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UK's Antimicrobial Resistance Crisis: Limited Progress and Growing Threat

A report reveals that the UK is facing a growing crisis of antibiotic-resistant superbugs, with over 35,000 deaths annually and limited progress in government efforts to curb AMR, despite a national strategy launched in 2019; projections indicate a dramatic rise in AMR-related deaths globally.

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Congo Illness Outbreak: 53 Dead, WHO Declares Significant Public Health Threat

Over 50 people have died in the Democratic Republic of Congo from a mysterious illness, with 419 cases recorded as of Monday. The World Health Organization considers it a significant public health threat; however, experts believe the risk to Australia is low.

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Sunak Backs Nationwide Prostate Cancer Screening

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is endorsing a campaign for nationwide prostate cancer screening in the UK, driven by a new, highly accurate blood test and the impact of the disease on his personal life, aiming to save thousands of lives.

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Mediterranean Diet Linked to 6% Lower Obesity-Related Cancer Risk

A new study of over 450,000 people found that closely following the Mediterranean diet reduced the risk of obesity-related cancers by approximately 6%, regardless of BMI, potentially due to factors beyond weight loss such as reduced inflammation, suggesting its significant role in cancer prevention ...

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Utah Considers Banning Fluoride in Public Water Systems

Utah's legislature passed HB0081, a bill that would ban fluoride in public water systems if signed by Gov. Cox; this follows recent criticism of fluoride and a growing anti-fluoridation movement, despite major medical associations' support for water fluoridation.

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Fossil Fuel Industry Campaigns Undermine Building Electrification Globally

A report reveals that since 2019, oil and gas interests have waged coordinated campaigns to block pro-electrification policies banning gas connections in new buildings across the US, UK, and Australia, using lobbying, lawsuits, and front groups, resulting in setbacks for climate action and public he...

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France's COVID-19 Response: A Lack of Comprehensive Review Hinders Future Preparedness

France's first COVID-19 death occurred on February 26, 2020, leading to eventual lockdowns and an estimated 170,000 deaths; however, despite multiple inquiries, a comprehensive national review of the crisis's management is lacking, leaving future preparedness in question.

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FDA Appoints Trump Jr.'s Hunting Buddy to Oversee 80% of US Food Supply

Kyle Diamantas, a Florida attorney and hunting buddy of Donald Trump Jr., is the acting deputy commissioner for human foods at the FDA, overseeing 80% of the US food supply; this comes amid a Listeria outbreak causing 12 deaths and after the layoff of 89 FDA food division staffers.

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Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 124 Cases Amidst Rising Vaccine Exemptions

A measles outbreak in Texas has reached 124 cases, predominantly affecting unvaccinated individuals, with 18 hospitalizations and a significant increase in vaccine exemptions in Gaines County, Texas, correlating with the outbreak. The virus spread to San Marcos and San Antonio, and neighboring New M...

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DRC Disease Outbreak: 53 Dead Within 48 Hours

A mysterious disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 53 people within 48 hours of symptom onset since January 21, with 419 total cases recorded; initial tests rule out Ebola and Marburg, while some samples were positive for malaria.

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Foodborne Illnesses Surge in 2024 Despite Fewer Recalls

A U.S. PIRG Education Fund study reveals a rise in foodborne illnesses in 2024 despite fewer recalls, with hospitalizations and deaths more than doubling compared to 2023, largely due to E. coli, listeria, and salmonella outbreaks linked to various food products.

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French Pesticide Use Map Reveals Widespread Contamination

Four French NGOs launched "Tous exposés," a platform mapping pesticide use in France, revealing 68,539 tons sold in 2022 and widespread contamination of water and food, prompting calls for stricter regulations and increased organic consumption.

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