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1 in 3 Adults Aged 65–74 Has Hearing Loss—WHO Warns ‘Leisure Noise’ from Earbuds and Concerts Puts a Billion Young People at Risk

Hearing loss is often thought of as an unavoidable part of aging, but experts say many cases can be prevented. According to the World Health...

Saving Advice · Jun 28

Europe temperatures shatter records: 191 mn face 35C on Sunday; over 1,300 dead in extreme heat

Europe is grappling with a devastating heatwave, claiming over 1,300 lives and shattering temperature records. Nations like Denmark, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic have seen unprecedented highs, leading to widespread infrastructure disruptions, including buckling roads and reduced train services. Rivers are drying up, impacting power generation and agriculture, while tragically,…

The Times of India · Jun 28

More than 1,300 excess deaths linked to record-breaking Europe heatwave, WHO says

More than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in connection with Europe's record-breaking heatwave since June 21, according to the World Health Organization on Sunday. Earlier that day, health officials in France reported that there had been around 1,000 more deaths than expected in the country since Wednesday.

France 24 · Jun 28

Whereabouts of nearly 300 people with Ebola unknown in DR Congo

Fears over ‘huge community transmission’ as modelling predicts thousands of deaths in DRC by September

The Guardian - UK · Jun 26

Fastest-spreading Ebola outbreak could reach South Sudan within weeks, experts warn

World Health Organisation modelling finds that there is an almost 70 per cent chance of a case in South Sudan within 12 weeks

The Independent UK · Jun 26

There is a significant risk of Ebola spillover into South Sudan, WHO study warns

There is a 70% chance that Ebola could reach South Sudan, according to a World Health Organization modelling study published on Thursday. Researchers said that preparing the country for a proper response is the “most urgent priority.”

Euronews · Jun 26

CDC Warns the South and West May Experience Increased COVID-19 Spread During the Summer Months

The CDC's June 22, 2026 data warns the South and West may face a summer COVID increase. Activity is currently low, but here's what the warning means and who faces the highest risk.

Medical Daily · Jun 25

What an Elder Abuse Attorney Does to Protect Aging Loved Ones

As parents and relatives age, families may notice changes that cause them concern, such as unexplained injuries, sudden financial losses, or a caregiver who restricts contact with the outside world. These can be tricky cases to interpret and they often have personal and legal issues. When an older adult’s safety,…

inkl · Jun 25

DRC Ebola Outbreak Reaches France — How Did the Virus Get to Europe?

France confirms its first Ebola case from the Congolese outbreak, involving a doctor now in isolation. The rare Bundibugyo strain is spreading rapidly, with over 1000 cases reported in the DRC.

International Business Times UK · Jun 25

Deadly Hantavirus outbreak should end on 2 July, WHO says

The WHO says it will continue working with local authorities to investigate the causes and spread of the outbreak.

Euronews · Jun 24