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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

ICE planning facility for children and families on Pfas-contaminated site

A detention facility for families is planned on a highly contaminated site in Louisiana, raising significant health concerns due to toxic chemicals.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
9 hours ago

NYC Department of Health raises awareness about rabid raccoons in Brooklyn

New York City's Department of Health reports three rabid raccoon incidents in Brooklyn this year, prompting awareness and preventive measures.
#san-francisco
fromKqed
15 hours ago
Public health

While SF Sees Fewer Fatal Overdoses, Death Rate Is Still Among the Country's Worst | KQED

Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

San Francisco is getting ravaged by multiple viruses. Experts aren't sure why.

San Francisco is experiencing high rates of gastrointestinal and respiratory viruses, with changing vaccine recommendations potentially contributing to the surge.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

SF Supe Pushes to Ban Smoking on Bar Patios, as Most Bay Area Cities Have Already Done

San Francisco may ban smoking on outdoor bar and tavern patios, aligning with California law and addressing public health concerns.
Public health
fromKqed
15 hours ago

While SF Sees Fewer Fatal Overdoses, Death Rate Is Still Among the Country's Worst | KQED

San Francisco's drug overdose deaths show a year-over-year decline, but the numbers remain high and unacceptable according to public health officials.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Meet the District 2 candidates: Should more drug users be arrested?

San Francisco's approach to drug use includes arrests, but many users cycle in and out of jail without receiving treatment.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Mayor Lurie moves S.F. homeless street-outreach teams to health department

San Francisco is shifting street-outreach teams to the Department of Public Health to better address homelessness and addiction through health care.
Healthcare
fromMission Local
4 days ago

S.F. health dept. plans to cut managers, clinics and more. Here's what you need to know.

San Francisco's Department of Public Health plans to cut $40 million from its budget, impacting staff positions and service provider contracts.
Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

San Francisco is getting ravaged by multiple viruses. Experts aren't sure why.

San Francisco is experiencing high rates of gastrointestinal and respiratory viruses, with changing vaccine recommendations potentially contributing to the surge.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

SF Supe Pushes to Ban Smoking on Bar Patios, as Most Bay Area Cities Have Already Done

San Francisco may ban smoking on outdoor bar and tavern patios, aligning with California law and addressing public health concerns.
fromAdvocate.com
19 hours ago

RFK Jr. can't do math, former top CDC scientist says, and Pete Hegseth should stick to pushups

"The distortion of math seems in line with the rest of RFK Jr.'s creative scientific accounting. It should be another clear sign that this is not a serious person and harkens to the Orwellian reality in which we live. Doublespeak and distortion is the currency in which the secretary functions. Bad for science, bad for health."
Healthcare
#hiv-transmission
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
21 hours ago

He raped young men & infected them with HIV. Now he's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Adam Hall was convicted of transmitting HIV and raping multiple young men, receiving a minimum 23-year life sentence.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
21 hours ago

He raped young men & infected them with HIV. Now he's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Adam Hall was convicted of transmitting HIV and raping multiple young men, receiving a minimum 23-year life sentence.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
23 hours ago

TransThrive Clinic Grand Opening: Bringing Low-Barrier, Trans-Led Healthcare to San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

A new clinic at TransThrive offers comprehensive healthcare services for transgender and gender-expansive individuals in San Francisco.
Public health
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

Smoke-Free Bar Patios: A Matter of Simple Common Sense - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco and California have implemented comprehensive smoke-free laws to protect public health from the harms of secondhand smoke.
#hiv
Public health
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Hospital Reuses Syringes, Infects Hundreds of Children With HIV

At least 331 children in Taunsa, Pakistan, tested positive for HIV due to reused syringes at a public hospital.
Public health
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Hospital Reuses Syringes, Infects Hundreds of Children With HIV

At least 331 children in Taunsa, Pakistan, tested positive for HIV due to reused syringes at a public hospital.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US gambling addiction is out of control' as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

Gambling addiction in the US requires urgent regulation similar to alcohol and tobacco due to its rapid expansion and public health impact.
Cannabis
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Could Marijuana Actually Become Federally Legal Under Trump?

