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Codeine: why one person’s painkiller can be another person’s problem

For a medicine so commonly found in bathroom cabinets and high street pharmacies, codeine has a surprisingly complicated story. It sits at the intersection of pain relief, genetics, public health and regulation. As the UK continues to tighten rules around opioid use, codeine offers a useful case study in how…

The Conversation

US gambling addiction is ‘out of control’ as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

The gambling crisis ‘demands a public health response’ and should be regulated like alcohol or tobacco, expert says

The Guardian - US

Why US Health Officials Stopped Release of COVID Vaccine Effectiveness Research

Why officials halted a COVID vaccine effectiveness study, what the data showed, and why the dispute matters for public health decisions.

Medical Daily

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Voices: ‘Violation of personal freedom’: Readers divided over ‘landmark’ smoking ban for people born after 2008

YOUR VIEWS: Our community is divided on the smoking ban, balancing support for its public health aims with concerns over personal freedom, fairness between generations and how enforceable the policy will be

The Independent UK

Born after 2008? UK brings in tough new rule you may never be allowed to buy cigarettes

The UK is implementing a groundbreaking law to effectively ban smoking for future generations by progressively raising the legal age to buy tobacco. This phased approach aims to significantly reduce smoking-related deaths and healthcare costs without impacting current smokers. New vaping regulations are also introduced to protect young people, marking…

The Times of India

Florida 65+: Heat‑Related ER Visits Jumped 42% Last Year — Why Seniors Need to Prep Before May

If you live in Florida and you’re over 65, the heat isn’t just uncomfortable; it can be dangerous. Doctors and public health experts are warning...

Saving Advice

The hidden $25 billion public health cost of America’s data center boom

Researchers are trying to shed light on the externalities and hidden costs of the murky data center economy.

Fortune

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The COVID Reckoning Doesn't Go Far Enough

Real medical freedom will require something greater than replacing the public health establishment: ending the FDA's monopoly.

Reason

One in three young women in Africa have never tested for HIV – new study shows where the gaps lie

HIV remains one of the biggest public health challenges in sub-Saharan Africa, a region that accounts for approximately two-thirds of about 40 million people living with HIV globally.

The Conversation

Game of thrones: NYC caught short of public bathrooms ahead of World Cup crowds

New York City currently has only one public restroom for every 8,500 residents, a shortage that lawmakers say could lead to public health crisis during tournament

The Independent UK

Will RFK Jr’s podcast actually address Americans’ public health concerns?

Secretary Kennedy Podcast so far seems designed to promote Trump administration talking points over any specific public health message

The Guardian - US

Bangkok swelters in 'danger' zone for 19 straight days

Bangkok has sweltered through 19 straight days of dangerous heat index levels, with extreme heat and humidity pushing conditions into a high-risk zone for public health.

Bangkok Post

Trump Signs Executive Order Endorsing Psychedelic Psilocybin and Ibogaine; Asks 'Can I Have Some, Please?'

President Trump signed an executive order to expedite the review and funding of psychedelic drugs such as psilocybin and ibogaine to treat serious mental illnesses and address public health crises.

International Business Times UK

Trump taps Texas’ top public health official as CDC chief medical officer

Jennifer Shuford, an infectious disease physician who oversaw the country’s largest measles outbreak in 30 years, is among a slate of CDC nominations with no apparent ties to the anti-vaccine movement.

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The Guardian - US

Inside the CDC’s leadership vacuum: work at a ‘standstill’ and low morale as 80% of top posts remain vacant

Current and ex-officials at the CDC warn Americans’ health security in danger under RFK Jr’s direction

International Business Times UK

What Is Shigella Infection? Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Explained as CDC Raises Alarm Over Rising Cases

The CDC's urgent warning about the rise of extensively drug-resistant Shigella cases in the US, highlighting the public health threat, limited treatment options, and evolving transmission dynamics.

Budget and the Bees

75% of Women Are Skipping Healthcare in 2026—What This Means for Your Health

The rising trend of women skipping healthcare in 2026 is more than just a statistic—it’s a growing public health concern with real-life consequences. Recent surveys suggest that nearly three out of four women have delayed or avoided medical care this year, often due to rising costs, time constraints, or uncertainty…

International Business Times

Toxic Tijuana River Sewage Fumes Leave Thousands Sick in San Diego Border

The stench of sewage drifting across neighborhoods in Southern California is now a full-scale public health crisis affecting tens of thousands of residents living near the Tijuana River, according to a new report.

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The Guardian - US

RFK Jr accused of ‘dangerous conspiracy theories’ at heated budget hearing

Trump ally grilled by lawmakers over ‘terrible decisions’ on vaccines, public health and funding cuts to key programs

The Independent UK

RFK Jr. grilled by Congress over dismantling public health policy and hanging out with Kid Rock

Democrats and even one Republican with an autistic son criticize Robert Kennedy’s messaging around vaccination and public health misinformation

Roll Call

Trump taps former deputy surgeon general Schwartz to lead CDC

President Donald Trump on Thursday selected Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general and medical doctor, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he announced on Truth Social. Schwartz, who will require Senate confirmation, was deputy surgeon general during Trump’s first term and is a retired rear admiral in…

The Independent UK

Dems blame kids dying on RFK’s ‘conspiracy theories’ about public health

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Reason

"Can Speech Policy Protect Public Health?" in Print in Utah Law Review

Constitutionality of health-related speech meets public choice and social media

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New Yorks FRESH Program Expands April Support for Grocery Access in Key Cities

Access to fresh produce is a major public health issue. Millions of residents live in neighborhoods designated as food deserts, where fresh fruits and vegetables are completely unavailable. Shoppers in these areas must rely on expensive convenience stores selling highly processed snacks. In 2026, New York is tackling this crisis…

The Independent UK

The government has turned its back on pandemic prevention

COMMENT: The UK’s new pandemic preparedness strategy – and ending the country’s contribution to the Pandemic Fund as part of aid cuts – raises serious questions about whether the UK can protect itself, writes Anthony Costello

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