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Finnish health body calls for ban on energy drinks for under-18s
The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare urged lawmakers on Thursday to prohibit energy drink sales to individuals under 18, citing new data showing nearly 70% of adolescents consume the beverages regularly and warning that dependency is displacing proper nutrition and disrupting sleep cycles.
04 June 2026
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DR Congo rules out school closures despite Ebola deaths
Health Minister Roger Kamba said the government will implement preventive measures in eastern provinces rather than shut down educational facilities, voicing concern over five student fatalities while appealing to families to avoid home treatment and seek immediate medical care for suspected cases.
30 May 2026
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England's resident doctors to stage 16th strike since 2023
The British Medical Association announced Wednesday that England's resident doctors will stage a four-day walkout from June 15 to June 19, saying weeks of talks with Health Secretary James Murray had failed to produce meaningful change on pay restoration or training capacity.
28 May 2026
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Ebola facility attack in eastern Congo leaves 13 patients missing
Local residents attacked an Ebola treatment facility in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday, leaving 13 suspected patients missing and unaccounted for, according to local media reports, as tensions between health workers and communities continue to escalate over restrictive burial protocols.
25 May 2026
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DR Congo confirms over 100 Ebola cases as infections surge
The Democratic Republic of Congo confirmed on Sunday that Ebola cases have surpassed 100 across three provinces since the outbreak began on May 15, as health authorities suspended social activities in the epicenter and neighboring nations imposed travel restrictions to prevent cross-border transmission.
25 May 2026
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EU says Ebola risk remains ‘very low’ despite Africa outbreak concerns
The European Commission announced that the risk of Ebola infection in the EU remains “very low,” even for travelers to affected regions in Africa. The EU is closely coordinating with WHO and regional countries. The Health Security Committee met Wednesday to assess the situation. Nearly 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths have been reported in the DRC and Uganda.
20 May 2026
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Climate experts press WHO for global health emergency move
A European climate and health commission has urged the World Health Organization to officially classify climate change as a global public health emergency, warning that governments continue to underestimate the growing risks linked to extreme weather, food insecurity and pressure on healthcare systems across Europe and beyond.
18 May 2026
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Australia quarantines 6 cruise passengers over hantavirus risk
Six people who traveled on a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak have been placed in quarantine in Australia after arriving on a repatriation flight from the Netherlands. They tested negative before departure and remain in good health but will undergo a three-week quarantine.
15 May 2026
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French evacuee from virus-hit cruise ship shows symptoms
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said one of five nationals evacuated from the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius developed symptoms during Sunday's repatriation flight from the Canary Islands, with authorities placing all passengers under strict isolation to protect the general population.
11 May 2026
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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship reaches Tenerife as evacuation begins
The cruise ship MV Hondius reached waters off Tenerife early Sunday with 150 people on board following a deadly hantavirus outbreak that killed three passengers, as authorities prepared a large-scale medical evacuation and repatriation operation for multiple nationalities.
10 May 2026
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European Commission delays chemical ban despite 100,000 tons pollution
Environmental organizations accuse the European Commission of obstructing its own 2022 chemicals roadmap, citing unlawful delays that have generated nearly 100,000 tonnes of toxic pollution. A comprehensive review reveals regulatory paralysis on hazardous substances including lead ammunition and carcinogenic childcare products, with deadlines missed by up to 47 months, undermining Brussels' commitment to public health and environmental protection across member states.
26 April 2026
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Bangladesh measles outbreak kills over 110 children, emergency vaccination launched
A suspected measles outbreak in Bangladesh has killed at least 130 children over the past six weeks, including 113 suspected and 17 confirmed deaths. Authorities launched an emergency nationwide vaccination campaign Sunday targeting 1.3 million children in high-risk communities across 18 districts.
06 April 2026
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White hydrogen discovery could revolutionize global energy landscape
Scientists have identified vast deposits of naturally occurring white hydrogen within the Earth's crust that could meet global energy demand for centuries. Unlike manufactured hydrogen, which requires fossil fuels or expensive electrolysis, this geological hydrogen forms through ancient reactions between iron-rich rock and water, offering a potentially cheaper and cleaner alternative for decarbonizing heavy industries.
15 March 2026
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Cholera outbreak intensifies in Mozambique, killing 12 in a day
Mozambique faces a severe escalation in its cholera outbreak, with health authorities reporting 12 deaths within 24 hours. The central Tete Province has emerged as the epicenter, accounting for most new cases. The crisis unfolds amid devastating floods that have displaced millions, complicating public health response efforts.
01 February 2026
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Survey: 32% of Israelis need mental health support after two-year war
A new survey by a major Israeli healthcare provider found that 32% of the population requires psychological support, the highest rate recorded since tracking began. Among military personnel who served in the past year, 39% reported needing mental health care.
01 January 2026
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French agency finds no proven cancer link to mobile phone use
France's national health safety agency ANSES has concluded that current scientific evidence does not establish a causal relationship between mobile phone use and cancer. After reviewing hundreds of studies, the agency found no conclusive proof of cancer risks but continues to recommend precautionary measures, particularly for children who face increasing exposure to radiofrequency waves.
26 November 2025
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Blood clotting dysfunction identified as key factor in long COVID
A new study reveals long COVID patients exhibit abnormal blood clotting patterns involving microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps that may explain persistent symptoms. Researchers found these biological markers significantly elevated in patients, potentially driving inflammation and common complaints like fatigue and cognitive issues through impaired blood flow.
17 November 2025
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UN launches vaccination campaign for 44,000 children in Gaza
United Nations agencies have initiated a comprehensive vaccination campaign targeting 44,000 children in Gaza who missed routine immunizations during the recent conflict. The first of three rounds begins Sunday and will deliver essential vaccines across nearly 160 health facilities and mobile clinics throughout the territory.
06 November 2025
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Headache disorders affect over 2.8 billion people globally: study
A new international study reveals that headache disorders affect more than one-third of the global population, with 2.8 billion people worldwide living with these conditions. Researchers warn that modern lifestyle factors and limited healthcare access require greater public health attention.
04 November 2025
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