Australian-first women's pain standard for healthcare An Australian-first standard for women's pain has been announced in one state to ensure public health professionals take women more seriously in treating pain. AAP · Sep 13
Leaders of BRICS countries call for stronger cooperation in health, endorse initiatives on tuberculosis BRICS leaders agreed to strengthen health cooperation and share best practices. They endorsed initiatives focusing on tuberculosis and digital healthcare systems. Leaders also supported efforts for healthy lifestyles and mental well-being programs. Pandemic preparedness and response capacities were emphasized by the group. Cooperation on traditional medicine and health workforce development… The Economic Times · Sep 12
Health misinfo at school Health officials and experts worry declining vaccination rates will lead to more preventable infections in kids Salon · Sep 12
India's ABC Programme Promises to Control Stray Dog Populations, Here Is Where Sterilisation Fails What the ABC Programme Actually MandatesThe Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, first notified in 2001 and significantly revised in 2023, require every municipal body in India to sterilise and vaccinate free-roaming dogs, return them to their original location, and maintain ward-level records. The programme does not permit culling, the Supreme… Times Life · Sep 12
Court Upholds $7.85M Verdict for Employees Fired for Refusing to Get COVID-19 Vaccine An excerpt from the long opinion today in Lewis-Williams v. S.F. Bay Area Rapid Transit Dist., decided by Judge Ryan… The post Court Upholds $7.85M Verdict for Employees Fired for Refusing to Get COVID-19 Vaccine appeared first on Reason Magazine. Reason · Sep 11
CDC vs. Pennsylvania: Why conflicting public health messages jeopardize public safety If you’ve been following the dispute between Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., you probably know that it centers on the deaths of two infants in Lancaster County in late August 2026. The Conversation · Sep 11
Public health expert issues major warning about Scotland's AI data centres A PUBLIC health expert has issued a warning about Scotland’s AI data centre boom ... The National (Scotland) · Sep 11
Ugandan royal succession scandal In tonight's edition, a dramatic struggle for control of a throne in Uganda. Also, Rwanda shut down 101 alcoholic beverage factories last month and declared a public health crisis after at least 50 people were killed by contaminated illegal supplies. And Ethiopia celebrates its new year. France 24 · Sep 10
Peach and Watermelon Vuse Pods Reach U.S. Stores Without FDA Authorization Raising Fresh Youth Access Concerns Reynolds American is selling four new flavored Vuse Pro pods the FDA never authorized. What the enforcement shift means for parents and teens. Medical Daily · Sep 10
Why health insurance cuts for the over-65s won’t swamp public hospitals after all The controversy surrounding the federal government’s plan to scrap extra private health insurance rebates for the over-65s continues. Not everyone agrees on the impact of the higher premiums, whether that’s the number of people set to cancel their cover or the impact on the public health system. The Conversation · Sep 9
Noise exposure is linked to chronic stress and heart disease. It’s time to make peace and quiet a public health right Has your phone ever died very quickly, despite you barely using it? Sometimes, the explanation is simple: dozens of apps running in the background constantly drain the battery. Something similar happens within our bodies, as almost all of us live with an app installed by default that never closes: noise. The Conversation · Sep 9
DRC’s Ebola outbreak has the potential to become a global pandemic. How to make sure it doesn’t Given its speed, scale and scope, the Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease that broke out in the Democratic Republic of Congo in mid-2026 could become a global epidemic. The Conversation · Sep 8
SNAP Rules Are Changing — 7 Grocery Purchases Families Should Recheck Navigating the supermarket checkout aisle with a government assistance card is undergoing a major structural evolution. Across the United States, federal policy shifts and state-level demonstration waivers are actively rewriting the rulebook for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. For decades, the foundational framework of food stamps allowed recipients to purchase… Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 8
Biocon signs 10-year Brazil supply deal for Pertuzumab breast cancer drug In a significant move, Biocon has secured a ten-year contract in Brazil for the distribution of Pertuzumab, made possible through its collaboration with Bahiafarma and Bionovis. This partnership offers exclusive rights to supply the public healthcare sector in Brazil, with plans for phased localization of production. This endeavor aims to… The Economic Times · Sep 8
Medical Daily · Sep 7 Ohio Man Charged with Assault After Lunging at Physician Amy Acton at Canfield Fair, Injuring Bystanders An armed man was charged after lunging at physician Amy Acton at an Ohio fair. Two bystanders were injured, and no weapon was drawn.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 7 The Guardian view on skin cancer: fear the heat of the sun Editorial: With melanoma cases rising, the UK must learn from public health campaigns elsewhere
The Economic Times · Sep 7 Indian health activists lodge concerns about food warning proposal in court Activists have filed a court objection to India's proposed food labelling rules. They argue the plan creates an industry-friendly loophole for harmful products. The government plans phased implementation, with stricter rules later. Experts note global food warnings have benefited public health significantly. India faces a rising obesity crisis, impacting millions…
The Economic Times · Sep 7 Can dogs sniff cancer? AI joins the hunt in India When rescue dog Chloe is not tumbling across the grass on a farm outside India's tech capital Bengaluru, she is learning to sniff human breath for cancer with a little help from AI. Fitted with a 3D-printed helmet and harness packed with sensors, Chloe is part of experimental efforts to…
We Got This Covered · Sep 6 North Carolina family hired a petting zoo for a party. Weeks later, guests were lining up for rabies shots: ‘Overwhelming situation’ The zoo has taken down its website and Facebook page.
The Economic Times · Sep 6 Popularity was never my goal; what matters is public health: FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe prioritizes public health over personal popularity. He has taken action against 12,083 establishments for various food safety violations. Hygiene, raw material quality, and manpower are common restaurant violations identified. Online food platforms are also considered food business operators and have faced action.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 5 Big tobacco is back in town as cigarette tax fight lights up Australian politics The industry has been pushing for cuts to excise for decades. With the explosion in illegal cigarette sales, those calls have grown louder
Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 5 The Recalled Lettuce Is Gone From Stores — So Why Are Outbreak Cases Still Rising? When federal health agencies announce a sweeping recall for contaminated romaine or iceberg lettuce, consumers often assume the danger has passed the moment store shelves are cleared. Supermarket managers pull green bags, distributors halt shipments, and shoppers dutifully throw out suspected leftovers. Yet public health bulletins frequently show that reported…
Times Life · Sep 5 Why the First Ten Minutes After a Road Accident Decide Survival in Indian Cities The number that changes everythingIndia records roughly 1.5 lakh road accident deaths each year, according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. A 2019 study published in the Indian Journal of Surgery found that nearly 50% of those deaths occur within the first hour of injury, and a significant…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 4 Nicola Close obituary Other lives: Public health leader who transformed her professional organisation and played a key role during the Covid-19 pandemic
Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 3 Is Anything Safe to Eat? Navigating Modern Recalls and Protecting Your Plate Opening your news feed or checking social media often feels like a nonstop barrage of alarming food safety issues. Headlines highlight contaminated lettuce, recalled soft cheeses, and widespread bacterial outbreaks across multiple states at an alarming frequency. This constant stream of bad news leaves everyday consumers wondering if any item…