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fromIndependent
1 hour ago

Company at centre of listeria outbreak appoints former FSAI chief as consumers told not to eat meals affected

Ballymaguire Foods is at the center of a significant food recall due to listeria concerns. The company acknowledges the impact on consumers who consumed its freshly prepared meals.
Food & drink
#labor-strike
fromFlowingData
5 hours ago

Highest suicide rates among older men in the U.S.

Some 38.2 deaths per 100,000 among men age 75 to 84 are by suicide, which increases to 55.7 among those over 85, according to data from CDC.
Public health
#vaccine-policy
#environmental-policy
fromThe Nation
8 hours ago

RFK Jr. Has Been Handed a Very Dangerous Weapon

Hotze's lawsuit against PrEP coverage not only reflects a deeply ingrained prejudice but also risks public health initiatives that protect vulnerable populations against HIV and STIs.
US politics
#infectious-diseases
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

M&S advert banned for featuring model who looked unhealthily thin'

The model in Marks & Spencer's banned advert was considered unhealthily thin, with prominent collarbones and a disproportionate head due to a tilted camera angle.
Fashion & style
#overdose
#measles
#mosquito-control
fromwww.cbc.ca
20 hours ago

Michelle Murti appointed Toronto's new medical officer of health | CBC News

Dr. Murti has played a pivotal role in pandemic preparedness, emergency response and health system transformation, which is vital for her new role as Toronto's medical officer of health.
Toronto
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

Taxpayer-funded vaccines meant to aid Africa are at risk of expiring

Hundreds of thousands of doses of mpox vaccine that the United States had promised to send to African nations are in danger of going to waste, according to a letter from dozens of congressional Democrats to the U.S. State Department.
US politics
#climate-change
#mosquitoes
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago
US news

A genetic tweak could prevent mosquitoes from transmitting malaria

A single gene edit in mosquitoes can prevent the malaria parasite from spreading, potentially transforming populations to become resistant to transmission.
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago
Public health

NYC's mosquito problem is worse than ever

New York City has seen a significant increase in mosquito populations this summer, driven by excessive rainfall.
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Florida's attorney general said state is 'under attack' from weather modification. Is that true? - Poynter

Uthmeier expressed concern over weather modification activities infiltrating Florida's environment, asserting they are polluting air, water, and impacting human health. He believes these practices have been misused and could potentially contribute to disasters.
US politics
fromNature
1 day ago

Protect the integrity of the US National Institutes of Health

The NIH Council of Councils expresses serious concerns regarding significant grant terminations, a proposed 40% budget cut for 2026, and structural reorganization plans that may impede scientific progress.
Public health
#nhs
#food-safety
#san-francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago
SF politics

SF board expected to give final vote on plan to restrict RV parking across city

San Francisco plans to ban RVs as shelter for unhoused people to keep sidewalks clear and reduce trash.
fromKqed
6 days ago
SF LGBT

A Compassionate Care Center, Right in the Heart of San Francisco | KQED

Maitri provides crucial health care and community support to low-income individuals living with HIV or AIDS in San Francisco.
fromKqed
6 days ago
SF LGBT

A Compassionate Care Center, Right in the Heart of San Francisco | KQED

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Gardai launch probe into 'mindless, racist violence' after alleged attack in Dublin

The assault on the Indian man by a group on Saturday has been condemned as "mindless, racist violence." The man was taken to Tallaght University Hospital for treatment after the attack.
UK news
#covid-19
fromNature
2 days ago
Mental health

People's brains aged faster during the COVID pandemic - even the uninfected

fromNature
2 days ago
Mental health

People's brains aged faster during the COVID pandemic - even the uninfected

fromThe Walrus
2 days ago

The Walrus Talks The Power of Animals | The Walrus

When animals thrive, we all do. A sustainable future is shaped by how we treat animals, highlighting the ethical, environmental, and scientific impacts of animal welfare.
Canada news
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Man pleads guilty to lacing ice cream with THC that was then sold at N.H. cafe

