Tag #Global Health

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Noise Pollution: A Silent Killer

Noise pollution, a pervasive global issue, causes significant health problems including heart attacks, type 2 diabetes, and dementia; studies show that in Barcelona alone, traffic noise leads to 300 heart attacks and 30 deaths annually.

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US Aid Cuts Cause HIV/AIDS Crisis in Eight Nations

The Trump administration's termination of US foreign aid for HIV/AIDS programs has caused critical medicine shortages in eight nations, reversing two decades of progress and potentially leading to millions of additional infections and deaths, according to the World Health Organization.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Only 10% of Back Pain Treatments Effective, Study Finds

A study of 301 trials revealed that only 10% of common non-surgical back pain treatments are efficacious, providing only small pain reductions compared to placebos; researchers call for more high-quality studies to reduce uncertainty.

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One-Year Leprosy Drug Delay in Nigeria Impacts 3,000 Patients

In Nigeria, 3,000 leprosy patients, including 800 children, faced a year-long delay in receiving Multi-Drug Therapy (MDT) due to bureaucratic hurdles and potential late requests, highlighting systemic issues in medication distribution and the vulnerability of leprosy control programs.

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US Funding Cuts to Global Health Programs Risk Millions of Lives

The WHO director-general warns of catastrophic consequences from US funding cuts to global health programs, projecting millions of additional deaths from malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis, and the collapse of vaccination networks, urging other donors to step up.

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Trump Administration Faces Legal and International Backlash Over Deportations and Media Cuts

The Trump administration faced legal challenges over its deportation practices and drew international criticism for slashing funding to US-funded media outlets, sparking concerns about press freedom and presidential authority.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Trump's Foreign Aid Cuts Cripple African Healthcare

The Trump administration's 83% cut to foreign aid contracts, effective March 10, has severely disrupted healthcare programs in Africa, specifically impacting HIV, tuberculosis, and maternal health services, causing widespread panic and jeopardizing the lives of thousands.

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euronews.com
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Long COVID Affects 5% in NHS England Survey, Underscoring Health Inequalities

An NHS England survey of more than 750,000 people reveals that almost 5% have long COVID, while 10% are unsure; the condition disproportionately affects deprived areas and specific demographic groups, highlighting a significant healthcare challenge and economic burden.

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Polypill Proposed for Widespread Heart Disease Prevention

A BMJ opinion piece proposes a polypill containing statins and blood pressure medications for all over-50s to prevent heart disease, potentially saving thousands of lives, despite criticism that it targets a 'healthy' system.

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23% of COVID-19 Patients Experienced Long COVID: Spanish Study

A Spanish study found that 23% of individuals who contracted COVID-19 between 2021 and 2023 experienced long COVID, with symptoms lasting up to two years in over half; risk factors included being female, severe initial infection, pre-existing conditions, obesity, and anxiety/depression; vaccination ...

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lemonde.fr
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Trump's USAID Cuts: Humanitarian Crisis and Policy Shift

Donald Trump's January 2023 suspension and March 2023 83% cut to USAID funding, impacting 5,200 contracts, caused significant humanitarian consequences and raised concerns about U.S. foreign policy priorities, potentially jeopardizing decades of progress in global health and stability.

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Zero Hunger
theguardian.com
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Microplastics Reduce Crop Yields by 12%, Exacerbating Food Security Concerns

New research indicates microplastics reduce crop photosynthesis by approximately 12%, significantly impacting global food security; this, coupled with the failure of a UN treaty on plastic pollution, raises serious concerns.

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Zero Hunger

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