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Politician beaten to death after radio interview promoting Ebola awareness

The deadly disease has killed nearly 4,000 people since May as the DRC struggles with a shortage of healthcare workers

The Independent UK · Sep 29

H1N1 dominates India's flu cases, accounts for 75 pc of positive samples: WHO report

Recent WHO surveillance data reveals that H1N1 accounts for a significant percentage of influenza cases in India. The data indicates that H1N1 represented 75% of positive influenza samples, surpassing the regional average of 50%. Older adults, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with underlying health conditions are at greater risk.…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

One in eight cancers are likely caused by an infection worldwide – new study

Around 12% of the world’s total cancer cases in 2024 were likely caused by an infection, according to new research from the World Health Organization (WHO).

The Conversation · Sep 29

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US response to UN pandemic talks ‘severely weakens’ global planning, says leading health expert

The US says it is unable to support a major global text on pandemic prevention and preparedness put forward at UN general assembly

The Guardian - UK · Sep 28

Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control

The number of confirmed Ebola cases in Congo has surged past 8,000 as the country struggles with a shortage of health workers

The Independent UK · Sep 28

Beyond condoms: WHO blueprint for new male contraceptives

NEW DELHI: Men could have more contraceptive choices beyond condoms and vasectomy, with the World Health Organization (WHO) releasing its first global blueprint for developing novel male contraceptives, including daily pills or gels, longer-acting injections and implants, sperm-function blockers and reversible methods that block sperm transport.

The Times of India · Sep 26

6 Dangerous Fall Hazards Inside Indian Homes That Send Elderly Parents to the Hospital

Wet Bathroom FloorsThe bathroom is where most falls happen. Indian bathrooms are designed for bucket baths, water everywhere, floors that stay wet for an hour after use, and no grip strips anywhere near the squat area or the commode. For an elderly parent whose balance has quietly shifted over the…

Times Life · Sep 26

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7 Warning Signs That Separate Dengue From Influenza

A sudden fever, headache and body pain can look like a routine viral infection. But sometimes, those same symptoms can point todengue fever, especially in areas where mosquito-borne infections are common. Influenza can also cause sudden fever, body aches and fatigue, making the two illnesses easy to confuse in the…

MyLifeXP · Sep 25

Measles outbreaks, immunity gaps among children and adolescents concerning: WHO

The WHO South-East Asia Region has the highest childhood immunisation coverage globally, reaching 94 percent for DTP3 vaccine. Experts highlighted persistent immunity gaps among children, leading to measles outbreaks in the region. According to the WHO, vaccination rates for other diseases, such as HPV, need significant improvement to meet target…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Instagram famous doctor says NHS staff should make social media content to debunk misinformation

Dr Parker said she would ‘love’ content creation to be part of her job

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Congo is running short of health workers as Ebola remains out of control, WHO says

The World Health Organization warns that Congo is running short of health workers to staff treatment centers for the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Most European men would try new contraception methods if available, survey finds

Most men would embrace contraception designed for them, such as on-demand pills taken before sex, a daily hormonal gel or a thermal silicone ring, but funding gaps are keeping these products years away from pharmacy shelves.

Euronews · Sep 23

What Idol Immersion Puts Into a River: Plaster, Lead Paint, and the Fish Downstream

The chemistry of a submerged idolPlaster of Paris is calcium sulphate hemihydrate. When it enters water, it does not dissolve the way salt does. It absorbs water, hardens briefly, then breaks into fine particulate matter that suspends in the water column and settles into the riverbed. A study published in…

Times Life · Sep 23

Congo Tests Existing Ebola Vaccine Against the Rare Bundibugyo Virus as Cases Pass 7,600 and Deaths Near 3,700

Medical Daily · Sep 22

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The Conversation · Sep 22

Bangladesh has lost 900 children to measles – a warning to other countries where vaccine rates have slipped

Almost 900 people in Bangladesh are suspected to have died in a measles outbreak that began in March. Most of those affected are children.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

El Nino health warning: Dengue, malaria & cholera threat grows as UN and WHO call climate cycle a 'risk multiplier'

El Nino health risks: The UN has warned that the current El Nino could pose a significant global health threat, with the climate phenomenon forecast to be among the strongest on record. Rising temperatures, extreme drought and heavy rainfall could increase the risk of cholera and mosquito-borne diseases such as…

The Independent UK · Sep 22

Free operations give hope to children with a neglected but deadly disease in Africa

Ibrahim Dalhatu was just 3 when he contracted noma, a severe disease that disfigures the face and often kills affected children

France 24 · Sep 21

Two tankers hit by 'unknown projectile' or debris in Strait of Hormuz

Two tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday by either an "unknown projectile" or debris, a maritime security agency said. United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations added that at least two crew members were injured in the first incident, and both vessels will continue to their next port…

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Medical Daily · Sep 21

Every-Eight-Week HIV Shots Beat Daily Pills for African Teens with 1% Versus 6% Viral Rebound in Lancet Trial

In a Lancet trial of 476 African teens, HIV shots every eight weeks had a 1% viral rebound rate vs. 6% with daily pills. What it could mean for U.S. families.

The Conversation · Sep 21

Can nutrients in our foods mimic calorie restriction and increase our healthspan?

Scroll through social media and you will soon encounter advice about living longer, from fasting plans and supplements to elaborate daily routines. Yet reaching an advanced age tells us little about how healthy or independent those later years will be.

Bored Panda · Sep 21

79 Dystopian And Disturbing Things Presented As Wholesome

A homeless man finds a lost wallet full of cash, hands it in to the police, and instantly goes viral. Within days, an online fundraiser turns him into an overnight hero, securing him housing and a job offer. On the surface, it looks like a sweet story celebrating one man’s…

Times Life · Sep 20

5 Minerals RO Water Purification Removes and Whether the Deficiency Actually Matters

What RO filtration actually removesReverse osmosis works by forcing water through a semi-permeable membrane with pores small enough to block dissolved salts, heavy metals, and bacteria. That same thoroughness catches minerals the body needs. The five that disappear in measurable quantities are calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and fluoride. A 2019…

Times Life · Sep 20

6 Water Purifier Mistakes That Leave Indian Homes Drinking Unsafe, Contaminated Water

Not Replacing the Filter on TimeThe most common mistake Indian households make with a water purifier is treating the filter like a permanent fixture. RO and UV filters have a fixed lifespan, typically 6 to 12 months depending on usage and source water quality, after which they stop removing contaminants…

Euronews · Sep 18

Women dominate Europe's health workforce but earn 19% less per hour, WHO warns

Despite dominating Europe's health and care sector, women hold just over half of its top-paying jobs, according to a new WHO report.

Times Life · Sep 18

5 Ways Reusing Cooking Oil Changes Its Chemistry and Raises Toxin Risk in Indian Kitchens

1. The smoke point drops with every use, and that's when acrolein formsFresh mustard oil has a smoke point around 250°C. Refined sunflower oil sits close to 230°C. Reuse either of them twice and that threshold falls, sometimes by 30 to 40 degrees, because the free fatty acids released during…

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