A Maine man has pleaded guilty to lacing ice cream with THC that was then served to four customers at a cafe in New Hampshire.
Food & drink
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

UK government to bring in ransomware payment ban | Computer Weekly

Ransomware is a predatory crime that puts the public at risk, wrecks livelihoods and threatens the services we depend on. That's why we're determined to smash the cyber criminal business model and protect the services we all rely on as we deliver our plan for change.
Public health
fromNature
2 days ago

Fund scholars who tackle urgent issues - from misinformation to error spotting

Robust scientific progress requires not only original research, but also rigorous validation of findings, their adoption across disciplines and effective communication.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 days ago

This new front-of-package nutrition label is designed to make us healthier

Front-of-package labels can capture consumers' attention during decision-making moments, providing clear information on added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats, which can influence healthier choices.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Smoking avatars and online games: how big tobacco targets young people in the metaverse

Virtual online spaces are becoming a new marketing battleground as tobacco and alcohol promoters target young people without any legislative consequences. Companies are exploiting unregulated areas to reach youth.
Digital life
#robert-f-kennedy-jr
#agriculture
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

The world keeps millions of vaccines on ice. Is it worth it?

Emergency cholera vaccine stockpiles ship 5 million doses monthly to countries facing outbreaks.
US news
#epa
fromNatural Health News
3 days ago
Alternative medicine

Trump's DOJ Says EPA Will Appeal Landmark Fluoride Ruling

EPA plans to appeal a federal court ruling against water fluoridation risks for children.
The appeal will be filed on July 18 and reviewed by a 9th Circuit panel.
fromTruthout
5 days ago
Public health

Public Health Experts Sound the Alarm as Trump EPA Eliminates Research Arm

The U.S. EPA's elimination of its scientific research arm threatens environmental protection and public health efforts.
Lee Zeldin's leadership at the EPA promotes deregulation and staffing cuts.
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Does Anyone Know What 'Wellness' Means Anymore?

The wellness industry is valued at over $6.3 trillion and includes both beneficial and dangerous practices.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Superbugs could kill millions more and cost $2tn a year by 2050, models show

A UK government-funded study shows that without concerted action, increased rates of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could lead to global annual GDP losses of $1.7tn over the next quarter of a century.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Inside the battle to save a once award-winning building from neglect

Pat Findley, a 73-year-old pensioner, describes her living situation in Lillington and Longmoore Gardens as increasingly dire, noting the estate has required 2,086 plumbing repairs.
London
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Federal cuts leave Los Angeles County health system in crisis

Los Angeles County's health system faces a financial crisis due to cuts from the federal government, with an estimated loss of $750 million per year to its health services.
Public health
fromNature
4 days ago

How your research can survive a US federal grant termination

The largest studies on dementia risk only have 800 Black participants. We were going to have 3,000. It is critically important that a
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Trump's EPA eliminates research and development office and begins layoffs

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees, which will adversely affect public health.
Public health
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

RFK Jr. wants to change program that stopped vaccine makers from leaving US market

The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program is designed to provide fair payouts for those suffering serious side effects from vaccines without proving drugmaker negligence.
Public health
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

These are the beaches closed in Mass this weekend, and why

According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's interactive beach water quality dashboard, 25 beaches will be closed this weekend. Most of the beach closures are at ponds and lakes.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Sarah Carey: When it comes to bowel screening, 'ick factor' must not stop us from doing something that could save our lives

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Ireland and has the lowest uptake of national screening programmes, highlighting a significant public health issue.
Public health
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

You Can Now Swim in the Seine for the First Time in 100 Years

"It's a childhood dream to have people swimming in the Seine," Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo, who was instrumental in the cleanup, said during an event commemorating the day.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

'Witnesses to despair': Marseille sees poverty fuel cocaine problem

The city’s budget for cleaning up after the addicts has risen six-fold to reach €152,000 this year, outweighing public subsidies for NGOs dedicated to reducing risks for drug users.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Malaria back with a vengeance' in Zimbabwe as number of deaths from the disease triple

