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HEALTHAug 26Fla .: Surgeon Gen . Ladapo advances plan to drop 4 school vaccine mandates for pre - K - 12 studentsFlorida's Surgeon General Ladapo is moving forward with a plan to eliminate four vaccine mandates for pre-K through 12th-grade students. This initiative represents a significant change in state public health policy.oann.com · United States
HEALTHAug 26Doctors are finally learning to manage antidepressant withdrawalWithdrawal symptoms following long-term SSRI use appear far more pervasive and serious than previously realised. Now medical bodies are rethinking how and when to stop taking themNew Scientist
HEALTHAug 26Yar’Adua Cancer Centre partners Innova to establish oncology hub in AbujaBy Golok Nanmwa JOS: The International Cancer Centre Abuja, ICCA, founded by the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua’s widow, Hajiya Turai Yar’Adua, has entered into a partnership with Singapore-based Innova Healthcare Nigeria Limited to establish a comprehensive oncology centre in Abuja. The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, for the project, which is […] The post Yar’Adua Cancer Centre partners Innova to establish oncology hub in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHAug 26Falana urges FG to enforce NHIA Act, ensure health cover for Nigerians—As stakeholders launch N1bn insurance trust fund for entertainers By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS: Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, Mr Femi Falana, has urged the Federal Government to fully implement the National Health Insurance Authority, NHIA, Act, 2022, to guarantee health insurance coverage for Nigerians. Falana said the law, which provides for […] The post Falana urges FG to enforce NHIA Act, ensure health cover for Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHAug 26Frankfurt Airport worker dies after malaria infectionAn unusual cluster of malaria cases at Frankfurt Airport infected six employees, one fatally. It is thought to have been caused by a mosquito brought in on an aircraft.DW News [en]
HEALTHAug 26Mary Habila had heart condition, died of cardiac arrest – FamilyThe family of Mary Habila, the 25-year-old nurse who died at the residence of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said she had been diagnosed with a hole in her heart and died following a cardiac arrest. Habila was buried on Friday in her hometown of Nok, Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State. […] The post Mary Habila had heart condition, died of cardiac arrest – Family appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHAug 26Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu asks officials to roll out Sanjeevani project across Andhra Pradesh from January 1The AI-based system should be implemented effectively to bring about a major transformation in healthcare delivery in the State, says the Chief MinisterThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 26Commentary : A cancer vaccine is closer than everA commentary suggests that the development of a cancer vaccine is closer to realization than ever before. This indicates significant progress in medical research with potential health benefits.dailyrepublic.com · United States
HEALTHAug 26Hong Kong customs seizes HK$11m of suspected sex pills, cancer drugs at warehouseHong Kong customs officers have seized suspected men’s sexual health pills and cancer treatment drugs worth more than HK$11 million (US$1.4 million) in a Sheung Shui warehouse, arresting two people. Inspector Shirley Woo Suet‑yi of the syndicate crimes investigation bureau at the Customs and Excise Department said on Wednesday that officers had noticed a rising demand for controlled pharmaceutical products in recent weeks. Investigators launched the probe early this month and identified an...South China Morning Post
HEALTHAug 26Hot weather in the UK is now almost as deadly as a cold snapCold weather has always killed more people than hot weather in England and Wales – but that's about to changeNew Scientist
HEALTHAug 26Summit rises as lead drug from Akeso outperforms Astra’s Imfinzi in late-stage trialA drug called Summit, developed by Akeso, has reportedly outperformed Astra's Imfinzi in a late-stage trial. This indicates a significant development in pharmaceutical competition.Seeking Alpha Tech
HEALTHAug 26Lawmaker raises alarm over deaths of children in Rano LGAThe Kano State House of Assembly has called on Governor Abba Yusuf to take urgent action to contain a severe diphtheria outbreak that has killed an unspecified number of children in the Rano Local Government Area (LGA). The post Lawmaker raises alarm over deaths of children in Rano LGA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHAug 26Eli Lilly says Zepbound cut healthcare costs in older adults in real-world studyEli Lilly announced that its drug Zepbound demonstrated a reduction in healthcare costs for older adults in a real-world study. This finding highlights a potential economic benefit of the medication.Seeking Alpha Tech
HEALTHAug 26Bruce Willis' family will donate his brain to science for dementia researchThe family has confirmed their plans with the hope that this decision will help researchers better understand frontotemporal dementia. This was decided by his wife, Emma Heming Willis, his ex-wife Demi Moore, and his five daughters.Clarín
HEALTHAug 26Kenyan mothers die by the hundreds in childbirth as health care remains weakAfricanews [en]
HEALTHAug 26France: flight attendant's breast cancer is recognised as occupational diseaseA former Air France flight attendant has had her breast cancer recognised as an occupational illness, a first in France. Judges pointed to night shifts, ionising radiation and second-hand smoke.EuroNews [en]
HEALTHAug 26German airport worker dies of malaria after 'mosquito arrives on plane'BBC World
HEALTHAug 26Simple vaccine could slash risk of dementia , stroke AND heart disease , study finds - experts urge Britons to get their shingles jabA study suggests a simple vaccine could reduce the risk of dementia, stroke, and heart disease. Experts are consequently encouraging Britons to receive their shingles vaccination for these potential benefits.dailymail.com · United States
HEALTHAug 26No lead poisoning in children linked to infant formula scare: health authoritiesHong Kong health authorities have confirmed that no child showed signs of poisoning after drinking a batch of infant formula found to contain excessive levels of lead. The Department of Health gave an update on Wednesday, a month after Macau authorities alerted the public that a batch of Frisolac Prestige Stage 1 infant formula, manufactured by the Dutch company Royal FrieslandCampina, might contain lead levels exceeding permissible limits. The department said its dedicated hotline and the...South China Morning Post
HEALTHAug 26NEET aspirant ends life in Kota apartment, eighth coaching student death this yearThe 20-year-old was reportedly distressed after scoring around 450 marks in her previous NEET-UG attemptThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 26Otti commissions 80-bed Obingwa hospital, renames it after late Chima UbaniGovernor Otti explained that the decision to name the hospital after Chima Ubani was a tribute to the late activist’s courage, compassion, and lifelong commitment to justice, democracy, and the welfare of ordinary Nigerians. The post Otti commissions 80-bed Obingwa hospital, renames it after late Chima Ubani appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHAug 26COMIC: 7 lifestyle habits that may boost your chances of getting pregnantThis illustrated guide has evidence-backed advice on how to support fertility for both men and women, including which foods to eat and which activities to avoid.NPR News
HEALTHAug 26Shingles vaccine may lower risk of stroke and heart failureBeing vaccinated against shingles has been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease before, but now a study suggests that the vaccine that is currently being used reduces the odds more than earlier versions of the shotNew Scientist
HEALTHAug 26Nigeria Health Watch launches tracker to hold 2027 candidates accountable for health promisesWith Nigeria’s 2027 general elections approaching, health advocates are pushing for healthcare to become a more prominent issue in political campaigns and manifestos. The post Nigeria Health Watch launches tracker to hold 2027 candidates accountable for health promises appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times