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Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 hour ago

Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" Will Lead to 51,000 Preventable Deaths Each Year

Funding cuts in a new budget bill could result in 51,000 preventable deaths annually due to reduced health care access.
#health-risks
Public health
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 day ago

RFK Jr. says healthy pregnant women don't need Covid boosters. Science says threat still meaningful

Pregnant women are at a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 and should receive vaccinations despite mixed messages.
SF food
fromMail Online
4 hours ago

Warning over parasite-riddled fish that cause heart attacks if eaten

Most freshwater fish in Southern California are infected with health-threatening parasites, urging caution for those consuming raw or undercooked fish.
Public health
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 day ago

RFK Jr. says healthy pregnant women don't need Covid boosters. Science says threat still meaningful

Pregnant women are at a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 and should receive vaccinations despite mixed messages.
SF food
fromMail Online
4 hours ago

Warning over parasite-riddled fish that cause heart attacks if eaten

Most freshwater fish in Southern California are infected with health-threatening parasites, urging caution for those consuming raw or undercooked fish.
#homelessness
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Day 84 at the 16th St. Plaza: Drug use on Mission Street up

Increased drug-related activity has surged on Mission Street due to inadequate public trash facilities and insufficient strategies for managing the homeless situation.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Day 84 at the 16th St. Plaza: Drug use on Mission Street up

Increased drug-related activity has surged on Mission Street due to inadequate public trash facilities and insufficient strategies for managing the homeless situation.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Youth workers in London custody centres stop 90% reoffending, says report

The London VRU's youth diversion scheme significantly reduces reoffending among young violent offenders, achieving up to 90% success in preventing future crimes.
#food-safety
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Why the US trade deal could come with a long-term health cost for the UK

US-UK trade deal raises concerns over food standards and public health amidst rising living costs.
SF food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 hours ago

Ground beef sold at Whole Foods may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says

Ground beef at Whole Foods may be contaminated with E. coli, prompting consumers to dispose of affected products.
SF food
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

Tomatoes sold in 3 states now labeled deadly by FDA

Tomatoes in three states recalled due to potential salmonella contamination, posing serious health risks.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Why the US trade deal could come with a long-term health cost for the UK

US-UK trade deal raises concerns over food standards and public health amidst rising living costs.
SF food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 hours ago

Ground beef sold at Whole Foods may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says

Ground beef at Whole Foods may be contaminated with E. coli, prompting consumers to dispose of affected products.
SF food
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

Tomatoes sold in 3 states now labeled deadly by FDA

Tomatoes in three states recalled due to potential salmonella contamination, posing serious health risks.
#air-quality
Canada news
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Americans in 3 states told to stay indoors TODAY

Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused air quality emergencies in Michigan, Minnesota, and South Carolina.
fromKqed
1 day ago
Canada news

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Has Reached the Bay Area. Here's What We Know | KQED

Canada news
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Americans in 3 states told to stay indoors TODAY

Thick smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused air quality emergencies in Michigan, Minnesota, and South Carolina.
NYC parents
fromMail Online
5 hours ago

10m Americans told to stay indoors TODAY over air quality emergency

New York City issues an air quality alert due to elevated ground-level ozone, urging residents to stay indoors to avoid health risks.
Canada news
fromKqed
1 day ago

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Has Reached the Bay Area. Here's What We Know | KQED

Wildfires in Manitoba force evacuations and impact air quality, with smoke traveling over 1,500 miles affecting regions as distant as the West Coast.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 hours ago

Why you don't have to worry (too much) about Alzheimer's if you have herpes

"A recent study shows that the tau protein protects against neuronal damage caused by herpes (HSV-1) infection, but over time it can become toxic."
Coronavirus
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 hours ago

Chuck Schumer demands reinstatement of federal HIV funding after RFK Jr.'s 'indiscriminate cuts'

Schumer demands urgent reinstatement of federal HIV funding, emphasizing the severe health risks posed by recent cuts to research and prevention initiatives.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 hours ago

Amid critical blood shortage, Brooklyn drives mobilize to help fill the gap * Brooklyn Paper

New York Blood Center declares a blood emergency due to critically low blood donations and urges more New Yorkers to donate blood.
#covid-19
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
9 hours ago

'This Is Going to Be a Slog': Senate Hearing on Cover-Up of COVID Vaccine Risks Just the 'Tip of the Iceberg,' Johnson Tells Committee

The Senate hearing revealed concerns about COVID-19 vaccine safety and alleged cover-ups by health officials.
Public health
fromtime.com
2 days ago

Measles Vaccination Rates Are Plummeting Across the U.S.

