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In response to the current outbreak of Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus occurring in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with cases also reported in Uganda, WHO convened several of its expert and advisory…
To the people of DRC, especially to the people of Ituri Jambo kwenu wakahaji wa Ituri Mbote na bino, bato ya Ituri My name is Tedros, and I am the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO). But today, I am…
The Committee’s advice aligned with the determination by the WHO Director-General that the event constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), but does not meet the criteria for pandemic…
Following the publication of the IOC Policy on the Protection of the Female (Women’s) Category in Olympic Sport and Guiding ...
Zurich studied six markets, including Australia, Malaysia and the UK. Mental health conditions are becoming a growing risk for ...
Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Deep infections around tooth roots can create chronic inflammation that spreads through the body and may interfere…
One of the many landmark provisions of the Affordable Care Act was its emphasis on covering mental and behavioral health issues.
Ultra-processed foods may be doing far more damage than many people realize. A major new European cardiology report warns that people who eat the most ultra-processed foods face significantly higher risks of heart…
MONTREAL, May 5, 2026 /CNW/ - Expanding access to employer‑funded virtual mental health care could reduce the economic impact ...
Glens Falls “man in black” sparks social media debate over suspicious behavior For the past two weeks, photos and videos of a ...
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) calls on federal government to renew $5 billion mental health funding to prevent ...
Research finds that one-time use of a free online tool can positively support young people's mental health and well-being.
A routine blood marker tied to inflammation may reveal Alzheimer’s risk years in advance. Scientists found that higher neutrophil levels—part of the body’s first immune response—were linked to a greater chance of…
Sitting all day might not be as damaging as once feared—if you’re willing to move more. A massive study tracking over 72,000 people found that simply increasing daily steps can significantly reduce the risk of death and…
A woman with type 1 diabetes says she was left feeling as though her two young daughters "would be fine if they didn't have me ...
New research suggests that aiming for a lower blood pressure target may deliver bigger heart health benefits than previously thought. Using large datasets and simulation models, scientists found that keeping systolic…
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New research reveals that obesity affects men and women in surprisingly different ways. Men are more likely to develop harmful abdominal fat and signs of liver stress, while women show higher inflammation and cholesterol…
LAKECONTY— The Lake County Board of Supervisors revealed that statewide reductions could amount to $120 billion in behavioral ...
A new study suggests that one of the most widely used health metrics, BMI, may be getting it wrong for a large portion of the population. By comparing BMI classifications with precise body fat measurements using advanced…
In an effort to increase access to evidence-based interventions to help manage anxiety and depression, Mass General Brigham ...
Salt substitutes offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce sodium intake and improve blood pressure, yet very few Americans actually use them—even among those who need them most. A large national analysis spanning nearly…
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The Tamil Nadu government issued a mental health policy for educational institutions earlier this month. Among others, it ...
A Yale study found that lowering parent stress can help protect young children from obesity. When parents practiced mindfulness and stress-management skills, their kids showed healthier eating patterns and avoided the…
Alsan is the director of the Health Inequality Lab and the Annie and Ned Lamont professor of international studies in the ...
President and CEO Harsh Trivedi says growing demand requires health systems to balance community care with a mission-driven ...
Let's be honest, over the past few years, conversations around mental health have become more open. Companies talk about it ...
Heart disease is on track to tighten its grip on American women. New projections from the American Heart Association warn that over the next 25 years, cardiovascular disease will rise sharply, driven largely by a surge…
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