public health
DR Congo Ebola outbreak kills 2,325 to become deadliest in country's history
The current epidemic is spreading faster than previous outbreaks, with fatality rates surging as weak infrastructure and community resistance delay case detection.
DRC Ebola outbreak largest on record, warns WHO
A lack of vaccines for the Bundibugyo strain and widespread fear of isolation have caused prenatal clinic visits to plummet as maternal deaths nearly double in Ituri province.
4th person dies from Legionnaires' disease in New York City: Health officials
New York City health officials have confirmed a fourth fatality linked to an Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster as remediation efforts continue.
UNICEF scales up emergency response as Ebola spreads in DR Congo camps
Overcrowding in displacement camps in Ituri has increased Ebola transmission risks, while maternal mortality rates have doubled amid a collapse in healthcare.
Egypt sugary drink tax could save $1.8 billion in healthcare costs
A modelling study indicates that a 20 percent tax on sugary drinks could prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of obesity and diabetes in Egypt over 25 years. This measure is positioned as a cost-effective strategy to address the rising burden of non-communicable diseases.
FDA retracts false positive cyclospora test result for Taylor Farms lettuce
Federal health officials retracted a laboratory finding that linked Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. Despite the correction, the company's voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce remains in effect.
Michigan air quality slowly improves despite lingering wildfire smoke
While Michigan's air quality levels are beginning to shift from the hazardous levels of last week, smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to impact the state.
At least 930 people have died in Congo’s Ebola outbreak
The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 930 fatalities, marking the fastest-growing outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain on record. Conflict and security concerns continue to hinder containment efforts across five provinces.
Congo Ebola response hindered by violent attacks on medical facilities
Escalating violence against health workers and medical facilities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is threatening efforts to contain an Ebola outbreak. The response is further strained by community mistrust, staff strikes, and regional instability.
Metabolic syndrome study links health risk factors to accelerated brain ageing
A study of 27,375 participants reveals that metabolic syndrome markers are linked to accelerated brain ageing, with severity increasing per component.
Adverse neighborhood conditions in early adulthood predict future heart risk
A study reveals that environmental factors exert a cumulative influence on the cardiovascular system, as measured by coronary artery calcification. Experts suggest these neighborhood social determinants are as predictive of future health as personal health history.
Niger State reports child death from mysterious illness
Health authorities in Niger State are investigating a fatal illness in a household where children had partial immunization. Diphtheria is among the possible causes being considered.
ECDC reports rise in drug-resistant gonorrhoea across Europe
Health authorities are tracking a rise in locally acquired, antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea cases across the European Union. New data highlights the declining effectiveness of standard ceftriaxone treatments.
Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented, delayed: WHO
Updated WHO guidelines shift the perception of dementia from an inevitable consequence of aging to a manageable public health priority.
UN warns transport of Ebola bodies within Congo risks further virus spread
The transport of deceased Ebola patients across the Democratic Republic of Congo complicates containment efforts, as traditional rites drive transmission. Officials are now mandating that specialized teams perform burials to prevent further spread of the virus.
Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented or delayed — WHO
The World Health Organization has updated its international guidelines, identifying 14 modifiable risk factors that influence the development of dementia. These findings provide a framework for public health policy and individual cognitive health management.
AMC Stands with Shamattawa First Nation Following State of Emergency
Shamattawa First Nation has declared a state of emergency as it battles a hepatitis A outbreak that has strained the community's limited resources. The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is calling for urgent federal and provincial cooperation to provide medical support and infrastructure improvements.
Ebola patients flee DR Congo hospitals following violent attacks
Violent disruptions at medical centers in northeastern DR Congo have forced patients to flee, hampering containment efforts for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.
Sri Lanka deploys military to combat escalating dengue fever outbreak
Sri Lanka has deployed military personnel to assist in an urgent anti-dengue campaign following a surge of 68,672 infections and 49 confirmed deaths.
Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented or delayed: WHO
The World Health Organization has released updated guidelines identifying modifiable health and lifestyle factors that can prevent or delay dementia. Researchers are also exploring new diagnostic blood tests and experimental drug therapies to address cognitive decline.