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Radon Gas: A Silent Killer in Spanish Homes

Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is responsible for approximately 1,500 lung cancer deaths annually in Spain, primarily affecting non-smokers, and entering homes through cracks in foundations and other openings.

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Measles Outbreak in the Americas: Mexico Reports Highest Mortality Rate

As of September 9th, 2025, Mexico leads the Americas in measles deaths (19, according to PAHO; 21, according to Mexico) with 4,553 cases (PAHO) and 4,630 (Mexico), second only to Canada in total cases, highlighting vaccination gaps and regional importations as key factors.

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Over 500 Students in Garut, Indonesia, Suspected of Food Poisoning from Free School Lunch Program

More than 500 students in Garut, Indonesia, have reportedly suffered suspected food poisoning after consuming a free school lunch, prompting investigations into food safety protocols and alternative program models.

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Long-Term Cardiovascular Impacts of Tropical Cyclones Revealed in New Study

A new study reveals a significant increase in cardiovascular disease hospitalizations lasting up to six months after tropical cyclone exposure, with ischemic heart disease and stroke most affected, particularly in men aged 20-59.

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Four Western States Issue Joint Vaccine Recommendations Countering Trump Administration

Four Western states—California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii—issued joint recommendations for COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccines, contradicting the Trump administration's approach after the firing of CDC director Susan Monarez, who cited concerns about unscientific changes to vaccine policies.

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France: Unprecedented Chikungunya Cases in 2025

As of September 15th, metropolitan France reported around 480 autochthonous chikungunya cases, a record high driven by the spread of the tiger mosquito and exacerbated by imported cases from La Réunion and the Indian Ocean.

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Measles Resurgence in North America: Tracing the Virus from Thailand to Texas

A measles outbreak, originating in Thailand, spread through a family attending a wedding in New Brunswick, Canada, and subsequently to Texas, exposing gaps in vaccination coverage and highlighting the limitations of communal action.

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Mental Health in France: Stigma and the Path to Open Dialogue

A panel discussion at the Festival du Monde highlighted the pervasive issue of mental health in France, affecting 13 million people annually, and emphasized the need to combat stigma and promote open conversations.

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WHO Accuses Food, Alcohol, and Tobacco Industries of Blocking Health Policies

The World Health Organization (WHO) accused food, alcohol, and tobacco industries of intense lobbying to prevent the implementation of health-improving policies, citing this as the cause for stalled progress in reducing deaths from chronic diseases.

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Wildfire Smoke: A Growing Threat to US Public Health

A new study reveals that wildfire smoke causes over 41,400 excess deaths annually in the US, a figure projected to increase by 26,500-30,000 by mid-century due to climate change, exceeding the economic cost of other climate-related damages.

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Heatwave in Europe Linked to 16,500 Deaths

A preliminary study by Imperial College London and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine estimates that at least 16,500 deaths in Europe between June and August 2023 were directly attributable to climate change-induced heatwaves, based on data from 854 cities representing 30% of the Europ...

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Controversial Vaccine Committee Overhaul Sparks Debate

The chair of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), Dr. Martin Kulldorff, invited former CDC directors to a public debate on vaccines, following a committee overhaul by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that re...

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