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The women of ASHA: overworked, underpaid and on the edge of breakdown

ASHA workers: Women health workers in India, facing challenges of care work, health risks, and systemic neglect

The Hindu

Congressman Clyburn Discusses Immigration, Student Loans, And Menthol Cigarettes

Congressman James Clyburn discusses immigration, coalition challenges, student loan forgiveness, and public health policies in a recent interview.

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The Rising Cost of the Oil Industry’s Slow Death

Unplugged oil and gas wells accelerate climate change, threaten public health and risk hitting taxpayers’ pocketbooks. ProPublica and Capital & Main found that the money set aside to fix the problem falls woefully short of the impending cost.

Capital & Main

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OPINION - The Standard View: Return all the hostages to stop this bloodshed

The loss of life in Gaza is unbearable. At least 29,000 Palestinians, mostly civilians, have been killed since October 7, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. Even if the fighting were to stop today, thousands more could still die due to the public health crisis in the Gaza Strip.

Evening Standard

South Korean Government Warns Striking Doctors To Return

South Korean government issues warning to striking medical interns and residents over proposed increase in medical school admissions, citing public health ...

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Over Half The World At High Measles Risk, WHO Warns

Learn about the WHO's warning on high global measles risk and the importance of vaccination to prevent outbreaks and protect public health.

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Learn about the risks related to obesity and pregnancy

Obesity is a growing public health concern, and its impact extends to pregnancy. Women who are obese are at an increased risk of both maternal and fetal complications during pregnancy. It can pose significant risks and considerations for both the mother and the baby.

The Times of India

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Cardiac arrest: Expert explains the risk and prevention for cardiac arrest

These days, there is a serious risk to public health due to the rising rate of cardiac arrest, particularly among young and middle-aged individuals. Anybody, regardless of age or background, can experience cardiac arrest, a sudden stoppage of heart function that frequently has catastrophic results. People can, however, take proactive…

The Times of India

Committee to study impact of longer drinking hours

The National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee will set up a panel to study the proposal to extend alcohol sales hours, Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew said.

Bangkok Post

When Doctors Are the Source of Public Health Misinformation

Medical professionals are often unaware of the relevant research on the relative risks of tobacco products, and that can matter for public health.

Reason

Karnataka Budget on Health: Focus on upgrading infrastructure

While the overall funding for the health sector remains the same as last year at 4% (₹15,145 crore) of the total Budget, the focus this time is only on upgrading public health infrastructure, strengthening lab services, and establishing critical care hubs in every district.

The Hindu

Siddaramaiah announces to build spices park under PPP model in Chikkamagaluru

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah proposes a spice park and public health laboratory, but disappoints coffee growers with lack of response.

The Hindu

Bid to lift afternoon alcohol sales ban rejected

A government committee has rejected a proposal to scrap the long-standing ban on sales of alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm, citing the risk to public health and safety.

Bangkok Post

State, CDC report spike in syphilis cases across KY

The Kentucky Department of Public Health is warning of a rise in syphilis cases throughout the Commonwealth. It’s reporting 2,032 cases from 2020 to 2022, equal to a 77 percent increase in cases during that time period.

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Heavy metals and E coli: raw sewage at US-Mexico border a ‘public health crisis’

The Tijuana River flows through Mexico and empties off California, carrying pathogens and chemicals and threatening public health

The Guardian - AU

Victoria’s largest public health service faces criminal charge over Indigenous woman’s hospital death

WorkSafe Victoria has charged Monash Health for allegedly exposing a patient to health and safety risks while in its care

The Guardian - UK

The Tories have ruined our health. These are the three things Labour must do to repair the damage

Childhood obesity and demoralised NHS staff are among the biggest problems for Keir Starmer, says Prof Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

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Bubonic plague detected in Oregon; public health monitoring urged

Learn about the bubonic plague, its transmission, and the importance of a functioning public health system in dealing with diseases carried by animals.

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The CDC may be reconsidering its COVID isolation guidance

The current guidance advises five days of isolation. Unnamed health officials have indicated that this guidance may soon go away, a move that troubles public health experts.

Bangkok Post

Govt to push artificial insemination to boost birth rate

CHIANG MAI: The Ministry of Public Health will soon announce measures to promote artificial insemination among people wanting to be parents.

The Hindu

Hookah bars under scrutiny for allegedly evading GST and ‘sin tax’

Hookah bars face scrutiny for evading GST and 'sin tax', raising concerns about public health and regulatory compliance.

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan urges Government to accelerate efforts to end HIV transmission by 2030

HIV diagnoses across England increased by 22 per cent in 2022, compared with 2021

The Hindu

Drugs Control Administration Telangana raids pharma unit

Illegal manufacturing unit of anti-cancer drug found in Hyderabad, posing serious risk to public health.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci's Memoir Chronicles Career and Public Health Challenges

Dr. Anthony Fauci, renowned infectious disease expert, is set to release his memoir On Call: A Doctor's Journey in Public Service in June, chronicling his ...

The Times of India

'Cool' hookah being banned by Karnataka: Serious health issues it can cause

Karnataka government has banned hookah citing 'public health and safety'. StateHealth Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao took to social media to inform the public about the decision. This decisive action is backed by alarming data from the World Health Organisation (WHO) Global Adult Tobacco Survey-2016-17 (GATS-2), which states that 22.8 per…

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