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To boost the nation’s health, the government’s proposed food strategy must put people over profits

On election night, a triumphant Anthony Albanese took to the stage brandishing a Medicare card as a symbol of the nation’s commitment to public healthcare.

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Florida becomes second state to ban adding fluoride to drinking water

Law goes against concerns of public health experts but aligns with Robert F Kennedy Jr’s views

The Guardian - US

How a toxic seaweed choking Caribbean beaches could become a valuable resource

Each year, between March and October, large amounts of brown seaweed called sargassum wash up on the shores of Caribbean islands – choking beaches, damaging marine life and threatening tourism and public health. But a number of local entrepreneurs are hoping the seaweed could create an economic opportunity.

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Trump Admin Axes Safeguards Against 'Forever Chemicals' In Drinking Water

President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday moved to scrap limits on several toxic "forever chemicals" in drinking water, reversing what had been hailed as a landmark public health victory.

International Business Times

Why Did RFK JR Go Swimming In Rock Creek Brimming With Fecael Contamination and E. Coli?

RFK Jr. swam in Washington D.C.'s polluted Rock Creek with his grandchildren, drawing backlash for ignoring health warnings. Critics say it undermines public trust; his team claims it was an environmental statement.

International Business Times UK

Cryptosporidium outbreak at Cowbridge farm reaches 81 cases

Public health officials urge farm visitors to wash hands after petting animals as more cases linked to animal feeding sessions emerge.

Evening Standard

RFK Jr. Says 'I Don't Think People Should Take Medical Advice From Me' After Being Asked Whether He'd Vaccinate His Children For Measles

HHS Secretary sidesteps direct question on childhood vaccinations, sparking backlash over mixed messaging and public health leadership.

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Critic of Covid boosters set to enact tough agenda as top US vaccines official

Vinay Prasad, outspoken critic of pharmaceutical industry and of his peers in public health, to take over CBER

The Guardian - US

UK high streets falling ‘short of mark’ promoting health and well-being – report

The Royal Society for Public Health found that 53% of the public said their local high street did not have enough shops selling healthy food.

Evening Standard

Can AI help prevent suicide? How real-time monitoring may be the next big step in mental health care

Suicide represents one of the most complex and heartbreaking challenges in public health. One major difficulty in preventing suicide is knowing when someone is struggling.

The Conversation

10 Ways to Crush Medical Debt Without Destroying Your Life

Medical debt can be crushing. In fact, 58.5% of respondents to a 2019 study published in the American Journal of Public Health said medical expenses contributed to their bankruptcy. Don’t let medical debt destroy your life. Here are 10 ways to reduce your debt and work on repayment without losing…

Beating Broke

Smokefree 2025 goal all but up in smoke

Today from The Detail: More than 80,000 Kiwi smokers need to quit before the end of the year to meet the Smokefree 2025 goal, but a public health professor says there's no chance.

Newsroom.co.nz

Marketing unhealthy food as good for kids is fuelling obesity in South Africa: how to curb it

Childhood overweight and obesity are a growing public health challenge in South Africa. In 2016, 13% of the country’s children were reported to be obese. This is predicted to double by 2030.

The Conversation

Four-year-old boy sent to hospital as 74 ill after petting farm trip

Public Health Wales said the cryptosporidium outbreak had left 16 people in hospital

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Trump health cuts create ‘real danger’ around disease outbreaks, workers warn

Key programs from child-support services to HIV treatment also gutted, leaving global populations vulnerable

The Independent UK

Should I worry about measles outbreaks if I’m vaccinated? Your measles questions answered

Over 1,000 cases of the deadly virus have taken hold in 31 U.S. states and it is now surging in Canada and Mexico, spurred by a lack of vaccinations. Madeline Sherratt answers your burning questions

International Business Times

Bill Gates Speeds Up Giving Away Fortune, Blasts Musk

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates announced Thursday an accelerated timeframe for giving away his fortune as he touted artificial intelligence as a game-changer to boost public health and save lives globally.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Casey Means? Influencer Is Trump Pick For New Surgeon General - Why Is She Controversial?

Questions arise over her lack of traditional public health experience and her views on medicine and nutrition

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The Conversation

Why south-east Asia must lead the fight against neglected tropical diseases

Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a persistent public health threat, and tackling them is not just a moral obligation, but a smart investment.

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The environmental, social and public health toll of Europe’s factory farming dependency

The crisis sparked by the Trump administration’s tariff policy has forced the world to consider which industries will be hardest hit by future levies on imports and exports.

The Conversation

Contaminated milk from one plant in Illinois sickened thousands with ‘Salmonella’ in 1985 − as outbreaks rise in the US, lessons from this one remain true

In 1985, contaminated milk in Illinois led to a Salmonella outbreak that infected hundreds of thousands of people across the United States and caused at least 12 deaths. At the time, it was the largest single outbreak of foodborne illness in the U.S. and remains the worst outbreak of Salmonella…

Radio France Internationale

Opioid crisis explodes in Ghana as young people fall victim to ‘Red’

An alarming surge in opioid abuse among Ghana’s youth is raising red flags for health authorities, as addiction to these powerful painkillers spirals into a growing public health crisis.

The Conversation

Teachers and librarians are among those least likely to die by suicide − public health researchers offer insights on what this means for other professions

Where you work affects your risk of dying by suicide. For example, loggers, musicians and workers in the oil and gas industries have much higher rates of suicide than the rest of the population.

The Conversation

Wildfire smoke and extreme heat can occur together: Preparing for the combined health effects of a hot, smoky future

In recent years, Canadians have been subjected to both severe wildfire smoke and extreme heat events, as evidenced by the record-breaking 2023 wildfire season and the 2021 heat dome. Western Canada in particular has a long history of wildfires and heat waves, and with climate change, communities have experienced an…

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At HHS, proposed cuts to medical research and public health programs - Roll Call

The White House on Friday proposed a fiscal 2026 HHS budget that backs the “Make America Healthy Again” agenda of President Donald Trump.

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