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The research the FDA relies upon to claim banning menthol cigarettes would improve public health is not aligned with the agency's approach to tobacco regulation.

CDC advises states to prepare for potential bird flu outbreaks with rapid testing. Stay informed and vigilant to prevent spread and protect public health.

Only recently, activists, public health experts, tuberculosis (TB) survivors, and people living with HIV had sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s intervention to halt what they said were frequent shortages in the availability of anti-TB drugs.

Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday, reviewed public health preparedness for the management of heat-related illnesses. He highlighted the importance of timely action as soon as IMD alerts are received in the states. “Timely, advance and wide awareness among the people on the preventive measures will hugely support…

EFSA warns of bird flu pandemic risk due to lack of immunity. Importance of vigilance and preparedness emphasized.

Lawsuit filed demanding a ban on menthol cigarettes in the USA due to health disparities and public health risks.

Researchers say the U.N.'s global plastics treaty must reduce production and protect public health

The finding of a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is a wake-up call for young and older adults. Researchers from the ICMR's National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research (NCDIR) analyzed data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) and found that 1 in 3…

The issue has pitted law enforcement against public health advocates, spawned ad campaigns and divided Black lawmakers and interest groups.