The Biden administration is reclassifying medical marijuana to Schedule III, marking a significant policy shift in federal cannabis regulation.
#vaccines
Public health
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

RFK Jr.'s rejection of germ theory debunked in Senate hearing

Kennedy rejects germ theory, promoting terrain theory, which attributes diseases to imbalances in the body rather than pathogens.
Public health
fromTruthout
3 days ago

RFK Jr. Won't Commit to Following New CDC Nominee's Vaccine Guidance

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. refuses to commit to accepting CDC nominee Erica Schwartz's vaccine guidance if it contradicts his views.
Public health
fromAxios
1 week ago

RFK Jr. faces barrage from Democrats in House hearings

Democrats linked Kennedy's vaccine criticism to rising measles cases, while he defended his stance and the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Mike Thompson Attacks RFK Jr Over Health Conspiracy Theories

Rep. Mike Thompson criticized Robert Kennedy Jr. for undermining vaccines and public health with conspiracy theories during a Capitol Hill hearing.
Public health
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

RFK Jr.'s rejection of germ theory debunked in Senate hearing

Kennedy rejects germ theory, promoting terrain theory, which attributes diseases to imbalances in the body rather than pathogens.
Public health
fromTruthout
3 days ago

RFK Jr. Won't Commit to Following New CDC Nominee's Vaccine Guidance

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. refuses to commit to accepting CDC nominee Erica Schwartz's vaccine guidance if it contradicts his views.
Public health
fromAxios
1 week ago

RFK Jr. faces barrage from Democrats in House hearings

Democrats linked Kennedy's vaccine criticism to rising measles cases, while he defended his stance and the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Mike Thompson Attacks RFK Jr Over Health Conspiracy Theories

Rep. Mike Thompson criticized Robert Kennedy Jr. for undermining vaccines and public health with conspiracy theories during a Capitol Hill hearing.
#new-york-city
fromNew York City, NY Patch
2 days ago
New York City

NYC Says Goodbye To Trash Bags On Sidewalks

New York City will expand curbside trash bins to improve cleanliness and reduce garbage bags on sidewalks.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Sometimes I Feel Like They're Trying to Kill Us!' The View Smashes the Panic Button Over RFK Jr

Kennedy's leadership at HHS faces criticism for lack of medical expertise and funding cuts to vital vaccine research.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

UK passes ban on cigarette purchases for anyone born after 2008

"The end of smoking, and the devastating harm it causes, is no longer uncertain - it's inevitable," said Hazel Cheeseman, chief executive of Action on Smoking and Health, after the bill's approval.
Public health
Canada news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Ontario Liberals Move to Ban iGaming Advertising Four Years After Privatization

Ontario's Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act aims to ban online gambling ads to protect public health.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Two startlingly different views on long-awaited data on America's anti-HIV efforts

PEPFAR's recent data release shows contrasting views on its effectiveness, with government officials citing success while experts raise serious concerns about declines in services.
#vaccination
Coronavirus
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Combative, Defensive and Occasionally Contrite, Kennedy Walks a Fine Line

Vaccination remains the central issue of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s tenure despite attempts to shift focus.
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Every Vaccine Dose Matters

Vaccines require full courses and boosters for effective protection against serious diseases, including preventable causes of encephalitis.
Coronavirus
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Combative, Defensive and Occasionally Contrite, Kennedy Walks a Fine Line

Vaccination remains the central issue of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s tenure despite attempts to shift focus.
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Every Vaccine Dose Matters

Vaccines require full courses and boosters for effective protection against serious diseases, including preventable causes of encephalitis.
Public health
fromQueerty
2 days ago

There's a new sex party crasher in town... & he's drug-resistant and lives in your gut - Queerty

Drug-resistant Shigella cases in the US rose from 0% in 2011 to 8.5% in 2023, with no FDA-approved treatments available.
Public health
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

RFK Jr. doubles down on vaccine meddling as CDC junks scientific study

Kennedy continues to undermine federal vaccine policy despite attempts to limit his influence by the Trump administration.
fromJezebel
2 days ago

The Trump Admin Wants More Babies-and the Iran War Is Making Condoms More Expensive

Karex's CEO, Goh Miah Kiat, stated that they have to increase prices by up to 30% due to rising costs of synthetic rubber and nitrile, alongside freight and shipping costs.
World news
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Health Dept. report on S.F. hospital stabbing confirms Mission Local reporting

The DPH has hired four additional staff members to its security team to ensure around the clock threat management coverage, and committed an additional $15 million a year to support a fundamentally strengthened and modernized approach to safety and security across its facilities.
Mission District
fromHarvard Gazette
2 days ago

Why are other kids starving? - Harvard Gazette

"I didn't understand why I had access to food and other children my age didn't, and that didn't make sense in my head at the time. Injustice was something that always shaped my path and I wanted to do something about that."
Education
#cdc
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Warnock Goes Off On RFK Jr For CDC Cuts: You're Dangerous' And Ought to be Fired'

Sen. Warnock criticized Secretary Kennedy for cuts to public health infrastructure, particularly at the CDC, jeopardizing disease prevention efforts.
Public health
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Texas Doctor Who Led Measles Response Joins CDC Under RFK Jr.

