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Many people in the Pacific lack access to adequate toilets – and climate change makes things worse

The Pacific Islands may evoke images of sprawling coastlines and picturesque scenery. But while this part of the world might look like paradise, many local residents are grappling with a serious public health issue.

The Conversation

S.Africa's HIV Research Power Couple Says Fight Goes On

Through decades of pioneering work on fighting the spread of infectious diseases such as HIV, South African public health power couple Quarraisha and Salim Abdool Karim are credited with saving thousands of lives.

International Business Times

Rare ‘raccoon roundworm’ brain-infecting parasite found in two LA residents

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced that two human cases of Baylisascaris procyonis – a parasite that can infect the brain, spinal cord, and eyes – had been found in the South Bay area

The Independent UK

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How we think about ‘obesity’ and body weight is changing. Here’s why

From doctors’ offices to family gatherings, larger-bodied people report being bombarded with unsolicited advice about their eating and exercise habits. The underlying message? They “just need to lose weight” to fix almost any health problem.

The Conversation

Medicare and Medicaid Spend More on Native-Born Americans Than Immigrants

Despite anti-immigrant rhetoric, the foreign-born account for nearly 20 percent less public health spending than those born in America.

Reason

Health care under Harris versus Trump: A public health historian sizes up their records

Health care is a defining issue in the 2024 election – Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican contender Donald Trump have starkly different records on the issue. Rather than focusing on what they promise to do, let’s examine what their past actions reveal about their approaches to Medicare, the…

The Conversation

Fortified bouillon cubes are seen as a way to curb malnutrition in Africa as climate worsens hunger

In Nigeria and other countries in sub-Saharan Africa, many households have limited access to nutrient-rich foods due to rising costs and the impact of climate change on agriculture and food systems

The Independent UK

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Parents are stressed. Here’s what we can do to help them

Parents are stressed and it is time to do something about it. In a nutshell, that’s the message from the United States Surgeon General’s recent public health advisory on the mental health and well-being of parents.

The Conversation

Scottish Government 'resting on laurels' of minimum unit pricing

THE Scottish Government has been “resting on the laurels” of Minimum Unit Pricing and must take tougher action on alcohol marketing and…

The National (Scotland)

Should We Blame Fauci for the COVID Pandemic?

America's COVID celebrity is facing scrutiny for funding risky research that may have sparked the pandemic—and for allegedly covering it up.

Reason

Keir Starmer ready to face down ‘nanny state’ jibes in radical public health drive

Junk food ad ban, age limit on energy drinks and expanded water fluoridation among measures planned to help NHS

The Guardian - UK

Combination of 'Siddha' drugs can reduce Anemia in adolescent girls

The Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge claims that the use of the 'Siddha' drugs reduces anaemia among adolescent girls, Ministry of AYUSH said in a press release: Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Child vaping sucks away chance of ciggie-free Australia

Research published in a public health journal shows teenagers who have vaped are more likely to try smoking, with the youngest adolescents the most at risk.

AAP

Alcohol deaths reach 15-year high in Scotland

ALCOHOL deaths in Scotland have reached a 15-year high, according to the latest annual figures ...

The National (Scotland)

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Understanding monkeypox: Myths and misinformation to ignore about the disease

Understanding the facts about mpox is essential for combating misinformation and ensuring effective public health responses. By debunking myths and disseminating accurate information, we can help reduce fear and stigma, promote appropriate preventive measures, and support those affected by the disease. It is crucial to rely on credible sources and…

Reason

Journal of Free Speech Law: "Speech Regulation and Tobacco Harm Reduction," by Jonathan H. Adler & Jacob James Rich

The final article from the Information as Medicine symposium.

The Times of India

Most cases are young males between 18-44 age: Government's advisory on monkeypox

The Indian government has released an advisory on monkeypox infection. Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra has issued the advisory to States/UTs in view of WHO's declaration of Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) related to monkeypox.

The Conversation

Africa desperately needs mpox vaccines. But donations from rich countries won’t fix this or the next health emergency

Africa says it needs an estimated ten million doses of mpox vaccine to control this public health emergency.

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Are people more afraid of illness today?

The COVID pandemic pushed people to be either hyper-aware of viruses, or not trust public health at all

The Times of India

Top signs and symptoms of Valley fever spreading in California

Valley fever cases have been on rise after the outbreak affected at least 19 people who attended Lightning in a Bottle music festival, a six-day event, near Bakersfield in May, according to California Department of Public Health (CDPH).

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Teen Vaping Rates Drop To Historic Lows In 2024

Recent data shows a significant decrease in adolescent vaping rates, highlighting positive public health progress.

The Guardian - US

At least 19 people contract fungal infection after California music festival, officials say

New research shows that cases of valley fever, which in rare cases can be fatal, have risen dramatically in recent years

The Guardian - UK

Scientists are closing in on the true, horrifying scale of death and disease in Gaza

A pause for polio vaccinations is welcome, but the disease’s presence is a window on the true cost of Israel’s war, writes global public health expert Devi Sridhar

Roll Call

Health agencies scramble to prepare for new mpox strain - Roll Call

A new strain of mpox has public health officials preparing for the possibility of its spread in the United States.

The Conversation

Long COVID inflicts deep scars on the lungs, but targeting specific immune cells could reverse damage − new research in mice

The long-term effects of respiratory viral infections such as COVID-19 are a major public health burden. Some estimates suggest over 65 million people around the world suffer from long COVID-19.

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