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Pakistan’s Sindh Province Faces Fresh Child HIV Outbreak as Hundreds of New Cases Raise Alarm Among Health Officials

Pakistan's southern Sindh province is once again confronting a worrying rise in HIV infections among children, reviving concerns about unsafe medical practices and weaknesses in the country's healthcare system. Health officials say hundreds of children have tested positive for HIV in recent months, prompting renewed investigations and raising fears that Pakistan is facing another public health emergency similar to the devastating outbreak that shocked the country in 2019. According to […]

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Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Worsens With 377 Deaths Confirmed As Officials Warn Of Growing Public Health Crisis

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is battling a worsening Ebola outbreak after health authorities confirmed 1,307 cases and 377 deaths, making it one of the country's most serious public health emergencies in recent years. Officials say the outbreak has now spread to a fourth province, increasing concerns about further regional transmission. The current outbreak was officially declared on May 17, 2026, and is caused by the Bundibugyo strain […]

today30 June 2026 12

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Medicare Expands Access To Weight-Loss Drugs As New GLP-1 Bridge Program Is Set To Launch Across The US

Millions of older Americans could soon receive Medicare coverage for weight-loss medications for the first time, marking a major shift in US healthcare policy. Beginning July 1, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will launch the temporary Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program, allowing eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries to purchase certain anti-obesity medications for a monthly copayment of just $50. For decades, Medicare has been prohibited by law from […]

today30 June 2026 11

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The Flesh-Eating Parasite Raising Alarm Across North America: What You Need To Know About The Screwworm Outbreak

A parasite once thought to be largely under control is once again drawing international attention after new outbreaks of the New World screwworm were detected in parts of North America. Health officials, veterinarians and agricultural authorities are now working to contain the spread of the flesh-eating pest, which poses a serious threat to livestock, wildlife, pets and, in rare cases, humans. The renewed concern follows confirmed cases in Texas, marking […]

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Scientists Raise Alarm After Bird Flu Outbreak Kills Thousands Of Elephant Seal Pups On Remote Antarctic Islands

A devastating outbreak of H5N1 bird flu has killed more than 13,000 southern elephant seal pups on Australia's remote Heard and McDonald Islands, according to new research. Scientists estimate the deaths account for more than 75% of a monitored seal pup population on Heard Island, making it one of the worst wildlife losses linked to the virus in the region. The findings, published in BioRxiv, were based on drone surveys […]

today18 June 2026 11

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Israel’s Ebola Travel Ban On Five African Nations Sparks Diplomatic Row And Renews Debate Over Global Health Policies

A diplomatic row has emerged between Israel and several African nations following Israel’s decision to impose travel restrictions on citizens from five African countries over concerns related to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. While Israeli authorities insist the measures are necessary to safeguard public health, critics argue that the restrictions unfairly target entire nations and risk reinforcing harmful stereotypes about the continent. The controversy stems from the current […]

today15 June 2026 16

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New Findings Link Moderate Drinking To Higher Risks Of Cancer, Heart Disease And Early Death

For decades, moderate alcohol consumption has occupied a complicated place in public health discussions. While excessive drinking has long been associated with serious health problems, some studies previously suggested that low to moderate alcohol intake—particularly red wine—might offer certain cardiovascular benefits. That belief has shaped drinking habits and public perception around the world for years. However, a major new study published in June 2026 is challenging that long-standing narrative. Researchers […]

today10 June 2026 17

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