The cumulative malaria cases in Zimbabwe increased by 180% in the first four months of 2025, with malaria-related deaths rising by 218% from 45 to 143.
Public health
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

New York sues federal government over healthcare cuts | amNewYork

Letitia James stated that the new rule will disproportionately impact low-income and working-class people, whom the ACA is designed to help, creating significant barriers to healthcare access.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Mapped: The UK regions where smoking is most common after stark new figures released

A shocking new study reveals that smokers in Britain are consuming an estimated 28.6 billion cigarettes yearly, averaging 78 million cigarettes smoked each day. The study highlights a concerning trend in the smoking habits of British adults and indicates substantial consumption rates among daily smokers.
Public health
fromFast Company
6 days ago

There is a bizarre red-state quest to prevent community air quality monitoring

Robertson displays a flag reflecting daily air quality on her porch, helping residents understand pollution levels amid the numerous industrial plants in Sulphur, Louisiana.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Rosie O'Donnell saves choking woman (90) at Dublin restaurant: 'I'm good in a crisis but I'm a mess afterwards'

In a tense moment at a Dublin restaurant, comedian Rosie O'Donnell leapt to help a choking 90-year-old woman, utilizing her instincts and basic life-saving skills.
Humor
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

Thank the Supreme Court for the Evisceration of the Federal Workforce

The Trump administration has executed mass firings of federal workers based on arbitrary quotas and ideological mandates aimed at shrinking government, with little regard for efficiency or public need.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Drinking the night before a morning drive puts lives at risk, motorists warned

A new survey has revealed that over a fifth (21 percent) of motorists reported drinking alcohol after 10pm while needing to drive before 9am the next morning.
UK news
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Rat problems have residents up in arms, as City Council plans hearing

Councilor Erin Murphy expressed concern over the findings from Tufts University, emphasizing that leptospirosis poses a serious risk to various vulnerable groups, including those living on the street and sanitation workers.
Boston
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Rep. Garcia of Long Beach asks RFK Jr. to explain targeting of HIV/AIDS funding for cuts

Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Long Beach) is calling on Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to explain the Trump administration's cuts to HIV/AIDS programs, citing concerns over misinformation regarding the virus.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Fact check: Does sunscreen increase skin cancer risk? DW 07/17/2025

Claim: "It is an indisputable fact that the countries that use the most sunscreen, have the highest incidence of skin cancer... And the more sunscreen they use, the greater the prevalence."
Health
fromwww.berlin.de
1 week ago

Berlin's first Cooling Point opens

Berlin's first Cooling Point has opened in Mauerpark to provide relief from heat.
Germany news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

New Stanford study could help doctors address diabetes, prediabetes

The results could lead to better prevention, diagnoses and treatment of prediabetes, diabetes and other metabolic diseases that lower quality of life and raise health care costs.
Health
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

White House says U.S. fentanyl overdose programs will be funded 'in increments'

The federal money for the Overdose Data To Action program will be distributed in increments, raising concerns about the future of addiction services amid funding uncertainty.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Wyoming's mining advocates see profit and peril under Trump

"For generations, the United Mine Workers of America has fought to protect the health and safety of coal miners and all working people," union president Cecil Roberts said in a statement announcing a lawsuit against the cuts in May.
Public health
#child-health
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Remembering Robert Spear, Cal professor who spent decades combating flatworm disease in China

Robert C. Spear had a distinguished public health career at UC Berkeley that spanned over five decades, beginning in 1969 as a post-doc and leading to a professorship.
Public health
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Toddler Nicotine Poisonings Have Skyrocketed 763% In 3 Years

"Zyn's packaging is designed to be child resistant." Philip Morris made this statement in response to the significant increase in nicotine poisoning among children.
Public health
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Conversations Doctors Are Having About Vaccination Now

"Until recently, doubt about vaccines might have been seeded mainly by cautions from friends and family, or by unreliable information online. Now, though, doubt about vaccines has the weight of the federal government behind it."
Public health
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