The Link Between Teeth, Mental Health, and Social Barriers
Poor oral health negatively affects mental health and quality of life, particularly among lower socioeconomic groups.
Sadiq Khan urged to explore fluoridating London's water to reduce tooth decay
Fluoridating London's water could significantly improve oral health and reduce tooth decay, according to a new report from the London Assembly's health committee.
The Link Between Teeth, Mental Health, and Social Barriers
Poor oral health negatively affects mental health and quality of life, particularly among lower socioeconomic groups.
Sadiq Khan urged to explore fluoridating London's water to reduce tooth decay
Fluoridating London's water could significantly improve oral health and reduce tooth decay, according to a new report from the London Assembly's health committee.
CDC confirms positive bird flu result in San Francisco child
A child in San Francisco has tested positive for bird flu, marking the second case in children nationwide.
Investigations are ongoing to determine how the child was exposed.
Slow, Disjointed Response to Bird Flu Outbreak Could Allow Disease to Spread
The H5N1 bird flu outbreak has spread to cattle, marking an unprecedented event, while human cases raise concerns about potential pandemic risk.
Are we heading for a bird flu pandemic? Experts weigh in
Ongoing monitoring of bird flu is essential, as low public risk does not eliminate the chance of a pandemic.
Confirmed human cases for bird flu are likely an undercount, suggesting vigilance is necessary.
Should we be panicked about bird flu? - Harvard Gazette
The first human death from bird flu raises concerns, suggesting the CDC should monitor the situation more closely amid mounting poultry outbreaks.
How Worried to Be About Bird Flu
Katherine J. Wu expresses increased concern regarding the spread of bird flu due to consistent infections among dairy workers and the potential for human transmission.
CDC confirms positive bird flu result in San Francisco child
A child in San Francisco has tested positive for bird flu, marking the second case in children nationwide.
Investigations are ongoing to determine how the child was exposed.
Slow, Disjointed Response to Bird Flu Outbreak Could Allow Disease to Spread
The H5N1 bird flu outbreak has spread to cattle, marking an unprecedented event, while human cases raise concerns about potential pandemic risk.
Are we heading for a bird flu pandemic? Experts weigh in
Ongoing monitoring of bird flu is essential, as low public risk does not eliminate the chance of a pandemic.
Confirmed human cases for bird flu are likely an undercount, suggesting vigilance is necessary.
Should we be panicked about bird flu? - Harvard Gazette
The first human death from bird flu raises concerns, suggesting the CDC should monitor the situation more closely amid mounting poultry outbreaks.
How Worried to Be About Bird Flu
Katherine J. Wu expresses increased concern regarding the spread of bird flu due to consistent infections among dairy workers and the potential for human transmission.
Integrated Care for Depression Yields Extended Benefits, Malawi Study Shows
Incorporating depression treatment into chronic health care enhances well-being for patients and families in resource-limited settings.
Mayor Lurie says S.F. can rapidly 'add beds' to hospitals to combat fentanyl - hospital workers not so sure
Mayor Lurie's fentanyl ordinance is designed to expedite addiction and mental health service contracts, but funding and practical execution remain unclear.
Ketamine's move from club to chill out' drug is sign of a troubling culture shift
Ketamine use among young people is dramatically increasing, prompting the Home Office to consider reclassifying it as a class A drug.
Integrated Care for Depression Yields Extended Benefits, Malawi Study Shows
Incorporating depression treatment into chronic health care enhances well-being for patients and families in resource-limited settings.
Mayor Lurie says S.F. can rapidly 'add beds' to hospitals to combat fentanyl - hospital workers not so sure
Mayor Lurie's fentanyl ordinance is designed to expedite addiction and mental health service contracts, but funding and practical execution remain unclear.
Ketamine's move from club to chill out' drug is sign of a troubling culture shift
Ketamine use among young people is dramatically increasing, prompting the Home Office to consider reclassifying it as a class A drug.
A tax on sugary drinks could enhance public health and fund programs despite concerns over its impact on small businesses and financially vulnerable individuals.
People with Covid vaccine injuries not getting help they need, inquiry hears
Severely harmed individuals from Covid vaccines encounter an inefficient and inadequate compensation process, often leaving them without necessary financial support.
Explainer: Cases of HMPV virus in China are rising, but should we be worried in Ireland?
Emerging health signals such as crowded hospitals indicate potential risks, even if symptoms seem milder than influenza.
