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You’ve probably heard that human beings are “social animals.” That doesn’t just mean we tend to interact with each other; it means that as a species, we need social connection to thrive, and isolation can be harmful to our health.

In healthcare settings, where the primary goal is to improve and protect public health, the proper handling of biohazard waste is paramount

The researchers said online child sexual exploitation was ‘an urgent public health issue that is escalating’

Departure from UN agency in 12 months would leave Americans vulnerable, say public health experts

Heart diseases are among the leading causes of death globally, posing a significant burden on public health and economies. Conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and heart failure affect millions annually, leading to premature mortality and disability. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases account for…

Charity raises ‘serious public health concern’ as three times as many public loos closed or removed by councils as were opened in past 10 years

A new treatment for sexually-transmitted diseases seems to be slowing an STI epidemic — but not everyone can get it

Mandating negligible nicotine levels in tobacco products would create a big black market and criminalize currently legal transactions.

EPA is assessing and removing hazardous waste from recent wildfires to protect public health and ensure worker safety.

Sen. Patty Murray opposes Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as health secretary due to his anti-vaccine advocacy, citing concerns about public health an...

The Biden administration's proposal aims to cap nicotine levels in cigarettes as part of an effort to reduce addiction and improve public health.