Public health
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healthCervical Cancer Crisis: Canada Faces 'Fastest-Rising' Rates Amidst Policy Failures
Canadian doctors warn of a growing cervical cancer crisis, urging immediate policy changes to address stalled vaccination rates and inequitable screening access.
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healthStates Sue Trump Administration Over Reversed Childhood Vaccine Mandates
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration, alleging its rollback of childhood vaccine recommendations jeopardizes public health and ignores established medical guidance.
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worldVirus Claims 72 Tigers in Thailand; Officials Rule Out Public Health Threat
Dozens of tigers have died in Thailand from a canine distemper virus, officials confirm, with no current public health risk identified.
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healthPublic Health Urges Tobacco-Level Rules for Ultra-Processed Foods
Experts propose stringent regulations for ultra-processed foods, drawing parallels to tobacco industry controls to address public health concerns and industry marketing tactics.
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healthObesity Fuels 1 in 10 Global Infection Deaths, New Study Reveals
A major study links obesity to a significantly higher risk of severe infections, hospitalization, and death, highlighting potential impacts on the immune system and the need for further research.
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healthPublic Health Alerts Kingston Residents to Potential Measles Exposures
Kingston residents are warned of possible measles exposure at three locations following a confirmed case. Health officials urge vaccination record checks and isolation for unvaccinated individuals.
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healthMobile Messaging Fails to Boost Smoking Cessation Rates
Study finds a mobile instant messaging-based exercise program did not significantly improve smoking cessation outcomes at six months.
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healthInjectable HIV Therapy Gains Traction in Pakistan
New study reveals patient preferences for long-acting injectable HIV treatment in Pakistan, highlighting benefits and implementation challenges.