People with Covid vaccine injuries not getting help they need, inquiry hears
Severely harmed individuals from Covid vaccines encounter an inefficient and inadequate compensation process, often leaving them without necessary financial support.
Explainer: Cases of HMPV virus in China are rising, but should we be worried in Ireland?
Emerging health signals such as crowded hospitals indicate potential risks, even if symptoms seem milder than influenza.
Ball-shaped debris washes up at Sydney's Bondi, Coogee, Maroubra and Cronulla beaches
Unidentified ball-shaped debris continues to wash ashore at Sydney beaches, with no known source identified yet.
WHO says at least 8 dead in suspected Marburg outbreak in Tanzania
A suspected Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania has claimed at least eight lives, with high potential for further spread as surveillance improves.
Long stretch of Laguna Beach closed after 465,000-gallon sewage spill
A significant sewage spill of approximately 465,000 gallons has led to beach closures in Laguna Beach, with health officials urging the public to stay away.
Fentanyl legislation is the first test for the mayor-and the new supes - 48 hills
Lurie Administration introduced a package of legislation to address a fentanyl emergency, bypassing traditional Board approval processes.
Amid the fires, LA is warning some residents the tap water isn't safe. Here's why
Residents are advised not to use tap water due to contamination risks from nearby wildfires.
What threats lurk in the smoke and ash of L.A. area fires? New health warnings
Airborne ash and dust from wildfires pose significant health risks to Los Angeles residents, necessitating caution due to inadequate air quality measurements.
What Makes Urban Wildfire Smoke So Toxic
Wildfire smoke poses significant health risks due to its harmful chemical composition, with PM2.5 particles being particularly dangerous.
The Best Ways to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke and Ash
PM2.5 particles from wildfires pose serious short-term health risks, especially as they settle deep in the lungs.
Amid the fires, LA is warning some residents the tap water isn't safe. Here's why
Residents are advised not to use tap water due to contamination risks from nearby wildfires.
What threats lurk in the smoke and ash of L.A. area fires? New health warnings
Airborne ash and dust from wildfires pose significant health risks to Los Angeles residents, necessitating caution due to inadequate air quality measurements.
What Makes Urban Wildfire Smoke So Toxic
Wildfire smoke poses significant health risks due to its harmful chemical composition, with PM2.5 particles being particularly dangerous.
The Best Ways to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke and Ash
PM2.5 particles from wildfires pose serious short-term health risks, especially as they settle deep in the lungs.
Experts suggest limiting alcohol consumption to seven drinks per week or less to reduce health risks, reflecting a shift in drinking guidelines.
Alcohol Offers Some Health Benefits but Raises Cancer Risks, Report Finds
One daily alcoholic drink increases risks of liver cirrhosis and cancers, disproportionately affecting women regarding liver cancer.
Report: Alcohol's Ill Effects Pile Up As You Age
Alcohol consumption is linked to increased cancer risk, particularly affecting middle-aged drinkers, prompting concerns about drinking habits.
More than 1 drink a day raises risk of dying, new federal review concludes
Alcohol consumption beyond one drink daily significantly increases the risk of premature death, indicating the need for updated federal drinking guidelines.
Is one drink a day OK? Here's what to consider
Experts suggest limiting alcohol consumption to seven drinks per week or less to reduce health risks, reflecting a shift in drinking guidelines.
Alcohol Offers Some Health Benefits but Raises Cancer Risks, Report Finds
One daily alcoholic drink increases risks of liver cirrhosis and cancers, disproportionately affecting women regarding liver cancer.
Report: Alcohol's Ill Effects Pile Up As You Age
Alcohol consumption is linked to increased cancer risk, particularly affecting middle-aged drinkers, prompting concerns about drinking habits.
More than 1 drink a day raises risk of dying, new federal review concludes
Alcohol consumption beyond one drink daily significantly increases the risk of premature death, indicating the need for updated federal drinking guidelines.
50,000 Scientists Urge Congress to Protect Research from Trump
Scientists express alarm about potential cuts to federal science under Trump.
Over 50,000 sign a letter advocating for the protection of scientific integrity.
The letter emphasizes the risks to public health and marginalized communities.
Youth councillors meet with Epping MP in Parliament to discuss vaping
Youth vaping is a growing concern, and the Epping Forest Youth Council is actively engaging with local MPs to address it.
