#public-health

#public-health

Afghanistan faces increased risk of a polio outbreak due to Taliban's suspension of vaccination campaigns over safety and women's involvement issues. [ more ]

The resurgence of measles in the U.S. is largely due to increased vaccine hesitancy among families. [ more ]

Annual vaccinations for COVID and flu are critical, especially for vulnerable populations, as respiratory seasons pose significant health risks.

COVID continues to impact public health efforts with new variants and notable mortality rates, despite improved overall circumstance. [ more ]

Mpox cases are rising again in New York City, especially among queer men, stressing the need for vaccination and public health measures. [ more ]

The first wave of the polio vaccination campaign in Gaza has been completed, but a second wave is critical due to pressing public health risks. [ more ]

Drug-resistant infections may cause 2 million deaths annually by 2050, with the majority being older adults.

Wider access to effective antibiotics could save 92 million lives from 2025 to 2050. [ more ]

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is projected to become a major global health crisis, with millions of deaths by 2050. [ more ]

Improving access to high-quality antibiotics in low- and middle-income countries can significantly combat antimicrobial resistance and save millions of lives. [ more ]

Prioritize tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) test-to-treat data during the UN meeting. [ more ]

Antimicrobial resistance threatens modern medicine, exacerbated by a lack of new antibiotic development and disproportionate impacts on low-income regions. [ more ]

Over 39 million deaths anticipated from antibiotic-resistant infections by 2050, significantly affecting older populations. [ more ]

Mark Oates highlights the prevalence of illegal vapes in the UK and calls for stricter regulation and enforcement. [ more ]

Illegally sold vapes are easily accessible due to lack of enforcement, prompting calls for a licensing system for retailers. [ more ]

Illegal vapes are being easily purchased in various constituencies, highlighting enforcement failures.

Calls for a self-funding licensing system to regulate vape sales and protect public health. [ more ]

Vape & Mobile Ltd was fined for selling vapes to a minor, underscoring the seriousness of enforcing age restrictions. [ more ]

Phage therapy demonstrates potential as a solution to antibiotic resistance in bacterial infections. [ more ]

Mosquito-borne illnesses are increasing partly due to climate change, necessitating public health responses and personal protection measures. [ more ]

Wildfire exposure is doubling for children born in 2020 compared to those in 1960, indicating severe climate change impacts.

New metrics for measuring wildfire PM2.5 exposure are necessary for accurate health assessments. [ more ]

Climate change is enabling mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus to thrive in Europe, with increasing case numbers reported. [ more ]

A widespread public health response is needed to combat mosquito-borne diseases and develop new vaccines. [ more ]

The UK experienced a rapid outbreak of E. coli O157 due to contaminated lettuce, highlighting the impact of extreme weather on food safety. [ more ]

ITV has launched a new affiliate marketing brand, ITV Kerching, aimed at helping shoppers save money online.

The UK government is implementing stricter regulations for junk food advertising to improve public health.

The Hague will ban fossil fuel ads, marking a significant environmental legislative step. [ more ]

The UK government is banning junk food ads before 9pm to combat childhood obesity, starting October 1, 2025. [ more ]

The UK government plans significant public health measures to combat childhood obesity and ease NHS pressure, including a ban on junk food ads. [ more ]

Outdoor air pollution is a significant health issue in New York City, particularly affecting vulnerable populations. [ more ]

Public health interventions must consider community values and practices for effective implementation.

Improving local healthcare capacity, rather than centralized services, can be more effective. [ more ]

Massachusetts dairy farms are 100% free of bird flu, ensuring public health and food safety. [ more ]

The Boar's Head deli-meat plant had significant sanitation failures and was linked to a Listeria outbreak, leading to the closure of the facility. [ more ]

Boar's Head closes Virginia plant linked to deadly listeria outbreak.

