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Pair self-isolating in UK after return from cruise ship affected by hantavirus outbreak

Two individuals who recently returned to the UK from a cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak have been instructed to self-isolate, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed. The agency reassured the public that "the risk to general public remains very low" following their return from the MV…

The Independent UK

Little risk of onward hantavirus transmission as variant identified – expert

It comes as a Briton on board is set to be medically evacuated from the ship.

Evening Standard

Briton in critical but stable condition after suspected hantavirus outbreak

Three people have died and at least three others are ill, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said in a statement to The Associated Press.

Evening Standard

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Lebanon hit by more than 100 attacks on healthcare during Israeli strikes, WHO says

Israeli strikes have hit hospitals, ambulances and health workers, according to the World Health Organisation

The Independent UK

'A Nefarious Organisation:' Argentina Joins US in Leaving WHO Amid Health Controversies

Argentina officially exited the World Health Organisation (WHO) on 17 March 2026, joining the United States in a historic pivot toward 'health sovereignty' and bilateral diplomacy.

International Business Times UK

Measles ‘re-established’ in the UK, say global health chiefs

The World Health Organisation said measles transmission was re-established in the UK in 2024.

Evening Standard

Sunbed age crackdown to help protect teens from skin cancer danger

Mandatory ID checks could be introduced in sunbed shops across the UK

The Independent UK

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More focus is needed on childhood sexual abuse to combat Australia’s suicide problem

One person dies from suicide every 40 seconds according to the World Health Organisation.

The Conversation

UN human rights office in 'survival mode' with €77m budget shortfall, Türk says

Many UN organisations, including the World Health Organisation and the International Organisation for Migration, have slashed spending this year because some donors have cut back foreign aid.

Euronews

WHO Releases Global Guidelines on Using Weight Loss Jabs In Treating Obesity, Warns About Supply Shortage

The World Health Organisation says GLP‑1 weight‑loss jabs, originally for diabetes, can also treat obesity.

International Business Times UK

Charming photo of a ladybird on a sunflower among the winners of My Perspective 2025

Entrants from Australia, China, France and the UK take top billing in the 15th Down's Syndrome Association annual international photo awards

Digital Camera World

Canada no longer measles-free after 5,000 cases recorded this year

The outbreak has already led to the deaths of two babies

The Independent UK

Teenagers are vaping ‘at a much higher rate than adults’, WHO data reveals

Rates of vaping among 13 to 15-year-olds are ‘on average nine times higher than the prevalence among adults’, the World Health Organisation said

The Independent UK

‘Alarming’ number of people vape, global health leaders warn

The World Health Organisation has released estimates on the numbers of people who vape for the first time.

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Voices: Taxes on alcohol and smoking can help countries facing severe aid cuts

COMMENT: The benefits of health taxes are clear, writes the World Health Organisation's Jeremy Farrar. But it requires political courage to invest in all of our futures

Euronews

Scandinavians trust international organisations more than rest of Europe - report

Scandinavian countries are among those with the highest levels of trust in international institutions worldwide, and the highest in Europe, with the United Nations and the World Health Organisation ranking as the most trusted.

The Independent UK

10 children from Gaza arrive in UK for urgent medical care

Officials confirmed the first group of children have arrived in the UK.

Evening Standard

Ten children from Gaza arrive in UK for urgent medical care

Officials confirmed the first group of children have arrived in the UK.

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Harry’s foundation makes donation to help children injured in Gaza and Ukraine

Archewell made the grant to coincide with Harry’s visit to the Centre for Blast Injury Studies in London.

The Independent UK

Harry and Meghan’s Archewell foundation donates $500,000 to help children in Gaza and Ukraine

It follows a £1.1 million personal donation made by Harry to BBC Children in Need on Tuesday

International Business Times UK

Scientists Reveal Eating Cherries in THIS Way Can Help Prevent Major Illness Affecting 6.7m Americans

New research highlights cherries as a nutrient-packed fruit that may lower the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes if consumed daily.

The Independent UK

Vaccine sceptic doctor uses Reform conference speech to link king’s cancer to Covid vaccine

Health secretary Wes Streeting criticised the party for allowing Dr Aseem Malhotra to speak

The Independent UK

Ham and bacon sold in Tesco and M&S found to contain cancer-causing chemicals

Cancer Research UK estimates about 13 per cent of the 44,100 cases of bowel cancer diagnosed each year in the UK are linked to eating processed meat

Euronews

Over 1,000 aid-seekers killed in Gaza since May, UN human rights office says

In January, Israel banned the main UN organisation delivering aid to Palestinians in Gaza, UNRWA, from operating, claiming the agency turned a blind eye to Hamas members in its ranks.

The Guardian - UK

UK government faces legal action over not evacuating critically ill children from Gaza

Exclusive: Law firm representing three children says failure to facilitate medical evacuations is stark contrast to other conflicts

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