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Global Childhood Vaccination Rates Stall, Increasing Disease Outbreak Risk

A new global study reveals that progress in vaccinating children against life-threatening diseases has stalled since 2010, leaving nearly 16 million children unvaccinated by 2023, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia; this is due to factors such as decreased international aid and the impact o...

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Tetraneuron's Novel Gene Therapy Targets Alzheimer's Disease by Restoring Neuronal Function

Tetraneuron, based on research from the Cajal Institute in Madrid, is developing a gene therapy for moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's disease by targeting the transcription factor E2F4, showing promising results in animal models and aiming for human trials in 2026.

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Spain's Digital Divide: Bridging the Gap for its Aging Population

In 2024, only 50.2% of Spaniards over 75 had used the internet, creating a digital divide impacting access to services and increasing social isolation; however, initiatives using AI, voice assistants, and gerontechnologies are adapting technology to improve older adults' lives and combat this.

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Reduced Inequality
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Manchester Social Housing Tenants Protest Unsafe Living Conditions

Social housing tenants in Middleton, Manchester, are protesting unsafe living conditions, including damp, mold, and rat infestations, causing serious health issues for children; Riverside Housing Association, despite investments, faces criticism for insufficient action.

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UK Pet Owners Face Difficult Choices Amid Soaring Veterinary Bills

Rising veterinary costs in the UK are forcing pet owners to euthanize or relinquish their pets due to unaffordable treatment, with corporate consolidation in the veterinary sector a major contributing factor, as highlighted by a 264% increase in applications to a pet care charity's emergency fund.

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No Poverty
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Dobbs Decision Exacerbates Healthcare Crisis for Latinas

The Dobbs decision and subsequent anti-immigrant policies have drastically reduced reproductive healthcare access for Latinas, particularly in states with abortion bans, where 6.7 million Latinas (43% of those of reproductive age) now face significant barriers due to fear, financial constraints, and...

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Declining Vaccination Rates Leave Millions of Children Vulnerable to Preventable Diseases

A new Lancet study reveals that despite saving 154 million children's lives, global vaccine coverage has stalled since 2010, leaving millions vulnerable to preventable diseases due to persistent health inequalities, the Covid-19 pandemic, and rising vaccine misinformation and hesitancy. Measles vacc...

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Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Plan Approved Despite Missing Victim Restitution Information

A New York bankruptcy judge approved Purdue Pharma's reorganization plan despite objections that the disclosure statement omits information about $225 million that could go to opioid victims under the Mandatory Victims Restitution Act; the omission raises concerns about the fairness of the bankruptc...

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Widower Campaigns for Increased Ovarian Cancer Awareness in Northern Ireland

Stephen McCormick, a widower from County Down, is campaigning for increased ovarian cancer awareness in Northern Ireland after his wife's late diagnosis, highlighting a lack of public awareness and insufficient healthcare resources.

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145 Report Needle Pricks at French Music Festival; 12 Detained

At the Fête de la Musique in Paris, 145 people reported being pricked by needles, resulting in 12 arrests and raising concerns about a potential coordinated attack following social media calls. The majority of victims were young women.

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145 Syringe Attacks Reported at France's Fête de la Musique

During France's Fête de la Musique, 145 people reported being pricked with syringes, resulting in 12 arrests across the country; investigations are underway, following similar incidents in 2022.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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European Heatwave Highlights Climate Change Risks

A recent European heatwave saw temperatures surpass 35 degrees Celsius in France, setting a record high for the UK in 2025, underscoring the increasing frequency of heatwaves due to climate change and posing significant health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations.

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Climate Action

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