US pediatricians criticize RFK Jr’s new vaccine panel: ‘Truly an embarrassment’ Pediatric health experts slam ACIP’s plans to reassess current vaccination schedules for children The Guardian - US · Jun 26, 2025
GPs asked to find undiagnosed infected blood victims Infected Blood Scandal Inquiry revealed concerns last year that hundreds infected at birth could be living unaware The Independent UK · May 18, 2025
NHS rolls out plans to find more infected blood victims People will be asked about their blood transfusion history before 1996 when they register with a GP. The Independent UK · May 18, 2025
Nothing can ‘put right’ infected blood delay damage, minister says More than 30,000 people in the UK were infected with viruses, including HIV and hepatitis C, after receiving contaminated blood. Evening Standard · May 14, 2025
Hepatitis A is spreading rapidly in the Czech Republic with 6 deaths so far. Here’s what we know The Central European country has reported six deaths caused by the virus so far this year, up from two in all of 2024. Euronews · May 13, 2025
‘My dad would have been devastated’ – bereaved speak out over infected blood payouts. The inquiry is examining the ‘timeliness and adequacy of the Government’s response to compensation’. Evening Standard · May 8, 2025
Infected blood victims will die before they get compensation, minister accepts The inquiry is examining the ‘timeliness and adequacy of the Government’s response to compensation’. Evening Standard · May 7, 2025
Inquiry hears of ‘anguish’ over compensation for infected blood victims The inquiry is examining the ‘timeliness and adequacy of the Government’s response to compensation’. Evening Standard · May 7, 2025
We will have justice – infected blood victims speak out as inquiry reopens The inquiry is examining the ‘timeliness and adequacy of the Government’s response to compensation’. Evening Standard · May 7, 2025
Infected blood victims ‘scared they won’t live to see compensation’ It comes amid growing disquiet among affected groups about the compensation scheme. Evening Standard · May 4, 2025
European countries are falling short on fight against HIV, TB and STIs, health authorities warn Many European countries are off track to meet official goals on HIV, TB, hepatitis, and STIs, a new report shows. Euronews · Apr 23, 2025
Prison needle programs could save double what they cost – our new modelling shows how Needle and syringe programs are a proven public health intervention that provide free, sterile injecting equipment to people who use drugs. By reducing needle sharing, these programs help prevent the spread of blood-borne viruses such as hepatitis C and HIV and minimise life-threatening bacterial infections. The Conversation · Apr 20, 2025
What is hepatitis B, the virus at the centre of the recent hospital infection alert? News that a health worker at a Sydney hospital’s birth unit was infectious with hepatitis B for more than a decade has led to a health alert for mothers and babies. The Conversation · Mar 13, 2025
HIV risk for clients of cosmetic clinic using vet gear Clients of a beauty clinic might have contracted hepatitis or HIV after widespread issues were uncovered by health authorities. AAP · Mar 4, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Mar 4, 2025 Customers urged to test for HIV and blood-borne viruses after Sydney beauty clinic searched ‘Highly concerning’ infection-control practices, including use of veterinary equipment, discovered by NSW HCCC at Ketthip Beauty Clinic
Evening Standard · Feb 26, 2025 Former Treloar pupils claim school ‘failed’ them amid compensation battle Richard Warwick, Gary Webster, Steve Nicholls and Adrian Goodyear all attended the Lord Mayor Treloar School and College in Hampshire.
International Business Times · Feb 18, 2025 Live Love Life Has Carved Out A Holistic Approach To Healthcare And Safety For Those Suffering From Acquired Diseases Live Love Life is a tax-exempt nonprofit that provides vital healthcare, education, and support to individuals battling HIV, hepatitis C, and other acquired diseases.
Top News · Jan 30, 2025 GOP Senators Clash Over Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation GOP Senators debate hepatitis B vaccination for newborns, highlighting importance of vaccination to prevent chronic liver disease.
Dynamite News · Jan 12, 2025 Pakistan has highest number of hepatitis C cases in world: Pak PM's aide While addressing participants of a seminar organised by the Health Foundation on hepatitis elimination, he said, "This places us at the heart of the global effort to eliminate this disease." Read further on Dynamite News:
Salon · Dec 15, 2024 The biohackers who make DIY insulin Why pay $84,000 for a hepatitis C drug when you can make it at home? But such DIY chemistry raises safety concerns
International Business Times UK · Dec 7, 2024 Worker Reveals Shocking Reason Why Women Should Check The Toilet Paper When in Walmart Washrooms Walmart employee warns women about IV drug users cleaning needles in toilet paper rolls, sparking public health concerns and fear.
International Business Times · Dec 5, 2024 Mexican Restaurant Chain Chi-Chi's To Return 20 Years After Deadly Hepatitis Outbreak Sunk Brand Michael McDermott, the son of one of the original founders, struck a deal with Hormel Foods to use the name.
The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2024 Chi-Chi’s Mexican chain set to return 20 years after last restaurant closed Chi-Chi’s Mexican chain restaurants are expected to reopen in 2025, two decades after a hepatitis A outbreak led to its bankruptcy filing
Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2024 Sir Keir Starmer announces funding for A&E testing as he marks World Aids Day The Prime Minister has pledged £27 million to expand the emergency department testing programme.
The Times of India · Nov 10, 2024 One-fourth of deaths in Delhi mainly due to these two diseases: Govt report A government report has shed light on the major causes of death in the national capital. As per the report, diseases of the respiratory system is one of the nine causes of deaths in Delhi NCR and is accountable for 10% of the deaths. Infectious and parasitic diseases like cholera,…