New appointments at the CDC aim to restore scientific integrity and public trust in health practices.
Public health
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Trump picks qualified, normal health leader to head CDC; experts still cautious

Political interference at the CDC raises concerns about leadership autonomy and scientific integrity.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump nominates former Coast Guard doctor as CDC chief

Dr. Erica Schwartz has been nominated by President Trump to lead the CDC, filling a long-vacant director position.
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Warnock Goes Off On RFK Jr For CDC Cuts: You're Dangerous' And Ought to be Fired'

Sen. Warnock criticized Secretary Kennedy for cuts to public health infrastructure, particularly at the CDC, jeopardizing disease prevention efforts.
Public health
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Texas Doctor Who Led Measles Response Joins CDC Under RFK Jr.

New appointments at the CDC aim to restore scientific integrity and public trust in health practices.
Public health
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Trump picks qualified, normal health leader to head CDC; experts still cautious

Political interference at the CDC raises concerns about leadership autonomy and scientific integrity.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump nominates former Coast Guard doctor as CDC chief

Dr. Erica Schwartz has been nominated by President Trump to lead the CDC, filling a long-vacant director position.
#measles
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Measles returns to SF with first confirmed case since 2019

San Francisco confirmed its first measles case in seven years involving an unvaccinated infant who was exposed abroad.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Public health

Democratic Rep Skewers RFK Jr For Spending Taxpayer Money To Drink Milk Shirtless' With Kid Rock

Measles cases in the U.S. surged dramatically under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership, with a projected 6,400 cases in 2026.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Public health

California sees the most measles cases in 7 years as disease resurges nationwide

California has reported its highest number of measles cases in seven years, driven by declining vaccination rates.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Passenger on Boston-bound flight had measles, health officials say

A passenger with measles traveled through Logan Airport, prompting health officials to warn of potential exposure.
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Measles returns to SF with first confirmed case since 2019

San Francisco confirmed its first measles case in seven years involving an unvaccinated infant who was exposed abroad.
Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Democratic Rep Skewers RFK Jr For Spending Taxpayer Money To Drink Milk Shirtless' With Kid Rock

Measles cases in the U.S. surged dramatically under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership, with a projected 6,400 cases in 2026.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California sees the most measles cases in 7 years as disease resurges nationwide

California has reported its highest number of measles cases in seven years, driven by declining vaccination rates.
#tobacco-ban
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days ago

A smoking ban for people born after 2008 may be on the cusp of becoming law in the U.K. Here's what to know

The U.K. will ban tobacco sales to anyone born after January 1, 2009, aiming for a smoke-free generation.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Bill banning people born after 2008 from buying tobacco clears UK parliament

A UK bill bans tobacco sales to anyone born after 2008, aiming to create a smoke-free generation and reduce health burdens.
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days ago

A smoking ban for people born after 2008 may be on the cusp of becoming law in the U.K. Here's what to know

The U.K. will ban tobacco sales to anyone born after January 1, 2009, aiming for a smoke-free generation.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Bill banning people born after 2008 from buying tobacco clears UK parliament

A UK bill bans tobacco sales to anyone born after 2008, aiming to create a smoke-free generation and reduce health burdens.
Coronavirus
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Bat alphacoronavirus could be the next global pandemic, study reveals

A newly discovered bat coronavirus, KY43, has the potential to infect humans and could lead to another pandemic.
Public health
fromDefector
3 days ago

Pete Hegseth Adds New Weapon To American Warfighter Loadout: Influenza | Defector

The U.S. Department of Defense will no longer mandate flu vaccinations for military personnel, allowing individual choice regarding vaccination.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | Albany wants to tax a product the FDA just approved. That should worry every small business owner. | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's proposed 75% tax on nicotine pouches could harm neighborhood retailers despite FDA endorsement of their safety compared to cigarettes.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

