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UK campaigners call for tobacco windfall tax and yearly levy on ‘lethal trade’

Rachel Reeves urged to levy ‘double whammy’ on firms’ £1bn annual profits to fund measures to end smoking

The Guardian - UK

'It saves lives': Experts urge England to follow Scotland on minimum unit pricing

EXPERTS are urging the UK Government to follow Scotland’s lead and introduce minimum unit pricing (MUP) for alcohol in England.

The National (Scotland)

England urged to bring in minimum unit price on alcohol as deaths rise 10% a year

Health leaders tell government to follow Scotland and Wales on cost of cheap booze after Darzi report on death toll

The Guardian - UK

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Supreme Court Upholds Biden's Environmental Regulations On Methane And Mercury

Supreme Court upholds Biden administration's methane and mercury regulations, supporting environmental protection and public health.

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End of fluoridation of US water could be in sight after federal court ruling

A judge has ordered an EPA risk assessment amid fear that additive that strengthens teeth could harm children’s IQs

The Guardian - US

One million people in England vape despite never having smoked regularly, study finds

Researchers suggest stricter regulation as one in 10 people in Britain aged 16 or over now use e-cigarettes

The Guardian - UK

How can we improve public health communication for the next pandemic? Tackling distrust and misinformation is key

There’s a common thread linking our experience of pandemics over the past 700 years. From the black death in the 14th century to COVID in the 21st, public health authorities have put emergency measures such as isolation and quarantine in place to stop infectious diseases spreading.

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Study Reveals Hurricanes Cause More Deaths Than Previously Thought

Study in Nature reveals hurricanes in the U.S. cause more deaths than reported, emphasizing the need for proactive public health measures.

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EPA’s drinking water limits for PFAS are under threat – and that’s nothing new

Though utilities’ mission is to provide clean water, their trade groups for decades have often fiercely opposed initiatives to improve quality

The Guardian - US

Structural racism leading to stark health inequalities in London, report shows

Exclusive: Review finds poverty and daily racism result in poor mental and physical health for some ethnic groups

The Guardian - UK

Companies keep selling harmful products – but history shows consumers can win in the end

In 2023, 42 state attorneys general sued Meta to remove Instagram features that Meta’s own studies had shown – and independent research had confirmed – are harmful to teenage girls.

The Conversation

Deadly food allergies are on the rise among children. The cause isn’t what you might think

In England, high-profile tragedies have highlighted the recent spike in allergy rates – and the urgent need for better safety measures, says health expert Devi Sridhar

The Guardian - UK

How do economists judge Australia’s response to the COVID pandemic?

It was only a matter of time before someone wrote a book about Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. I was expecting it to come from an eminent epidemiologist or public health expert, but it has been written by two economists. As an epidemiologist who covered the pandemic closely for…

The Conversation

South Africa has a good childhood vaccination system – what’s stopping it from being great

The two public health interventions that have had the greatest impact on the world’s health are clean water and vaccines. Professors Susan Goldstein and Haroon Saloojee assess South Africa’s child vaccination programme.

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The Independent UK

US health authorities need to play a larger role in cannabis policy, a new report says

A scientific panel is calling for a public health approach to marijuana that’s a big departure from “Just Say No.” The report was released Thursday by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

The Conversation

How better community engagement can improve emergency management in Canada

Environmental, social and public health emergencies are becoming more frequent and severe around the world. The rapid pace at which emergencies are occurring, compounded by social crises like homelessness, addictions and mental health, are over-stressing our emergency management systems. However, as a society we cannot let this reality become an…

Medical Daily

EEE Declared 'Public Health Threat' After NY Man Dies From Mosquito-Borne Virus

The NY Man's death marks the second EEE-related fatality in the U.S. this year after a New Hampshire resident succumbed to the virus last month.

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New York Declares Eastern Equine Encephalitis Imminent Public Health Threat

Governor Hochul declares EEE an imminent public health threat after a fatal case in New York. Learn about the rare mosquito-borne illness and its impact.

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The Times of India

Mpox clade 1b, the strain declared public health emergency by WHO, found in Kerala

The first case of Mpox clade 1b has been detected in Kerala's Malappuram. The virus has been identified in a 38 year old man who traveled to India from the United Arab Emirates.

The Guardian - UK

The right calls it the ‘nanny state’ – I call it standing up to rich corporations and protecting people’s health

By targeting junk food and smoking, the government isn’t attacking ‘freedom’. It’s just fulfilling one of its most vital roles, says global public health expert Devi Sridhar

The Times of India

Challenging the ‘Tough Guy’ image: Encouraging men to seek mental health support

Suicide continues to be a pressing public health concern, with millions of lives lost each year. By promoting awareness, we can help break the stigma surrounding mental health issues and encourage individuals to seek help. Understanding the factors that contribute to suicidal thoughts and behaviors such as mental illness, trauma,…

The National (Scotland)

Anyone breaking abortion buffer zone laws face 'significant' fines, minister warns

SCOTLAND'S public health minister has warned people who break new laws creating buffer zones around abortion clinics that they face…

The Guardian - UK

More people in England being buried or cremated by councils, survey finds

Local Government Association says cost to taxpayer for last-resort ceremonies has climbed to £6m a year

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Trump Claims He Will 'Save Vaping' If Reelected

Former President Trump vows to 'save Vaping' if reelected, sparking debate on vaping regulation and public health.

The Conversation

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.

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