Vaccination rates for MMR have dropped significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about potential outbreaks.
NYC parents
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

What's Going on With Trump's New COVID Vaccine Policies?

CDC adjusts COVID vaccine guidance for children and pregnant women, emphasizing individual choice and healthcare provider consultation.
Coronavirus
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Here's What To Expect From A New COVID Variant Going Around

A new COVID variant, NB.1.8.1, has been detected in the US and shows potential for increased transmissibility.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
9 hours ago

'This Is Going to Be a Slog': Senate Hearing on Cover-Up of COVID Vaccine Risks Just the 'Tip of the Iceberg,' Johnson Tells Committee

The Senate hearing revealed concerns about COVID-19 vaccine safety and alleged cover-ups by health officials.
Public health
fromtime.com
2 days ago

Measles Vaccination Rates Are Plummeting Across the U.S.

Vaccination rates for MMR have dropped significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about potential outbreaks.
NYC parents
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

What's Going on With Trump's New COVID Vaccine Policies?

CDC adjusts COVID vaccine guidance for children and pregnant women, emphasizing individual choice and healthcare provider consultation.
Coronavirus
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Here's What To Expect From A New COVID Variant Going Around

A new COVID variant, NB.1.8.1, has been detected in the US and shows potential for increased transmissibility.
US news
fromBoston.com
7 hours ago

We finally may be able to rid the world of mosquitoes. But should we?

Gene editing may offer a solution to eradicate mosquitoes and combat disease.
#misinformation
Online marketing
fromThe Conversation
9 hours ago

Google searches for information about cancer lead to targeted ads from alternative clinics

Google dominates online searches but poses risks of exposing users to health misinformation through its advertising model.
Online marketing
fromThe Conversation
9 hours ago

Google searches for information about cancer lead to targeted ads from alternative clinics

Google dominates online searches but poses risks of exposing users to health misinformation through its advertising model.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cancer experts warn of coffee enemas and juice diets amid rise in misinformation

Cancer misinformation leads patients to avoid effective treatments, endangering their lives.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

More than half of top 100 mental health TikToks contain misinformation, study finds

Over half of popular TikTok mental health advice videos contain misinformation, posing risks to users seeking help.
#measles
Public health
fromtime.com
1 day ago

Measles Is Now Showing Up in Wastewater

Rising measles cases in the U.S. are attributed to declining vaccination rates and contribute to significant outbreaks.
fromsfist.com
5 days ago
East Bay (California)

If You Visited the H Mart In North San Jose or the Trader Joe's In Milpitas Last Week You May Have Been Exposed to Measles

fromSFGATE
5 days ago
SF parents

Bay Area resident exposed 3 popular stores to highly contagious measles

fromTravel + Leisure
9 hours ago
Travel

CDC Health Advisory Says This 'Ongoing Risk' Leaves Travelers Vulnerable on Public Transport, Planes, Trains, and More

fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago
Toronto startup

2 new confirmed cases of Measles in Peel Region, public health agency warns | CBC News

Public health
fromtime.com
1 day ago

Measles Is Now Showing Up in Wastewater

Rising measles cases in the U.S. are attributed to declining vaccination rates and contribute to significant outbreaks.
fromsfist.com
5 days ago
East Bay (California)

If You Visited the H Mart In North San Jose or the Trader Joe's In Milpitas Last Week You May Have Been Exposed to Measles

fromSFGATE
5 days ago
SF parents

Bay Area resident exposed 3 popular stores to highly contagious measles

fromTravel + Leisure
9 hours ago
Travel

CDC Health Advisory Says This 'Ongoing Risk' Leaves Travelers Vulnerable on Public Transport, Planes, Trains, and More

fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago
Toronto startup

2 new confirmed cases of Measles in Peel Region, public health agency warns | CBC News

fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

UK workers are taking less sick days as figures reveal new average

The average number of sick days taken by UK workers has fallen, according to new data, as the average amount taken by each worker is revealed.
UK politics
#agriculture
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Dire warning for Government as spectre of animal disease looms

The UK Government is inadequately prepared for increasing risks of animal diseases, according to a recent NAO report.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Dire warning for Government as spectre of animal disease looms

The UK Government is inadequately prepared for increasing risks of animal diseases, according to a recent NAO report.
#trump-administration
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
4 days ago

The Trump Admin Is Undoing Decades of Domestic Violence Prevention Work

The Trump administration has jeopardized crucial federal support for domestic violence victims in just a few months.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Kristof: Really, Secretary Rubio? I'm Lying About the Kids Dying Under Trump?

