Flu and GI Outbreak Rocks Aurora ICE Detention Center
A flu and gastrointestinal outbreak at the near-capacity Aurora ICE detention center has sparked an investigation and renewed calls for better medical care.
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40 Years of Progress: The Chinese Mainland’s Fight Against AIDS
A look at the Chinese mainland’s 40-year journey against AIDS, with insights from Prof Li Taisheng on prevention, treatment and global collaboration.
Thirdhand Smoke: The Hidden Indoor Air Threat
A new study reveals how thirdhand smoke lingers on household surfaces, re-emitting dangerous particles and gases. Learn why deep cleaning and smoke-free spaces matter for healthy indoor air.
😷 Panic Buying Leads to Drug Shortages in Japan Amid Record Flu Outbreak
Japan faces record flu outbreak causing drug shortages due to panic buying, alongside avian influenza leading to mass bird culls and rising egg prices.
Kansas Battles Historic Tuberculosis Outbreak Amid Health Policy Shake-Up 😷
Kansas is facing a historic tuberculosis outbreak with at least two deaths and dozens treated, coinciding with health policy shifts in Washington. Here’s what you need to know.
Mohan Port on China-Laos Railway Becomes World’s First WHO ‘Sanitary Crossing’ 🚉🌍
Mohan railway port on the China-Laos Railway becomes the world’s first international sanitary ground crossing designated by WHO, highlighting its advanced public health capabilities.
McDonald’s Onion Scare: E. coli Outbreak Hits 13 States
McDonald’s onions have been linked to an E. coli outbreak affecting 90 people across 13 U.S. states. Find out what’s happening and how McDonald’s is responding to the crisis.
China Unveils First Obesity Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines 🏥💪
China’s National Health Commission has released its first guidelines on obesity diagnosis and treatment, aiming to tackle the country’s rising obesity rates and promote healthier lifestyles.
WHO Gives Green Light to First Mpox Test for Emergency Use 🧪
WHO approves first emergency use mpox test developed by Abbott Labs, boosting testing in outbreak regions. The Alinity m MPXV assay uses PCR technology for rapid virus detection. 🧪🌍
Africa’s Mpox Crisis: 30,000 Suspected Cases and Counting 🌍
The WHO reports nearly 30,000 suspected mpox cases across Africa in 2024, with the DRC hardest hit. International aid steps in as the continent battles this health crisis.