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Pakistan expands HIV curbs with syringe ban, screening of deportees

Pakistan expands HIV curbs with syringe ban, screening of deportees

The Pakistani government has introduced stricter public health mandates, including a comprehensive syringe ban and new border screening protocols, to address the challenge of HIV transmission.

Health ·10 Jul 2026, 12:33 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DRC Ebola response hit by arson attacks

DRC Ebola response hit by arson attacks

Arson attacks and mistrust of health protocols are hindering Ebola containment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The WHO has raised the risk level to very high.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo Ebola death toll hits 600 amid health worker protests

DR Congo Ebola death toll hits 600 amid health worker protests

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 600 deaths, with containment efforts struggling due to staff strikes and poor access.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 05:31 ·Lina Park 4 min read
DR Congo: Ebola continues to spread, death toll passes 500

DR Congo: Ebola continues to spread, death toll passes 500

As the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak spreads in the DRC, health authorities and humanitarian agencies are working to provide care amid regional conflict.

Health ·8 Jul 2026, 09:01 ·Lina Park 3 min read
The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says

The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says

Global health experts warn that climate change and urbanization make future outbreaks inevitable, while funding cuts and public fatigue hinder preparedness.

Health ·8 Jul 2026, 08:04 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Ebola outbreak spreads in DR Congo as confirmed cases surpass 800

Ebola outbreak spreads in DR Congo as confirmed cases surpass 800

Health officials report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is expanding due to population movement and a lack of approved vaccines.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 22:03 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Rising popularity of unregulated peptides poses significant health risks

Rising popularity of unregulated peptides poses significant health risks

Health experts warn that many synthetic peptides marketed online for weight loss and muscle growth lack regulatory approval and safety testing.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 09:04 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Men More Likely Than Women for Late-stage Cancer Diagnoses

Men More Likely Than Women for Late-stage Cancer Diagnoses

A study of 2.4 million cancer cases shows that men are more often diagnosed at advanced stages than women. Experts suggest this gap may relate to healthcare engagement.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 18:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals

Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals

Sri Lanka is grappling with a sharp increase in dengue infections as hospitals in the Western Province reach maximum capacity. Health authorities are pivoting to proactive vector control as monsoon rains fuel the rapid spread of the virus.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 12:02 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Extreme heat waves prompt health experts to issue essential cooling tips

Extreme heat waves prompt health experts to issue essential cooling tips

As extreme heat becomes a leading cause of weather-related fatalities, experts recommend specific hydration, scheduling, and cooling methods to stay safe.

News ·5 Jul 2026, 15:35 ·Mara Ionescu 3 min read
Measles death toll rises to 738 as 7 more children die in 24hrs

Measles death toll rises to 738 as 7 more children die in 24hrs

The measles crisis in Bangladesh has intensified as health authorities report 7 new child deaths, pushing the national death toll to 738. Officials continue to manage a high volume of new infections and pediatric hospital admissions.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 14:39 ·Lina Park 3 min read
NYC health officials investigate cluster of 14 Legionnaires' disease cases

NYC health officials investigate cluster of 14 Legionnaires' disease cases

The New York City Department of Health is currently investigating a cluster of 14 cases of Legionnaires' disease in the Upper East Side neighborhoods.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Lina Park 3 min read
WHO launches global database on sexually transmitted infection prevalence

WHO launches global database on sexually transmitted infection prevalence

The World Health Organization has launched the STI Prevalence Atlas, an open-access repository consolidating research on five sexually transmitted infections. The platform aims to provide standardized data to help policymakers design targeted prevention strategies and monitor transmission.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 21:34 ·Lina Park 4 min read
DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached 1,502, creating a public health crisis across the nation's eastern provinces. Medical authorities face significant containment hurdles as the virus spreads through areas affected by conflict.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Hantavirus outbreak on M/V Hondius cruise ship causes 13 cases and 3 deaths

Hantavirus outbreak on M/V Hondius cruise ship causes 13 cases and 3 deaths

The World Health Organization has officially ended the outbreak of the Andes virus aboard the M/V Hondius cruise ship. The event resulted in 13 total cases and three deaths.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo Ebola outbreak kills 438 as virus spreads to new provinces

DR Congo Ebola outbreak kills 438 as virus spreads to new provinces

A widening Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached 1,406 cases, spreading from Ituri province to urban hubs like Kisangani.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 00:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
CDC investigates 145 cases of Cyclospora parasite infection across 17 states

CDC investigates 145 cases of Cyclospora parasite infection across 17 states

Federal health officials are tracking a surge in Cyclospora infections linked to contaminated produce, with localized clusters emerging in Michigan.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 20:33 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments

DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments

Health authorities have launched the PARTNERS clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo to evaluate monoclonal antibodies and remdesivir. The study aims to determine the efficacy of these treatments against the rare Bundibugyo Ebola virus strain.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 17:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Prolonged sitting of over 30 minutes increases cancer death risk

Prolonged sitting of over 30 minutes increases cancer death risk

Recent studies suggest that how sedentary time is accumulated significantly impacts health outcomes. Breaking up prolonged sitting can improve metabolic markers.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 12:34 ·Lina Park 4 min read
US death rate hits record low as life expectancy reaches new peak

US death rate hits record low as life expectancy reaches new peak

The United States recorded its lowest death rate since federal tracking began, with a decline in mortality observed across all age groups. While life expectancy has reached a new record, public health experts continue to monitor long-term risks like cardiometabolic health.

Health ·2 Jul 2026, 22:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read