Public health

Public health

The Nipah virus is a highly pathogenic zoonotic virus causing death in 40 to 75 percent of human infected cases, first confirmed in a 52-year-old man in Kerala.

"I feel trapped working, but I can't stop working," Lydia says, sitting up to cuddle her basset hound, Brigette. Her husband, Bill, gives her a kiss but lets her be.

The evidence is clear: there is no safe level of sunbed use. Despite existing legislation, sunbeds are still being accessed by young people, putting them at serious risk of skin cancer.

Through interactive simulations and facilitated conversations between students and parents, my project hopes to address gaps in education, overcome language barriers, and foster open dialogue, offering a novel, community-rooted approach to reducing stigma and promoting reproductive health literacy.

A public health warning was issued for Organic Rancher brand ground beef sold in 27 states due to potential E. coli contamination, affecting packs labeled '85% lean, 15% fat' with 'use by' dates of June 19 and 20, 2025.

Agustin and Ricarda Toledo load empty water jugs onto their truck to refill them at a nearby water store, as their home’s clean water supply is insufficient.

The proposal, called the Encampment Abatement Policy, categorizes homeless camps on sidewalks as emergencies for immediate closure, without advance notice.

We really feel like we are in the fight of our life," said Stacy Cross, president and CEO Planned Parenthood Mar Monte. The organization is closing five health centers and cutting crucial services, impacting over 22,000 low-income patients.

Consumer experts Which? have stressed that the color of a child's swimsuit can significantly impact their visibility in water, potentially saving their life.

The charity's chief executive, Julie Bentley, explained that much of their fundraising income was being spent on maintaining physical branch locations instead of enhancing services.

The Static Safety Camera will be set up on the Crumlin Road, Dublin 12, and vehicles detected driving in excess of the posted speed limit will be subject to prosecution from 12pm.

I felt like my life was in danger. So, I got her down on the ground. It wasn't hard to do because I think she wasn't even expecting it.

The study focused on pulmonary macrophages, a type of immune cell in your lungs that normally clears out bacteria, toxins, and dead tissue. These cells are essential to your respiratory health because they keep inflammation in check and protect you from infection. Even short exposure causes major immune suppression.

A prolonged heatwave across northern Sweden has significantly worsened the health of elderly patients with chronic conditions, resulting in increased hospital admissions and dehydration issues.

Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been detected in a mosquito sample in Massachusetts for the first time this year, indicating potential health risks.

The new law requires that defibrillators be well-marked and accessible. School districts must train staff on how to use them, and develop a specific emergency plan.

To boost SEO and SERP rankings in this environment, a solid online reputation-fueled by strategic PR mentions-may now carry more weight than site traffic and backlinks.

The people who make Interior run are just a joy. Given my background in natural resources, in particular with wildlife, I just loved the mission.

Xuewu Liu, a Chinese inventor with no medical training, is charging cancer patients $20,000 for an AI-driven, unproven treatment involving toxic bleach injections.

One in eight women were victims of sexual assault, domestic abuse, or stalking in the last year, according to estimates from the Office for National Statistics.

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors decided to allocate the $810 million in revenue generated from Measure W, directly addressing homelessness and essential services.

"Under a new law that went into effect July 1, doctors in Florida can administer unapproved stem-cell therapies for wound care, pain management, or orthopedic purposes."

Every life lost from opioids is one too many," Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Jennifer Chevinsky said in the release.

During the 2024 search, authorities found videos showing children 'as young as approximately one years old being sexually abused in various ways,' including rape and sodomy.

Yessenia Estrada, a 35-year-old resident of San Jose, pleaded guilty to arson and involuntary manslaughter for setting fire to a commercial building that killed a tenant who was inside on July 13, 2025.

The National Transportation Safety Board has called on federal regulators to develop anti-distraction guidelines, recommending that manufacturers set 'do not disturb while driving' modes as defaults on all devices.

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.

A comprehensive genomic analysis of the Plasmodium falciparum, the most lethal malaria parasite, has identified potential new targets for the development of more effective drug therapies.

Jackson South Medical Center's newly renovated catheterization lab will enhance the treatment of heart and vascular conditions, addressing the increasing demand for specialized cardiac care.

Families affected by sodium valproate use during pregnancy are calling for a long-awaited inquiry to uncover who knew about the drug's risks and when.

Colon cancer is the second-deadliest cancer in America, largely due to inadequate screening, with only 1 in 5 adults aged 45-49 up to date on checks.