Liverwurst processing identified as contamination source; product will be discontinued. [ more ]

Twelve out of thirty-six tested cinnamon products contained elevated lead levels, raising concerns about food safety, particularly regarding children's exposure. [ more ]

Sen. J.D. Vance's unfounded claims about Haitian immigrants have incited violence and are not supported by public health data. [ more ]

JD Vance perpetuated false claims about Haitian immigrants, linking them to pet abduction and disease rates, which has drawn significant criticism. [ more ]

UK bolsters vaccine supply against mpox amid WHO emergency declaration to prepare for potential outbreaks. [ more ]

The W.H.O. has authorized the first vaccine for mpox, surprising even the vaccine manufacturer. [ more ]

The WHO has authorized a vaccine against mpox for adults, an important breakthrough in the fight against outbreaks in Africa. [ more ]

The best county to live in each U.S. state is determined by life expectancy, financial stability, and educational attainment. [ more ]

Tomas Aragon emphasizes the importance of equity and community collaboration in transforming public health policies. [ more ]

Harvard Chan School collaborates with African universities to enhance public health training and develop new doctoral programs to address workforce shortages. [ more ]

Residents are concerned that a new power plant will negatively impact their health and quality of life. [ more ]

Francesca Dominici and Ronnie Levin were included in the inaugural TIME 100 Health list for their impactful contributions to global health. [ more ]

Hakim Kherroubi died from mixed drug toxicity, including opioids and cocaine, which led to acute cardiorespiratory failure. [ more ]

The pandemic exposed deep issues in public health communication and trust in authorities, highlighting the need for clarity and collaboration in crisis management. [ more ]

Austrian woman convicted of grossly negligent homicide for transmitting COVID-19, linked through virological evidence to her neighbor's death. [ more ]

Effective public health requires investment in data systems and collaboration across institutions to tackle current and emerging health threats. [ more ]

The proposed federal bill aims to ban in-game advertising and bets on college athletes to combat rising gambling addiction.

The bill's sponsors cite public health concerns, especially for young people. [ more ]

Councilman Bottcher's bill requires gun stores to display graphic warning images about gun-related health risks in NYC. [ more ]

New York legislation could eliminate costs for asthma inhalers, ensuring full insurance coverage for patients. [ more ]

There is a potential case of H5N1 bird flu spreading between humans in the U.S., requiring further investigation. [ more ]

Opioid overdose deaths have decreased to their lowest levels in three years, according to the CDC, but remain significantly worse than pre-pandemic rates. [ more ]

The first human case of bird flu in the U.S. without known animal exposure raises concerns about alternative transmission methods. [ more ]

A Missouri case of bird flu is isolated, with low risk to public health, according to officials. [ more ]

The urgent pediatric vaccination campaign in Gaza is crucial amidst ongoing conflict and health crises. [ more ]

Pakistan's renewed efforts against polio include a nationwide vaccination campaign after a resurgence of the virus, with hopes for eventual eradication. [ more ]

Gaza's first polio case in 25 years has prompted urgent vaccination efforts.

Low vaccination rates among children are the primary cause of polio resurgence.

Polio's spread poses a potential risk to low-vaccination communities in the U.S. [ more ]

Social health is crucial for overall wellbeing, and loneliness significantly impacts health outcomes. [ more ]

Baccarelli emphasizes the importance of innovation and collaboration to tackle global health challenges as the new dean of Harvard Chan School. [ more ]

Recognition of outstanding public health contributions by Harvard T.H. Chan alumni highlights their global impact on disease control and healthcare innovations. [ more ]

Firearm prevalence, not mental illness, is the key driver of gun deaths in the U.S. [ more ]

The Thrive program facilitates cross-platform collaboration to prevent the spread of suicide and self-harm content among major social media companies. [ more ]

The polio vaccination campaign in Gaza is overshadowed by the immediate threat of war and bombing, leading to feelings of futility among families. [ more ]

A large-scale polio vaccination campaign in Gaza aims to inoculate 640,000 children under 10, amid challenges from ongoing conflict. [ more ]

The UK's National Health Service is in critical condition and requires urgent reform to address years of neglect and mismanagement. [ more ]

Starmer aims to implement bold NHS reforms, stressing long-term solutions are necessary to address the health service's critical condition. [ more ]