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Should SNAP Benefits Be Restricted to Healthy Foods Only?

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, serves as a lifeline for over 42 million Americans, aiming to alleviate food insecurity and promote nutritional well-being. Recently, a contentious debate has emerged: should SNAP benefits be restricted to healthy foods only? Proponents argue that such measures could…

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As Texas’s measles outbreak slows, officials warn of rise in other states

Cases in New Mexico and Kansas give experts reason to be ‘concerned’ in second-worst US measles year since 2000

The Guardian - US

Millions of women use abortion drugs safely. Experts warn anti-abortion groups are pushing ‘bogus’ science to get them banned

ANALYSIS: Analysis: Health officials are reviewing a dubious report that claims dangerous complications from mifepristone. Public health researchers and scientists tell Julia Musto and Alex Woodward they’re extremely skeptical

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‘Do your own research’: RFK Jr. pushes dangerous anti-science advice as White House health report gets demolished

RFK Jr. tells Americans to ignore medical experts.

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Climate change fuelling spread of deadly fungal infections, study warns

Fungal infections, long neglected by global health policy, could spark major public health crisis in coming decades

The Independent UK

Cannabis users in Thailand ‘will need medical certificates’

Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin says cannabis users in Thailand will be required to have medical certificates to make sure that the plant is used for medical purposes only.

Bangkok Post

FDA will approve COVID-19 vaccine only for older adults and high-risk groups – a public health expert explains the new rules

On May 20, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration announced a new stance on who should receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Universal vaccines could reshape how we fight future outbreaks – but a broad approach is needed

Every year, the race begins anew. Scientists scramble to track mutating viruses, pharmaceutical companies reformulate vaccines and public health systems brace for another season of jabs and logistics.

The Conversation

XEC variant of Covid-19 'spreading 7 times faster than the flu'

The Public Health Ministry is closely watching the XEC variant of Covid-19, which is spreading seven times faster than regular flu.

Bangkok Post

Spring Into Youth: How 30 Daily Minutes Outdoors Can Rewind Your Biological Clock

Current public health guidelines, including those from the World Health Organization (WHO), recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate outdoor activity per week to maintain optimal health.

Medical Daily

Is this bad for my health? Kenyan study tests three types of warning labels on food

The Conversation

Covid-19 death tolls in Europe highlight stark regional differences in 2020 and 2021

The political decisions made during 2020 and 2021 to combat the Covid-19 pandemic profoundly altered daily life. Professionally, societies faced partial unemployment and widespread adoption of remote work; personally, individuals endured lockdowns and social distancing measures. These interventions aimed to reduce infection rates and ease pressure on healthcare systems, with…

The Conversation

Growing up on a farm can prevent asthma and allergies

According to Québec’s public health research centre, the Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ), the proportion of people suffering from asthma in the province has almost doubled since the early 2000s. It rose from 6.4 per cent to 11 per cent between 2001 and 2017.

The Conversation

Junk science, vaccine refusers and the return of smallpox: what worries one of Australia’s top epidemiologists

More than five years into the Covid pandemic, Guardian Australia asks Raina MacIntyre: what’s the next big threat to public health, and are we up to the challenge?

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To boost the nation’s health, the government’s proposed food strategy must put people over profits

On election night, a triumphant Anthony Albanese took to the stage brandishing a Medicare card as a symbol of the nation’s commitment to public healthcare.

The Guardian - US

Florida becomes second state to ban adding fluoride to drinking water

Law goes against concerns of public health experts but aligns with Robert F Kennedy Jr’s views

The Conversation

How a toxic seaweed choking Caribbean beaches could become a valuable resource

Each year, between March and October, large amounts of brown seaweed called sargassum wash up on the shores of Caribbean islands – choking beaches, damaging marine life and threatening tourism and public health. But a number of local entrepreneurs are hoping the seaweed could create an economic opportunity.

International Business Times

Trump Admin Axes Safeguards Against 'Forever Chemicals' In Drinking Water

President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday moved to scrap limits on several toxic "forever chemicals" in drinking water, reversing what had been hailed as a landmark public health victory.

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Why Did RFK JR Go Swimming In Rock Creek Brimming With Fecael Contamination and E. Coli?

RFK Jr. swam in Washington D.C.'s polluted Rock Creek with his grandchildren, drawing backlash for ignoring health warnings. Critics say it undermines public trust; his team claims it was an environmental statement.

Evening Standard

Cryptosporidium outbreak at Cowbridge farm reaches 81 cases

Public health officials urge farm visitors to wash hands after petting animals as more cases linked to animal feeding sessions emerge.

Latin Times

RFK Jr. Says 'I Don't Think People Should Take Medical Advice From Me' After Being Asked Whether He'd Vaccinate His Children For Measles

HHS Secretary sidesteps direct question on childhood vaccinations, sparking backlash over mixed messaging and public health leadership.

The Guardian - US

Critic of Covid boosters set to enact tough agenda as top US vaccines official

Vinay Prasad, outspoken critic of pharmaceutical industry and of his peers in public health, to take over CBER

Evening Standard

UK high streets falling ‘short of mark’ promoting health and well-being – report

The Royal Society for Public Health found that 53% of the public said their local high street did not have enough shops selling healthy food.

The Conversation

Can AI help prevent suicide? How real-time monitoring may be the next big step in mental health care

Suicide represents one of the most complex and heartbreaking challenges in public health. One major difficulty in preventing suicide is knowing when someone is struggling.

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10 Ways to Crush Medical Debt Without Destroying Your Life

Medical debt can be crushing. In fact, 58.5% of respondents to a 2019 study published in the American Journal of Public Health said medical expenses contributed to their bankruptcy. Don’t let medical debt destroy your life. Here are 10 ways to reduce your debt and work on repayment without losing…

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