French activists sue 'deceptive' laughing gas suppliers

A French campaign group is suing companies for deceptive marketing of nitrous oxide, highlighting its health risks and impact on young people.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK bill bans anyone born after 2008 from ever buying tobacco

This reform will save lives, ease pressure on the NHS, and build a healthier Britain. Children in the UK will be part of the first smoke-free generation, protected from a lifetime of addiction and harm.
Public health
Public health
fromKqed
3 days ago

California's Tortilla Law Targets Birth Defects. Other States May Follow | KQED

California mandates folic acid in corn masa flour to address public health disparities in Latino communities.
Health
fromFortune
3 days ago

Most people worldwide believe at least one of 6 common medical myths | Fortune

Health misinformation is widespread, with 70% of people globally believing at least one debunked health claim.
#health-policy
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

RFK Jr. defends his health agenda and Trump's proposed budget cuts in hearing

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended his agency's record while facing criticism over vaccine policies and budget cuts during a congressional hearing.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

RFK Jr. defends his health agenda and Trump's proposed budget cuts in hearing

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended his agency's record while facing criticism over vaccine policies and budget cuts during a congressional hearing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Temporary accommodation linked to deaths of 104 children in England in six years

Statistics show that between April 2019 and March 2025, 104 children died with temporary accommodation recorded as a contributing factor to their vulnerability, ill-health or death.
UK politics
Healthcare
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Medicaid-Funded Care Saves and Rebuilds Lives

Medicaid reductions threaten access to essential health care for those living with or at risk for HIV, impacting thousands of individuals.
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

Hegseth says U.S. military no longer requires flu vaccination, drawing criticism from health experts

U.S. military ends mandatory flu vaccination for service members, raising concerns among health experts about troop safety.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Flu vaccine no longer mandatory for soldiers, says US military chief

Flu vaccine is no longer mandatory for military members, emphasizing medical autonomy and religious freedom.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Dangers coming from inside the house - Harvard Gazette

John D. Spengler's research significantly advanced indoor air quality awareness and led to smoking bans on airplanes and improved childhood asthma understanding.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

What Kids Lose When Dinner Time Becomes Screen Time

Loneliness is a public health crisis affecting one in six people globally, impacting mental and physical health.
fromCornell Chronicle
4 days ago

Former UN ambassador, USAID director calls for rebuilding foreign aid | Cornell Chronicle

Modest investments abroad could advance America's interests at home - by preventing pandemics from reaching our shores, by expanding markets for U.S. goods, by promoting democracy and freedom - all for less than 1% of the federal budget each year.
Higher education
#malaria
Public health
fromNature
4 days ago

Vaccines mean malaria deaths should be falling - not rising

Ending malaria requires funding and coordinated efforts despite the availability of vaccines and existing control tools.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Can you stop malaria crossing borders? One nation's bid to wipe out the disease

Eswatini faces challenges in malaria elimination due to climate change, economic migration, and insecticide resistance, despite efforts to manage mosquito populations.
Public health
fromNature
4 days ago

Vaccines mean malaria deaths should be falling - not rising

Ending malaria requires funding and coordinated efforts despite the availability of vaccines and existing control tools.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Can you stop malaria crossing borders? One nation's bid to wipe out the disease

Eswatini faces challenges in malaria elimination due to climate change, economic migration, and insecticide resistance, despite efforts to manage mosquito populations.
Public health
fromNews Center
4 days ago

Neighborhood Social Factors Increase Cardiovascular Disease Risk - News Center

Adverse neighborhood social factors in early adulthood increase midlife coronary artery calcification risk, indicating early cardiovascular disease.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed

Children born after January 1, 2009, will be banned for life from buying cigarettes under new legislation aimed at creating a smoke-free generation.
Medicine
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

We Need to Prepare for the Mammoth Task of De-Trumpification

Rebuilding public health and science after Trump's presidency will require significant resources and a long-term commitment.
#covid-19
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Covid jabs huge success, but work needed on trust in vaccines - key findings from Covid report

Coronavirus
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

New COVID subvariant 'Cicada' is on the rise. Here's what you need to know

A highly mutated COVID-19 strain, BA.3.2 or 'Cicada', is spreading in California, raising concerns about increased disease activity among vulnerable seniors.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report

