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Alarming Health Statistics of Mexican Schoolchildren Reveal Public Health Crisis

A health evaluation of 12 million Mexican schoolchildren reveals 39% are overweight, 38% have visual problems, and 59% have cavities; high sugar consumption is the primary cause, contributing to a public health crisis costing 650 billion pesos annually.

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smh.com.au
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WA's Nang Ban: Seven Months of Non-Compliance

Seven months after Western Australia banned the sale of nitrous oxide canisters ("nangs"), a 9News Perth investigation revealed widespread non-compliance, with numerous retailers openly selling the canisters despite zero fines being issued by the Department of Health, prompting criticism from variou...

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Air Pollution in Rijnmond Drives Relocations

Due to severely polluted air, particularly in Schiedam, Netherlands, residents with respiratory illnesses like asthma and COPD are relocating, seeking cleaner environments and reporting significant health improvements; long-term consequences remain unclear.

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89 Infected in Wales Farm Petting Outbreak

Eighty-nine people have contracted cryptosporidium after attending calf and lamb feeding sessions at Cowbridge Farm Shop in Wales between March and April; the farm voluntarily suspended these sessions on April 29th.

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Texas Measles Outbreak Slows, but Three Deaths Highlight Virus's Severity

Texas reported only one new measles case last week, slowing the spread of an outbreak that has seen 408 confirmed cases across 33 counties, resulting in three deaths; the majority of cases were among children aged 5-17.

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elpais.com
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EMA Restricts Azithromycin Use to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

After a year-and-a-half review, the EMA recommends restricting azithromycin use in the EU for several indications due to rising antimicrobial resistance, impacting treatment for infections like acne, Helicobacter pylori, and asthma, with varying implementations across member states.

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Spain Expands Smoke-Free Zones in Ambitious Anti-Smoking Plan

Spain is expanding smoke-free zones to include work vehicles, sports facilities, university campuses, and more, as part of a broader anti-smoking strategy including treatment funding and e-cigarette regulation, aligned with EU recommendations and enjoying broad public support.

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bbc.com
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Measles Cases Surge in Scotland Amidst Low Vaccination Rates

Scotland has seen a significant rise in measles cases in 2025, exceeding the 2024 total by May 14th, prompting health warnings due to low vaccination rates in areas like Govanhill, Glasgow, and emphasizing the need for increased MMR vaccination.

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German Healthcare Study Reveals €100 Million in Unnecessary Spending

A study reveals that up to 14% of Techniker Krankenkasse insurees in Germany received unnecessary medical tests or treatments, costing the insurer €15.5 million annually and €100 million nationwide; researchers identified 24 such treatments.

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Widespread PFAS Contamination Found in Queenslanders' Blood

A study reveals that nearly 98% of Queenslanders over 12 have PFAS in their blood, with higher levels in older men, raising concerns about long-term health effects despite limited immediate evidence of harm.

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London Mayor Backs Cannabis Decriminalisation

London Mayor Sadiq Khan supports a report recommending reclassifying natural cannabis to the Psychoactive Substances Act, effectively legalizing small amounts for personal use, while maintaining prohibitions on manufacturing and distribution; the government opposes this.

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Veneto Healthcare Crisis: 2146 Appeals Highlight Appointment Delays

In Veneto, Italy, 2146 appeals were filed against healthcare providers for delays in specialist appointments between May 2024 and April 2025, with 75% resulting in successful resolutions, yet still exceeding expected wait times; this highlights systemic issues stemming from understaffing and Cup ope...

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