Humanitarian aid cuts by the Trump administration have led to numerous deaths, contrary to claims made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Trump guts $258 million in funding for HIV vaccine research

Trump's budget cuts impact HIV vaccine research funding.
Current HIV programs deemed duplicative by HHS.
Researchers express concern over timing of budget cuts.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
4 days ago

The Trump Admin Is Undoing Decades of Domestic Violence Prevention Work

The Trump administration has jeopardized crucial federal support for domestic violence victims in just a few months.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Kristof: Really, Secretary Rubio? I'm Lying About the Kids Dying Under Trump?

Humanitarian aid cuts by the Trump administration have led to numerous deaths, contrary to claims made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Trump guts $258 million in funding for HIV vaccine research

Trump's budget cuts impact HIV vaccine research funding.
Current HIV programs deemed duplicative by HHS.
Researchers express concern over timing of budget cuts.
#cdc
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

We Already Have Evidence That the MMR Vaccine Does Not Cause Autism

The CDC's planned study on vaccines and autism is unnecessary; extensive research already disproves the connection.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Overdoses Declined in 2024 but Progress Is at Risk

Overdose deaths decreased by 27% in 2024 due to naloxone use and treatment increases, but resource cuts threaten future progress.
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Coronavirus

Will norovirus surge early again this year? CDC urges tracking of new strain.

Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

We Already Have Evidence That the MMR Vaccine Does Not Cause Autism

The CDC's planned study on vaccines and autism is unnecessary; extensive research already disproves the connection.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Overdoses Declined in 2024 but Progress Is at Risk

Overdose deaths decreased by 27% in 2024 due to naloxone use and treatment increases, but resource cuts threaten future progress.
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Coronavirus

Will norovirus surge early again this year? CDC urges tracking of new strain.

#opioid-crisis
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago
Cannabis

The Concerning Emergence of "Gas Station Heroin"

Tianeptine, referred to as 'gas station heroin', mimics opioid effects and poses serious health risks due to its unsupervised availability.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Boston food

Boston sees lowest number of opioid overdose deaths in 9 years, new data shows

Boston experienced a significant 38% decrease in overdose deaths, marking its lowest opioid-related deaths since 2015.
Cannabis
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Concerning Emergence of "Gas Station Heroin"

Tianeptine, referred to as 'gas station heroin', mimics opioid effects and poses serious health risks due to its unsupervised availability.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Boston sees lowest number of opioid overdose deaths in 9 years, new data shows

Boston experienced a significant 38% decrease in overdose deaths, marking its lowest opioid-related deaths since 2015.
#climate-change
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 day ago

Flooding is the Top Public Health Hazard For New Yorkers

Flooding is identified as New York's primary public health hazard, exacerbated by climate change.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 day ago

Flooding is the Top Public Health Hazard For New Yorkers

Flooding is identified as New York's primary public health hazard, exacerbated by climate change.
#global-health
Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

WHO resolution helps reframe skin diseases as a global public health priority,' not a cosmetic issue'

Skin diseases, affecting one-third of humanity, are now recognized as a global health priority following a unanimous World Health Assembly resolution.
Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

WHO resolution helps reframe skin diseases as a global public health priority,' not a cosmetic issue'

Skin diseases, affecting one-third of humanity, are now recognized as a global health priority following a unanimous World Health Assembly resolution.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Corpses rotting in the Nile' as cholera tears through Sudan

The civil war in Sudan has led to a rapid spread of cholera among returnees.
Omdurman has become a focal point for overcrowding and disease after army recapture of Khartoum.
Poor living conditions and rampant infection contribute to the cholera epidemic.
#drug-safety
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Opioid hundred times stronger than heroin' linked to UK clubbing deaths

Synthetic opioids like nitazenes pose serious health risks and have recently caused fatalities in London.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Opioid hundred times stronger than heroin' linked to UK clubbing deaths

Synthetic opioids like nitazenes pose serious health risks and have recently caused fatalities in London.
#syphilis
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This Southern California Beach Has the Highest Bacteria Rates in the State-and It's One of the Dirtiest in the U.S.

