Tag #Public Health

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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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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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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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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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US Removes COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendation for Children and Pregnant Women

The U.S. government removed COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for children and pregnant women, a decision criticized by some medical experts for lacking scientific evidence and potentially impacting vaccine access and future outbreaks, announced by Robert F. Kennedy, supported by FDA Commissioner Mar...

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Dutch Municipality to Investigate Restricting Lily Cultivation Amid Health Concerns

The municipality of Westerveld, Netherlands, will investigate restricting lily cultivation near schools and residential areas, and limiting pesticide use, due to health concerns raised by a local doctor linking pesticide use to increased rates of Parkinson's disease, ALS, and leukemia.

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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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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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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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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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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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Global Health Funding Cuts Threaten Pandemic Preparedness

Reduced health funding threatens global pandemic preparedness; the EIB and GAVI's €600 million COVAX collaboration delivered nearly 2 billion vaccine doses, showcasing successful international partnerships; investments in regional vaccine production, particularly in Africa, are crucial for future re...

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