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NZ’s changing diet: Māori bread and jackfruit join other new foods in the country’s nutritional database

The latest update to the New Zealand food composition database, a comprehensive collection of nutrient data collated jointly by Plant Food Research and the Ministry of Health, brings more than just numbers: it adds insights into culturally important foods and their role in diets.

The Conversation

Uganda battles new Ebola outbreak – and a vaccine hesitancy crisis

Amid sixth outbreak of Sudan Ebola virus, Ugandans bemoan lack of official communication and fears for the economy.

Al Jazeera

NZ is consulting the public on regulations for puberty blockers – this should be a medical decision not a political one

The growing politicisation and rise in misinformation about the use of puberty blockers for gender-affirming healthcare has resulted in bans and restrictions internationally.

The Conversation

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93 Killed In Gaza Airstrike, Including 25 Children

Tragic airstrike in Beit Lahiya, Gaza claims 93 lives, including 25 children. Survivors recount harrowing experiences amidst renewed military campaign.

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War’s public health impacts are vast

New research is shedding light on how war inflicts mortality, displaces families, and erodes mental health

Salon

How National readers' donations to MAP have been used in Gaza

AN INTERNATIONAL charity which aims to provide humanitarian aid to Palestinians has published a detailed report on how it has helped the people from…

The National (Scotland)

Death Toll Rises To 18 In Beirut Explosion

Beirut explosion death toll rises to 18, with 92 wounded. Global support pouring in for recovery efforts.

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Lessons from Cyclone Gabrielle: 5 key health priorities for future disaster response

“The climate crisis is a health crisis.” So says World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus.

The Conversation

‘It’s needless death’: Ugandan activists decry restrictive abortion laws

Abortion is generally illegal in Uganda, and fear of imprisonment leads many to resort to extreme and unsafe practices.

Al Jazeera

37 Killed In Twin Wireless Device Attacks In Lebanon

Tragedy strikes Lebanon with 37 lives lost in wireless device attacks, prompting safety concerns and unity calls.

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Gaza publishes identities of 34,344 Palestinians killed in war with Israel

Document runs to 649 pages and includes 169 babies born after the Hamas attacks of 7 October

The Guardian - UK

Three Killed In Israeli Strikes On Southern Lebanon

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon lead to casualties as conflict with Hezbollah intensifies, threatening regional stability.

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NZ already spends less on health than Australia or Canada – we need proper funding, not ‘crisis’ management

We are being told the health system is in crisis, “on the brink of failure” – spending beyond its budget, waiting times getting longer, suffering from widespread staff shortages.

The Conversation

Gaza's health ministry says polio found in sewage

‘Detecting virus that causes polio in sewage portends a real health disaster,’ Gaza’s health ministry says

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21,000 Children Missing In Gaza Since War Began

Children in Gaza face separation, displacement, and uncertainty amidst conflict. Urgent need for protection and assistance. International community called ...

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At least eight killed in Israeli air strike on UNRWA aid centre in Gaza

The main gate of the compound, facilitating aid distribution and housing the displaced, was hit in the attack.

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Ambar Zenteno Engages In Productive Meeting With Ministry Of Health

Ambar Zenteno and other key figures engage in a productive meeting between Corazón Turquesa and the Ministry of Health, emphasizing collaboration for posit...

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53 Killed, 357 Injured In Gaza By Israeli Military Operations

Recent Israeli military operations in Gaza have resulted in 53 deaths and 357 injuries, adding to the ongoing conflict's toll. The situation calls for urge...

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Two PRCS Medics Killed In Israeli Bombardment In Gaza

Tragic loss of PRCS medics in Gaza due to Israeli bombardment underscores risks faced by healthcare workers in conflict zones.

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Why the U.N. revised the numbers of women and children killed in Gaza

Here's a closer look at the United Nations' breakdown of casualties. The overall total of more than 35,000 Palestinians killed since Oct. 7, based on Gaza Health Ministry figures, has not declined.

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United Nations Clarifies Gaza Death Toll Amid Confusion

UN clarifies Gaza death toll at 35,000, reducing women and children casualties by half due to updated documentation methods.

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Gaza Death Toll Rises To 34,654 In Ongoing Conflict

Gaza conflict: 34,654 deaths, 77,908 injuries reported. UNRWA highlights impact on women. Urgent need for peaceful resolution.

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Death Toll In Gaza Strip Rises To Over 34,000

Ministry of Health in Gaza reports 34,049 deaths in Gaza due to conflict. Urgent calls for peace and protection of civilians. International community seeks...

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Mass Graves Discovered In Northern Gaza

Health workers in northern Gaza are exhuming corpses from mass graves near Al-Shifa Hospital, where Israeli forces killed hundreds of Palestinians during a...

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92 Killed In Gaza In Past 24 Hours

The conflict in Gaza intensifies, resulting in tragic loss of life with civilians affected. International attention and humanitarian intervention are needed.

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