public health
Male infertility affects 10-15 per cent of couples in India
Male factors contribute to nearly 40-50% of infertility cases in India. Experts attribute the rise to a combination of medical conditions and modern lifestyle choices.
Parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea’ spreads to 17 US states
Federal health officials are investigating a surge of parasitic infections causing severe gastrointestinal distress, including a significant cluster in Michigan.
Move to quit: Exercise boosts smoking quit rates
A comprehensive meta-analysis reveals that both long-term exercise and single bouts of activity can boost smoking cessation rates and manage acute cravings.
CDC tracks 145 cyclosporiasis cases across 17 states
Federal health officials are tracking a seasonal surge of cyclosporiasis infections, while regional spikes in Michigan and Ohio suggest larger localized outbreaks.
Ontario boy dies of rabies after bat encounter
A rare rabies fatality in Ontario highlights the critical importance of post-exposure prophylaxis, as bat bites can often go unnoticed.
Acinetobacter baumannii superbug evolved gradually to global dominance
Researchers have reconstructed the genetic history of the Acinetobacter baumannii superbug, revealing how it accumulated genetic changes to resist antibiotics.
Canadian boy, 11, dies of rabies after waking to bat on his face
An 11-year-old boy died of rabies after a bat encounter in Ontario, the first locally acquired human rabies instance recorded in the province since 1967.
Spain heat wave kills over 1,000 in second-hottest June ever
A record-breaking heat wave in Spain led to 1,028 fatalities in June 2026, primarily among the elderly, as temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius.
London mother urges vaccination after child dies from measles
A West London mother encourages parents to rethink vaccination decisions after a child died from measles in Liverpool.
Younger generations are aging faster biologically and face higher cancer risk
New research reveals a widening gap between chronological and biological age in younger adults, correlating with a higher incidence of early-onset solid cancers.
US dementia death rates remain above pre-pandemic levels through 2022
Data from the National Center for Health Statistics shows dementia death rates have not yet returned to 2019 levels, highlighting significant gender and racial disparities.
US dementia costs reach $818 billion, exceeding cancer and heart disease
A new study reveals the staggering economic burden of Alzheimer's and related dementias, with costs projected to reach nearly $1 trillion by 2050.
Central Europe heat wave smashes records and damages German highways
Historic temperatures across Europe have led to the failure of German highways and a public health crisis straining medical systems.
Ebola epidemic deaths exceed 300 in DR Congo
A deadly Ebola epidemic driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain has claimed over 300 lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Response efforts are hindered by regional conflict and the absence of approved vaccines or treatments.
Childhood sugary drink intake linked to adult hypertension risk
A long-term study of over 25,000 participants suggests that sugary beverages consumed during youth can lead to high blood pressure in adulthood.