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Tobacco: Farmers' body writes to PMO, Finance Ministry against WHO recommendation

Farmer organisation FAIFA has written to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) and Finance Ministry against the WHO recommendation that alternative crops should replace tobacco as it contributes to global food crisis

The Hindu

Sweden close to becoming first 'smoke free' country in Europe as daily use of cigarettes dwindles

Summer is in the air, cigarette smoke is not, in Sweden's outdoor bars and restaurants

The Independent UK

WHO: We need food, not tobacco

As we mark World No Tobacco Day today, it is imperative that we reflect on this year's theme: "We need food, not tobacco." While smoking continues to pose a significant public health threat in Thailand, we must also recognise the adverse impact of tobacco cultivation on tobacco farmers, food security…

Bangkok Post

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We need to stay on track for a healthier future

Over the course of the 20th century, tobacco smoking killed around 100 million people, most of whom lived in today's rich countries. Today the health burdens of smoking are moving from high-income to low- and middle-income countries. Some estimates even suggest that one billion people could die from tobacco use…

Bangkok Post

Darwin, Palmerston residents urged to take precautions against 'unhealthy' air quality amid fuel reduction burning

Air quality in Darwin and Palmerston deteriorated to unhealthy levels in recent days amid fuel-reduction burns ahead of the Top End's fire season.

ABC News

Russia warns of harsh response as Vladimir Putin labels Moscow drone strike a terrorist act by Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says the biggest-ever drone strike on Moscow targeted civilians, accusing Ukraine of an attack that would warrant a "severe" response.

ABC News

WHO records over 1,000 attacks on Ukraine healthcare during war

The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Tuesday it had recorded 1,004 attacks on healthcare in Ukraine during the Russian invasion, the highest number recorded by the organisation in any conflict.

Reuters

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Insect carrying 'breakbone fever' spotted in 30 countries amid fears its heading for UK

Asian tiger mosquitoes carry several diseases including one known as breakbone fever because of the severe muscle spasms and joint pain it can cause to those who catch it

Daily Mirror

"Bewildering technique that went way beyond any standard root/5th ideas": Listen to John Entwistle’s isolated bass on My Generation

“You can’t talk about classic bass playing without mentioning The Who and Live at Leeds”

Guitar World

Covid lab leak theory should not be ruled out, top Chinese scientist says

Virologist George Gao also states for first time that China has investigated claim virus came from a laboratory

The Guardian - UK

Signs and symptoms of measles to watch for after outbreaks across Europe

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported measles outbreaks in 17 different European countries

Wales Online

Tobacco use is costly, but so is quitting. Surveys of 8 African countries show who needs help

Tobacco use imposes a large health and economic burden worldwide. Research estimates that, in 2019, about 8 million deaths were attributable to tobacco smoking. Tobacco also reduces years of healthy living: about 200 million disability-adjusted life years in 2019.

The Conversation

Morning Digest | Chennai Super Kings beats Gujarat Titans by five wickets to win fifth IPL title; Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot to unite for elections, and more

The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day

The Hindu

Full list of NINE deadly infections that could spark a pandemic - but one is missing

The WHO has listed nine pathogens they believe are the most 'urgent' threat to humanity. Concerned scientists are urgently researching them, but have excluded one key threat

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Toowoomba cabbie James Royal's rock star past with Johnny Cash, The Who and Jerry Lee Lewis

Back in the 60s and 70s, Jim Nairn was known across much of Europe as James Royal — a blue-eyed soul-singing dynamo whose howl was his ticket to work with some of music's biggest stars.

Axios

Sorry, stevia: Artificial sweeteners get more bad PR

Artificial sweeteners aren’t good for weight loss, WHO says.

WEKU

We asked, you answered: How do you feel about the end of the COVID-19 'emergency'

With the WHO and CDC lifting the COVID-19 pandemic "emergency," we asked readers what was on their minds at this inflection point. Their reflections run the gamut, and also reveal some clear themes.

Daily Record

Victorian disease UK warning as 'surge' spreads through 17 European countries

The health body has expressed concern over rising cases of the deadly disease that's preventable with vaccinations.

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New WHO Guidance Says to Avoid Fake Sugars — Here’s What You Should Use Instead

Artificial sweeteners are up to 400 times sweeter by weight – but provide no or negligible energy.

Daily Mirror

WHO could gain new powers to force Britain into lockdown in event of another pandemic

WHO member states would need to take the organisation's advice as 'binding' under new regulations being discussed - but some MPs fear the institution may become a 'controlling authority'

Chronicle Live

Holidaymakers issued warning amid measles outbreaks in 17 European countries

The virus is one of the most contagious diseases in the world and can cause serious complications, with symptoms including white spots in the mouth and a rash

ABC News

Lead detected in water supplies for Atherton Hospital and Yarrabah Health Facility

Routine testing of water at Atherton Hospital and Yarrabah Health Facility picked up the lead contamination, according to Queensland Health

ABC News

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction from the past week.

Wales Online

Scientists tackle deadly bug that attacks the weak and lives on surfaces and door handles

Premature babies and those with compromised immune systems are particularly vulnerable to the infection, which can survive on surfaces for long periods

Daily Mirror

Brits warned of deadly Victorian disease raging through 17 European countries

The outbreak has been reported in 17 countries in the WHO European region, with experts advising people to be vigilant to the dangers of possible importation from one country to another

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