The UK Covid vaccine rollout was a major success, saving over 475,000 lives, but challenges like vaccine hesitancy and support for harmed individuals remain.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Covid jabs huge success, but work needed on trust in vaccines - key findings from Covid report

fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

England left with toilet deserts' as public facilities decline by 14% in a decade

Access to public toilets is a universal need that we all have, and we shouldn't shy away from talking about it. One public toilet per 15,000 people simply isn't good enough and, without action, that figure will keep rising as we lose more facilities.
London politics
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

SF County fatal drug overdose ranks 2nd highest in the country, CDC data shows

San Francisco faces a severe drug overdose crisis, but recent efforts show a decline in total overdoses and a shift towards effective programs.
Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Chris Matthews Claims RFK Jr.'s Life of Drugs' Influences His Medical Beliefs: He's a Threat to Our Society'

Chris Matthews criticized RFK Jr.'s past drug use and its impact on his medical claims and societal influence regarding vaccinations.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Readers compare stodgy' UK school food with France and Spain

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and school food standards, emphasizing the need for accessible quality journalism.
#mpox
fromKqed
1 week ago
Coronavirus

San Francisco Reports Its First Clade I Mpox Case - What to Know and How to Find a Vaccine | KQED

Coronavirus
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California urges mpox vaccination after more-severe strain detected in San Francisco

California health officials urge high-risk residents to get vaccinated against mpox after a more severe strain, Clade I, was detected in San Francisco.
Coronavirus
fromKqed
1 week ago

San Francisco Reports Its First Clade I Mpox Case - What to Know and How to Find a Vaccine | KQED

Clade I mpox cases spread through intimate contact, with recent cases in Europe linked to men who have sex with men.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It's a powder keg': Romania leads EU measles cases as vaccination rates collapse

Romania faces a severe measles crisis due to low vaccination rates, with urgent action needed to prevent further outbreaks.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

1,200% jump in kratom-related calls to poison control centers in last decade, analysis shows

Kratom-related poison control calls surged over 1,200% from 2015 to 2025, raising public health concerns about its synthetic forms.
Public health
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

SF Now Second Only to Baltimore In Overdose Deaths

Baltimore and San Francisco have the highest overdose death rates among major U.S. cities, with Baltimore at 108.6 and San Francisco at 70.5 per 100,000.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Norovirus fears prompt FDA warning to restaurants and retailers: Stop selling this recalled shellfish

The recalled shellfish was harvested on March 22 through April 9, according to a safety alert from the FDA. The alert follows an April 10 recall conducted by the Washington State Department of Health, cautioning the FDA about all species of shellstock from the company, Gomez Shellfish, due to norovirus-like illnesses that were associated with the consumption of raw oysters.
SF food
Canada news
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Planning a trip to Oman? You may need an HIV test

Filipino travelers to Oman may need an HIV test for entry, as per recent advisories and international restrictions.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Why scientists are nervous about fungi

Drug-resistant fungi pose a significant and growing threat, particularly in lower-income countries, requiring urgent action and improved infection control measures.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth

The agency said there was no confirmed epidemiological link between the Budmouth cases and the one at Wey Valley, prompting fears the strain is transmitting more widely among young people in Weymouth.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Air pollution making people in UK get long-term illnesses earlier, study finds

Air pollution in the UK is causing earlier onset of long-term illnesses, with some conditions appearing over two years earlier than they would otherwise.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Supermarket food prices to be capped under SNP manifesto pledge

The price of essential supermarket groceries will be capped to assist consumers with the cost of living.
Boston
fromwww.bxtimes.com
1 week ago

Not Working for Us': South Bronx Unite says congestion pricing is driving more traffic and pollution into the Bronx Bronx Times

Congestion pricing in the South Bronx has led to increased traffic and air pollution, failing to benefit the community.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

The ocean off California keeps breaking heat records

An extreme marine heat wave off California is breaking records and could impact coastal weather and ecosystems for months.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

SNP pledges to cap bread and milk prices if it wins Scotland's parliamentary elections

The SNP plans to cap prices on essential goods if re-elected, addressing the cost of living crisis in Scotland.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ammonia pollution hotspots found in areas of UK with most pig and poultry factory farms

Ammonia emissions are dangerous to human health and the environment. In the UK, agriculture is responsible for 89% of national emissions of the nitrogen-based gas used to produce fertilisers and released from livestock manure.
Environment
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