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WHO may declare new, deadlier mpox outbreak an international emergency

The World Health Organization will soon convene a committee to decide if the ongoing mpox outbreak constitutes a "public health emergency of international concern."

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Ethnicity, race and health equity: 3 lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the critical need for robust and equitable public health systems in Canada that address the population’s diverse needs. One of the most glaring issues during the pandemic was the lack of standardized definitions and consistent data collection methods regarding ethnicity and race within the health…

The Conversation

Exclude drinks industry from alcohol policy planning, UK campaigners urge

Drinks business accused of ‘interfering’ with past efforts to reduce harms as alcohol deaths hit record high

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Overview of hepatitis types (A, B, C, D, and E) and their prevalence in India

Hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver, is caused by various viruses, with Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E being the most common types. Each type differs in its transmission mode, severity, and prevalence. In India, hepatitis poses a significant public health challenge due to its widespread occurrence and impact…

The Times of India

Study finds strains of tuberculosis that are most infectious

According to a recent study evaluating how various strains migrate across mixed populations in cosmopolitan cities, the chances of an exposed person becoming infected with TB vary depending on whether the human and the bacterium share a hometown. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Paris 2024 Must Leave A Transformative Public Health Legacy In France And Beyond

After much anticipation, the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are now underway, with the first competitions on 24 July followed two days later by the groundbreaking opening ceremony on the River Seine.

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Heat deaths of people without air conditioning, often in mobile homes, underscore energy inequity

Advocates say air conditioning is no longer a luxury but a public health and affordability issue

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Study Reveals Rising Cancer Rates Among Young Adults

Study in The Lancet Public Health reveals rising cancer rates among younger generations in the US, with 17 types more prevalent in Generation X and millenn...

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Massachusetts governor says Steward Health Care must give 120-day notice before closing hospitals

Gov. Maura Healey says she is pressing Steward Health Care to adhere to a state Department of Public Health regulation that hospital owners must give 120 days notice before any medical facility can close in Massachusetts

The Independent UK

Changes to U.S. dog import regulations: What they are and why they matter for dogs and for people

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is implementing new border rules for dogs entering the United States as of Aug. 1. However, the new rules going into effect are not as onerous as the ones originally planned.

The Conversation

A killer cycle is taxing the public health system

'Waiting lists to see a specialist are six months'.

Newcastle Herald

Ozempic or Wegovy can be a godsend, but their non-medical use is alarming

Semaglutides are powerful drugs that carry risks, not tools for rapid weight loss, says professor of public health Devi Sridhar

The Guardian - UK

Hepatitis B and C: Understanding these silent epidemics

Hepatitis B and C are often referred to as silent epidemics due to their ability to remain asymptomatic for long periods while causing significant liver damage. Both viruses are major global health concerns, with millions of people affected worldwide. In India, these infections pose a substantial public health challenge, given…

The Times of India

Climate change's impact on hunger

"Hunger and food insecurity are no longer merely benchmarks of public health. They are symptoms of a warming world"

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What The Legacy Of Nutrition Facts Labels Can Tell Us About The Food We Eat

The history of the Nutrition Facts label shows us how we got to this somewhat confusing, but helpful, set of facts printed on our food stuffs.

Radio France Internationale

Turkey's plan to cull street dogs provokes fury across political lines

A new law that threatens to cull millions of street dogs in Turkey has sparked nationwide anger. While President Recep Tayyip Erdogan insists the strays are a public health risk, critics say the move is an attempt to distract from bigger problems.

The Times of India

World Hepatitis Day 2024: All about viral hepatitis and preventive measures to stop its transmission

Viral hepatitis, a silent killer, is a significant public health concern worldwide. It is an inflammation of the liver caused by various viruses, primarily classified into five types: A, B, C, D, and E. These viruses differ in their modes of transmission, symptoms, and long-term effects.

The Guardian - UK

Extreme heat poses ‘real risk’ to Spain’s mass tourism industry

Public health adviser says higher temperatures caused by climate crisis pose danger for visitors not used to them

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NSW EPA investigates consultant accused of faking contamination reports on childcare centre sites

More than 30 councils relied on reports during development approval process for 135 sites but EPA says no immediate risks to public health identified

The Conversation

Drone food delivery is spreading across Australia. Research suggests we will eat more junk food as a result

Last week, a drone delivery company called Wing (owned by Google’s parent company, Alphabet) started operating in Melbourne. Some 250,000 residents in parts of the city’s eastern suburbs can now order food from cafes and restaurants via the DoorDash app and have it brought to them in minutes by a…

The Conversation

Older people’s risk of abuse is rising. Can an ad campaign protect them?

Elder abuse is an emerging public health and safety issue for communities of high-income countries.

The Conversation

For our own good: how the psychology of ‘nudging’ pushes us to make healthier choices – and raises ethical dilemmas

On 13 May 2021 Bill de Blasio, then mayor of New York City, held an online press conference where he announced an intriguing agreement between the city and Shake Shack, a local chain of burger restaurants. The aim was to get New Yorkers vaccinated against Covid-19 – each vaccinated individual…

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Record Heat Deaths In Arizona's Maricopa County

Maricopa County in Arizona grapples with rising heat-related deaths, prompting urgent public health actions.

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Four years after COVID-19, CDC’s mission divides Capitol Hill - Roll Call

The focus on the CDC reflects a broader Republican scrutiny of public health agencies in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Conversation

Vaping and mental health are closely linked. That can make quitting even harder

Vaping is in your news feed for its regulation, impact on public health and effects on young people.

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