The failures in Tijuana's sewage treatment, conveyance, and pump station network have been responsible for the decades of transboundary sewage flows coming through the Tijuana River, which have significantly worsened since 2017.
San Francisco
Coronavirus
fromNature
1 day ago

Exclusive: Inside the thriving wild-animal markets that could start the next pandemic

Wildlife markets pose significant health risks by enabling diseases to jump from animals to humans, as seen in Jatinegara.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

San Mateo County coroner identifies inmate's cause of death

In-custody deaths are investigated by the sheriff's office, the coroner's office and the district attorney's office.
SOMA, SF
Cannabis
fromFuturism
2 days ago

New Study Finds Serious Risk to Eating Edibles

Edibles may pose similar heart risks to smoking cannabis, challenging the perception that they are a safer alternative.
#urban-planning
#sanitation
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | Adams losing 'war on rats' as NYC Council rips budget cuts delaying cleanup of 1,700 trash-strewn lots

Mayor Eric Adams is criticized for inadequate funding of the Sanitation Department's lot cleaning unit, worsening the city's rat infestation problem.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | Adams losing 'war on rats' as NYC Council rips budget cuts delaying cleanup of 1,700 trash-strewn lots

Mayor Eric Adams is criticized for inadequate funding of the Sanitation Department's lot cleaning unit, worsening the city's rat infestation problem.
fromwww.nature.com
2 days ago

Black Death Plague That Killed Millions Became Less Fatal because of This Genetic Tweak

Our findings in this study characterize a case in which a pandemic-causing pathogen has independently evolved to cause what we believe is a slightly weaker form of the disease.
Coronavirus
#tobacco-control
fromsilive
2 days ago
NYC parents

These Staten Island teens traveled to Albany to speak out against tobacco use | In Class column

fromsilive
2 days ago
NYC parents

These Staten Island teens traveled to Albany to speak out against tobacco use | In Class column

SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

The Week Ahead: Kabuki Meets Broadway in 'Pacific Overtures' Revival

Thousands attended the Sonoma County Pride parade celebrating '40 and Fierce' theme amidst hot weather.
The San Mateo County Fair showcased diverse attractions with over 2,500 attendees, featuring cultural events.
Local photographer captured stunning aurora borealis time lapse footage in Windsor, California.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Smile! You might get on camera for breaking street-cleaning rules in NYC

Queens may use cameras on street sweepers to enforce parking rules.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Tory peer proposed delay on heated tobacco ban after Philip Morris visit

However, it is important to note that at this moment there is an ongoing health crisis that needs to be addressed with clear policy decisions regarding tobacco.
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Turkey sees sharp rise in obesity DW 06/01/2025

"Malnutrition can stunt growth and lead to obesity," she said, pointing to a 2022 study by the Turkish Statistical Institute showing that 62.4% of children in Turkey predominantly eat bread and pasta.
Public health
Beer
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

A New Study Found Forever Chemicals in Beer

Many beers may contain harmful chemicals known as PFAS due to local water sources.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Saturday Links: CDC Clarifies COVID Guidelines, Reverses RFK Jr.'s Broader Rollback Claims

The CDC updated its COVID-19 vaccine guidelines, stating healthy children and pregnant women may now receive the vaccination.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Here are the healthiest and unhealthiest cities in Massachusetts, according to a study

WalletHub found that Worcester had a total score of 47, ranking it the least healthy city in Massachusetts and 87th nationally.
Boston food
#heat-advisory
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 days ago

In brief: DeSaulnier advances over $35M worth of area projects in D.C.

Rep. DeSaulnier expressed pride in advancing over $35 million in funding aimed at enhancing public health, safety, transportation, and environmental protection in Contra Costa and Alameda counties.
East Bay (California)
#vaccines
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Vapers warned not to stockpile fire risk' disposables before UK ban

We want to remind businesses to ensure all remaining stocks of disposable vapes are sold, and only buying vapes that follow the new regulations.
UK politics
#environmental-issues
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Stockpiling disposable vapes could cause your house to go up in flames, Britons told

The crackdown on disposable vapes, effective Sunday, aims to reduce their use among young people and mitigate the litter they cause, reflecting growing concerns.
UK politics
Coronavirus
fromMedCity News
6 days ago

Bird Flu Threat Still Looms, But HHS Just Canceled a Moderna Contract That Could Prepare for It - MedCity News

Moderna's avian influenza vaccine shows promise but faces funding challenges now that the U.S. government canceled its contract for late-stage trials.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Are Drugs and Surgery the Answer to Childhood Obesity?

Child and adolescent obesity in the USA is a critical health issue necessitating family-centered management approaches.
The American Academy of Pediatrics published guidelines which, while structured, fall short on addressing primary prevention.
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