Argentina's Arsenic Water Crisis Poisons Rural Families
In Argentina's arid north, families like the Bustamantes drink water with arsenic 60 times safe limits, causing bone pain and cancer. Discover the human cost of this public health emergency.
Category : Health Policy
Life-saving dog honoured at Heart Hero Awards 2025
Golden retriever Polly wins Bark Hero Award after waking owner during husband's cardiac arrest. British Heart Foundation celebrates extraordinary lifesavers in emotional ceremony.
EU Parliament Votes for Social Media Under-16s Ban
The European Parliament has called for a ban on social media for children under 16 to combat mental health risks from addictive platforms. Discover the details.
Quiet Divorce: Couples Emotionally Check Out of Marriage
Discover why more couples are choosing 'quiet divorce' - emotionally disengaging from marriage while staying together. Learn the reasons behind this trend and its potential impacts.
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Australia bans high-dose vitamin B6 supplements
Australia's drug regulator is removing high-dose vitamin B6 supplements from general sale after 250 reports of nerve damage. Learn about the risks and new rules taking effect in 2027.
Sugar Tax Extended to Cover Milkshakes and Lattes
The UK government announces milkshakes will no longer be exempt from the sugar tax as part of strengthened measures to tackle childhood obesity. Learn how this affects your favourite drinks.
Sugar tax extended to milkshakes and lattes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces the soft drinks levy will expand to include milkshakes and milk substitutes to tackle childhood obesity. Read the latest.
Stopping Mounjaro reverses weight loss and health gains
New research reveals discontinuing the weight-loss jab Mounjaro leads to significant weight regain and a reversal of cardiometabolic benefits. Learn why long-term treatment may be crucial.
FDA menopause hormone therapy decision sparks backlash
US FDA removes black-box warnings from menopause hormone therapy amid scientific criticism. Experts question evidence behind claims of dementia prevention and longevity benefits.
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First human death from novel H5N5 bird flu strain
Washington man dies from H5N5 bird flu strain never before seen in humans. Health officials confirm low public risk. Learn symptoms and prevention measures.
Labour MPs reject Streeting's NHS private finance plans
Labour MPs are urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to abandon private finance initiatives for NHS buildings, warning it could harm patient care. Discover the alternatives proposed.
Shocking Survey Reveals Scale of Youth Harassment
Groundbreaking NSW survey exposes alarming rates of sexual harassment among young men. Government pledges urgent action to address toxic masculinity crisis. Read the full findings.
JFK's Granddaughter Blasts Cousin RFK Jr Over Cancer
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, shares her terminal cancer journey and criticises cousin RFK Jr's health policies in a powerful New Yorker essay. Read her story.
Corby families seek truth about cancer and toxic waste
After her son's leukaemia diagnosis, Alison Gaffney leads 130 Corby families demanding answers about toxic waste from the former steelworks. Public health analysis due this month.
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Dog stress signs surge as UK workers return to office
Blue Cross warns of rising dog stress as workers leave pets home alone. Learn key stress signs and how to help your anxious dog. Protect your pet's wellbeing today.
Weird lunchbox kids vindicated by UPF health risks
Children mocked for homemade lunches in the 90s now see their mothers validated as research reveals ultra-processed foods' severe health consequences. Discover why cooking from scratch matters.
Global Fund faces $6.7bn shortfall threatening disease control
The Global Fund to Fight Aids, TB and Malaria faces a critical $6.7bn funding gap as key donors reduce pledges. This threatens decades of progress against deadly diseases. Urgent action needed.
First human death from rare H5N5 bird flu recorded
A Washington state man becomes first known human to die from rare H5N5 bird flu strain. Health officials confirm low public risk and no human transmission.
Crucial symptom distinguishes Covid from cold and flu
Discover the crucial symptom that helps differentiate Covid-19 from common colds and flu. Learn to identify key signs and when to seek medical attention.
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Trump's Healthcare Cuts Force Clinic Closures Nationwide
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has led to widespread clinic closures and left an estimated 10 million Americans uninsured. Share your story on how these healthcare cuts are affecting you.
US Healthcare Crisis: Trump Cuts Force Clinic Closures
Hospitals and family planning clinics across America are shutting down due to Trump's healthcare legislation, leaving millions without vital medical services. Discover the devastating impact.
NZ bans new puberty blocker prescriptions for trans youth
New Zealand halts new puberty blocker prescriptions for gender-diverse youth, citing evidence concerns. Critics warn of devastating mental health impacts. Learn more about the policy change.
Broadcaster's Secret to Avoiding Winter Colds Revealed
Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles shares the extreme cold prevention regime he learned from a mezzo-soprano that kept him sniffle-free all winter. Discover how to fight the common cold effectively.
WHO cuts 2,371 jobs, experts warn of global risk
The World Health Organization is cutting nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026. Experts warn this will severely impact global disease response and leave the world less safe. Read the full analysis.
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FDA-Banned Pain Supplement Still Sold in San Francisco
San Francisco's Latino community faces health risks from Artri Ajo King, a supplement containing hidden steroids despite FDA warnings. Learn about the dangers and alternatives.
Australia's UPF diet driving chronic disease epidemic
Nearly half of the average Australian diet consists of ultra-processed foods, driving an escalating burden of chronic diseases like obesity and diabetes. Learn why experts say the country has fallen behind.
Government launches new men's health strategy
The UK government unveils a landmark men's health strategy focusing on suicide prevention, addiction, and prostate cancer, backed by the Premier League. A turning point for men's wellbeing.
Ultra-Processed Foods Harm Every Major Organ System
World's largest scientific review links UPFs to over 12 health conditions. Discover the risks and urgent calls for policy action to protect public health.
UPFs Drive Chronic Disease Crisis in Australia
Major Lancet report reveals Australia's high ultra-processed food consumption is driving chronic diseases. Urgent policy action needed to address this public health emergency.
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Grandmother chokes to death on steak in Spain
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