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– The World Health Organization has called for stronger epidemiological surveillance after new Ebola clusters were detected in remote areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The agency warned that security and logistical challenges are limiting access to some
– St. George’s University has called for risk-based breast cancer screening across Africa after a study found that 21.9% of women diagnosed with the disease in five sub-Saharan African countries were under the age of 40. The university urged healthcare
– The World Health Organization has launched a five-year strategy to strengthen global outbreak detection. The plan aims for every country to detect and understand emerging health threats within 24 hours by 2030. WHO unveiled the strategy during the World
In its annual report, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has unveiled the ‘Dirty Dozen‘ list for 2024, spotlighting the twelve fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide residues. This list, established in 2004, serves as a critical resource for consumers concerned about
New Zealand is set to enforce a ban on disposable e-cigarettes, also known as vapes, alongside heightened penalties for vendors caught selling these products to minors. This announcement, made on Wednesday, underscores the government’s commitment to curbing underage smoking habits.
Intermittent fasting, a dietary trend gaining widespread popularity, faces scrutiny following a new study revealing potential risks to heart health. Presented at an American Heart Association meeting in Chicago, the study focused on time-restricted eating, where individuals consume all meals within an
In a concerning development, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has detected elevated levels of lead in six brands of ground cinnamon spice. This revelation comes months after the agency’s recall of lead-contaminated applesauce pouches last autumn. The FDA’s announcement on
In a recent report, the independent laboratory Valisure raised alarm bells, stating that high levels of benzene, a known carcinogen, can form in acne treatment products containing benzoyl peroxide. According to Valisure’s findings, benzene could form at levels exceeding 800 times the
A groundbreaking study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, reveals the remarkable effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in preventing tooth decay among elementary school students. This research underscores SDF’s potential to revolutionize cavity prevention and treatment programs, offering a cost-effective alternative to