Socioeconomic Factors Drive Racial Disparities in Maternal Heart Health - News Center
Improving education could significantly reduce heart health disparities for Black and Hispanic mothers, nearly eliminating gaps associated with maternal cardiovascular health.
RFK Jr. Would Significantly Undermine' Public Health, a Group of Experts Says
Concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as Health Secretary due to lack of qualifications and potential threats to public health practices.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA Movement Obscures America's Unhealthy Past
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims America can achieve better health, but historical scholars argue no universally healthier time has existed.
RFK Jr. Would Significantly Undermine' Public Health, a Group of Experts Says
Concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as Health Secretary due to lack of qualifications and potential threats to public health practices.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA Movement Obscures America's Unhealthy Past
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims America can achieve better health, but historical scholars argue no universally healthier time has existed.
Group of experts says RFK Jr. would 'significantly undermine' public health
A coalition of health professionals is opposing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for health secretary citing concerns over his qualifications and beliefs.
SCSJ's Statement on Appeal in Moriah Energy Center Case
Community opposition to industrial zoning for the Moriah Energy Center emphasizes the fight for clean air and water rights in North Carolina.
The New Temperance Is All About Health
Sobriety has evolved from a radical social movement aimed at moral rectification to a modern tool for personal self-optimization and health consciousness.
Falling Child Vaccinations
Vaccination rates for childhood diseases have declined significantly, exacerbated by the pandemic and misinformation.
Less than 93% of kindergartners were vaccinated in 2023-24, down from 95% in 2019-2020.
Nurse stabbed in hospital's acute medical ward
A nurse was seriously injured in a stabbing at Royal Oldham Hospital, leading to an arrest for attempted murder.
Some Raw Truths About Raw Milk
Dairying provided humans an evolutionary advantage by enabling consumption of previously indigestible plants, but it also introduced health risks through potential disease transmission.
As smog shrouds Thailand, Bangkok tackles toxic air with remote work
Bangkok is considering work-from-home policies to combat high air pollution levels and reduce traffic congestion.
Public health commissioners eye heat resistance steps for city budget requests - Austin Monitor
Public health advocates in Austin seek increased heat mitigation resources in the 2025 city budget based on a new Heat Resilience Playbook.
Starmer asleep at the wheel' as A&E waits up 400-fold in a decade
The increasing wait times in A&E services illustrate a severe crisis in the UK health system requiring urgent government action.
The deadliest beings on the planet: can the bacteriophage help in our fight against superbugs?
Research at Merri Creek identifies a phage that can combat Klebsiella pneumoniae, a growing global health threat due to antibiotic resistance.
Nonstick Cookware Industry Furious at Suggestion They Should Stop Causing Cancer
New Minnesota law bans carcinogenic PFAS in cookware, prompting a legal challenge from cookware manufacturers who claim it violates commerce regulations.
Scientists Say Children Are Getting Sick and Dying in Huge Numbers Due to Chemicals and Plastics
The rise in childhood deaths from noncommunicable diseases is alarming and linked to synthetic chemicals and plastics, highlighting the need for urgent global action.
Trevor felt invisible' after his wife died now experts are trying new ways to tackle Australia's loneliness epidemic
Even active individuals can experience profound loneliness, highlighting the complex nature of social connections in older adults.
7 global buzzwords for 2025: From 'techquity' to 'climate displacement' to 'belonging'
A One Health approach offers solutions for tackling ecosystem collapse and climate displacement, highlighting the importance of belonging against loneliness.
Loneliness is recognized as a critical public health issue affecting societal health, prompting global action.
Trevor felt invisible' after his wife died now experts are trying new ways to tackle Australia's loneliness epidemic
Even active individuals can experience profound loneliness, highlighting the complex nature of social connections in older adults.
7 global buzzwords for 2025: From 'techquity' to 'climate displacement' to 'belonging'
A One Health approach offers solutions for tackling ecosystem collapse and climate displacement, highlighting the importance of belonging against loneliness.
Loneliness is recognized as a critical public health issue affecting societal health, prompting global action.
EPA report finds 58 scenarios where formaldehyde poses "unreasonable risk" to human health, but formaldehyde in vaccines wasn't studied
The EPA's report identifies formaldehyde as a significant health risk, but minimizes risks for surrounding communities and lacks robust safety measures.
Protection zone set up after outbreak of bird flu in Angus
Avian influenza outbreak leads to protection zones in Angus, Scotland, to curtail disease spread.