Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship sickens 6, 3 die: WHO
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has killed three people and sickened six others, according to the World Health Organization.
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Three Dead in Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak on Atlantic Cruise Ship
Three people have died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, the World Health Organization (WHO) told the BBC. One UK national aged 69 is now in intensive care in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Emergency Jabs Target 1.2M Children as Measles Claims 100 in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has launched an emergency vaccination campaign after more than 100 children died of suspected measles in a month, according to health ministry data.
Hospital Waited Two Days to Raise Alarm About Meningitis Outbreak
A NHS hospital in Kent waited two days before raising alarm about a meningitis outbreak, according to a report.
Kent County Council declares migration emergency amid meningitis outbreak
Kent County Council declares migration emergency amid meningitis outbreak, leading to a walkout by councillors during a heated debate on the issue.
Meningitis Outbreak in Kent Sparks Health Crisis
A severe meningitis outbreak in Kent, UK, has resulted in two deaths and raised urgent public health concerns, prompting widespread alerts and investigations into the cause of the
Measles Outbreak Claims 140,000 Lives in 2018, Health Officials Warn
Measles claims over 140,000 lives annually, with most deaths in low-income countries. Health officials warn of the resurgence.
Tobacco Use Among U.S. Adults Drops to 9.9% in 2024
Cigarette smoking among U.S. adults drops to 9.9% in 2024, marking the first time it has reached single digits, according to a new public health alerts report.
Covid-19 Exposed Deep Gender Inequalities in Scotland, Women Say
Women in Scotland faced disproportionate risks during the pandemic, highlighting deep gender inequalities.
Dutch Researchers Urge Earlier RS Virus Vaccinations for Caribbean Babies
Dutch researchers urge earlier RS virus vaccinations for Caribbean babies due to differing infection patterns.
Barclays’ Clare Francis Ties Financial Resilience to Mental Health Crisis
Clare Francis, Barclays' savings and investments director, is linking the UK's mental health crisis with financial instability, a mission she pursues after losing her husband to suicide in 2011.
MAHA Not Spoken, But Its Impact Reshapes Health Policy
President Trump's State of the Union speech emphasized health reform, focusing on chronic disease prevention and dietary changes.
Norovirus Outbreak in Ljungby: Investigation Reveals Foodborne Illness Mystery
Thirteen people in Ljungby Municipality, Sweden, fell ill after dining at a local restaurant, prompting a detailed investigation into a norovirus outbreak with no clear source identified.
Brazil Forest Study: Mosquitoes Shift to Human Blood Amid Habitat Loss
Mosquitoes in Brazil's Atlantic Forest are increasingly feeding on human blood as deforestation forces them closer to people, according to new research. Scientists warn this dietary shift heightens risks of disease transmission.
Eric Dane’s Last Ship: Legacy of a Star Sunk by ALS
Eric Dane commanded the screen as a steely naval hero in The Last Ship, staring down apocalyptic plagues with unyielding grit. His real-life battle with ALS proved an even fiercer storm, one he faced until his death at 53, leaving behind a final on-camera plea to his daughters that echoes across Netflix screens.