radio France Internationale · Jul 29, 2025
UN report reveals global hunger falls, but food insecurity rises in Africa Global hunger fell in 2024 for a third year, but conflict and climate shocks deepened crises in Africa and Middle East. Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2025
India’s dementia emergency: 9 million cases, set to double by 2036, but systems unprepared Lakshmi (name changed), a school headmistress, was well-known for her warmth, boundless energy and legendary parties. A few years after retirement, she began to wane with mild signs of cognitive decline, which quickly deteriorated into dementia after the loss of her husband. Newslaundry · Jul 28, 2025
WHO Says Malnutrition Reaching 'Alarming Levels' In Gaza Malnutrition rates are reaching "alarming levels" in the Gaza Strip, the World Health Organization warned Sunday, saying the "deliberate blocking" of aid was entirely preventable and had cost many lives. International Business Times · Jul 27, 2025
Middle East crisis live: malnutrition in Gaza on ‘dangerous trajectory’, says WHO, as airdrops of aid begin – as it happened WHO calls for urgent, sustained efforts to flood the Gaza Strip with food after Israeli military announces pause in activity The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2025
Tributes paid to Sir David Nabarro, the World Health Organisation’s special envoy for Covid-19 IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2025
Long-COVID, viruses and ‘zombie’ cells: new research looks for links to chronic fatigue and brain fog Millions of people who recover from infections like COVID-19, influenza and glandular fever are affected by long-lasting symptoms. These include chronic fatigue, brain fog, exercise intolerance, dizziness, muscle or joint pain and gut problems. And many of these symptoms worsen after exercise, a phenomenon known as post-exertional malaise. The Conversation · Jul 27, 2025
Sir David Nabarro, WHO’s special envoy for Covid-19, dies aged 75 The World Health Organisation’s director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said he was ‘deeply shocked and saddened’. Evening Standard · Jul 26, 2025
'Famine', 'Starvation': The Challenges In Defining Gaza's Plight The United Nations and NGOs are warning of an imminent famine in the Gaza Strip -- a designation based on strict criteria and scientific evidence. International Business Times · Jul 26, 2025
David Nabarro, British physician who led UN response to Ebola and COVID-19, dies Dr. David Nabarro, a British physician who led the U.N. response to some of the biggest health crises in recent years, including bird flu, Ebola and the coronavirus pandemic, has died The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2025
What is the Nipah virus and is it spreading in southern India? The Nipah virus is particularly deadly and has spread following transmission from animals. Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2025
Rising number of doctors among hundreds of medical staff detained in Gaza, say rights groups Detention of Dr Marwan al-Hams by Israeli undercover unit on Monday takes number of doctors being held to 28, says Healthcare Workers Watch The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2025
Euronews · Jul 26, 2025 Brussels, my love? The battle for the budget - who wins, who loses? In this edition of our weekly talk show, participants discuss the launch of the EU budget deliberations, attempts to raise taxes on tobacco and alcohol and the major escalation in Europe's scrutiny of the fast fashion business model.
The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2025 What is West Nile virus? Symptoms and advice after deaths in Italy There have been 32 confirmed cases of the virus in Italy so far this year
The Conversation · Jul 25, 2025 What is chikungunya virus, and should we be worried about it in Australia? This week, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised concerns about a surge in the number of cases of a mosquito-borne viral infection called chikungunya.
The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025 Dozens of ready meals pulled from shelves in Ireland after adult dies from listeriosis Health authorities are investigating an ‘extensive outbreak’ after identifying nine cases
The Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2025 Meet Nigeria’s human flycatchers luring bloodsucking insects in the name of science People are the best option to capture black flies that cause the incurable disease of river blindness
Pedestrian.tv · Jul 24, 2025 ‘It’s A Mass-Starvation, And It’s Man-Made’: Gaza’s Hunger Crisis Death Toll Hits 111 “Families are no longer asking for enough; they are asking for anything.”
Al Jazeera · Jul 23, 2025 Hunger crisis deepens in Gaza as 10 more starvation deaths reported Aid groups warn of ‘mass starvation’ in Gaza amid blockade, while Israeli attacks kill dozens of others across enclave.
International Business Times · Jul 23, 2025 WHO Chief Says 'Large Proportion' Of Gaza's People 'Starving' The World Health Organization's chief warned Wednesday of widespread starvation in Gaza, saying food deliveries into the war-ravaged Palestinian territory were "far below what is needed for the survival of the population".
International Business Times UK · Jul 23, 2025 Listeria Contamination Concerns Spark US Tuna Recall: How Serious Is Listeriosis? Dozens of tuna salad products have been recalled from stores in seven US states due to possible listeria contamination, a bacteria that can lead to deadly infections like listeriosis.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 22, 2025 US poised to quit Unesco again, amid Trump's push to scale back global ties The United States is preparing to withdraw from Unesco, the United Nations’ cultural and educational agency. The decision is part of President Donald Trump's broader approach to reducing US involvement in international organisations he has previously criticised.
Euronews · Jul 22, 2025 Over 1,000 aid-seekers killed in Gaza since May, UN human rights office says In January, Israel banned the main UN organisation delivering aid to Palestinians in Gaza, UNRWA, from operating, claiming the agency turned a blind eye to Hamas members in its ranks.