Tag #Public Health

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Delhi's Smog: A Missing Narrative in Indian Cinema

Despite the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi and other parts of India, the issue is largely absent from mainstream Bollywood films, unlike other natural disasters; however, documentaries and some independent films are starting to address the problem.

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KLM challenges Dutch government's Schiphol flight cap

The Dutch government's decision to cap Schiphol Airport flights at 478,000 in 2024 faces opposition from KLM, which cites economic risks, while residents and environmental groups criticize insufficient noise reduction and emission cuts, highlighting a conflict between economic and social interests.

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USDA to Begin Nationwide Raw Milk Testing for H5N1 Bird Flu

The USDA will begin testing raw milk nationwide for H5N1 bird flu starting December 16 in six states (California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon, Pennsylvania) to track its spread, improve biosecurity and address farmer concerns.

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forbes.com
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USDA Mandates Bird Flu Testing for Raw Milk Amidst Ongoing Outbreak

The USDA announced it will mandate bird flu testing in raw milk due to an outbreak impacting 720 dairy herds across 15 states; this follows reports of H5N1 in pasteurized milk and ongoing raw milk promotion by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite known risks of bacterial contamination.

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Enugu State Exceeds UN HIV/AIDS Viral Suppression Target

In Enugu state, Nigeria, the Catholic Caritas Foundation reports that 98 percent of identified HIV-positive individuals have achieved viral suppression, exceeding the UN target, due to increased testing, treatment, and collaborative efforts with government and NGOs, resulting in a decrease in HIV pr...

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Low COVID-19 Booster Uptake Raises Concerns of Winter Outbreak

As of December 2023, only 18% of eligible Americans received the updated COVID-19 booster shot, highlighting the risk of a winter outbreak and emphasizing the need for improved vaccination strategies, especially in low- and middle-income countries with limited access.

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US Life Expectancy to Increase Minimally by 2050, Lagging Behind Other Nations

A new study projects a small increase in US life expectancy to 80.4 years by 2050, lagging behind other high-income nations due to rising obesity, drug overdoses, and other health risks, highlighting the need for improved health policies.

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USDA to Begin Nationwide Milk Testing for H5N1 Bird Flu

The USDA will begin nationwide testing of raw milk from dairy silos for H5N1 bird flu starting December 16 in six states: California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, to track its spread, enhance biosecurity, and ensure milk safety.

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theglobeandmail.com
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Nationwide Milk Testing Ordered for Bird Flu

A new federal order mandates nationwide testing of the U.S. milk supply for bird flu, starting December 16th, in response to over 700 dairy herds infected since March and nearly 60 human cases, prioritizing California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and Oregon.

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npr.org
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Climate Change Shifts Heat-Related Deaths to Younger Populations in Mexico

A new study reveals that in Mexico, people under 35 account for 75% of heat-related deaths, a trend projected to worsen with climate change, shifting the burden of temperature-related mortality from older to younger populations.

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t24.com.tr
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Turkish Healthcare Workers Strike Over New Regulations

Turkish healthcare workers in İzmir protested new family physician regulations with a five-day strike, culminating in a demonstration and demands for Health Minister Kemal Memişoğlu's resignation due to concerns about privatization, insufficient resources, and increased workloads.

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abcnews.go.com
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California Dairy Expands Raw Milk Recall After Bird Flu Detection

Raw Farm in Fresno, California, expanded its recall of raw milk and cream products after bird flu virus was found in multiple samples, halting production and prompting a state quarantine; officials encourage consumers not to consume affected products.

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