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A new Ebola outbreak has been declared. Here’s what we know

This outbreak began with a 34-year-old pregnant woman who was admitted to hospital and died five days later

The Independent UK

There’s a new outbreak of Ebola in Africa. Here’s what you need to know

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has declared a new Ebola outbreak in Kasai Province. It’s caused by the most severe strain: Zaire Ebola virus.

The Conversation

Can you ‘microdose’ exercise?

“Microdosing” originally meant taking tiny amounts of psychedelics (such as mushrooms) to enhance mood or performance, with fewer side effects.

The Conversation

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Ebola vaccination begins in southern Congo

The World Health Organization says vaccination has begun for those exposed to the Ebola virus and front-line health workers in southern Kasai province

The Independent UK

Concerns over fluoride levels in drinking water as expert urges Britain to reassess dosage

THE FLUORIDATION OF WATER IN BRITAIN : Researchers in Europe set a new limit for children’s fluoride consumption after a string of studies suggested too much exposure to the chemical in drinking water may be damaging. But how solid is the evidence — and what do experts think? Michele Paduano…

The Independent UK

‘My village is a graveyard’: Afghans describe devastation after earthquake

Thousands have been displaced and many have nowhere to shelter, just weeks before winter hits.

Al Jazeera

Viv Prince death: Celebrated Pretty Things drummer dies, aged 84

Jack White was among those to pay tribute to the colourful music veteran, who also performed with The Who

The Independent UK

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The Who add one 'final' date to their North American farewell tour

The Who will say goodbye to North America with a show in Greater Palm Springs, California, on Wednesday, October 1

Louder

Ebola vaccine reaches epicenter of Congo outbreak as officials race to contain spread

The World Health Organization said limited access and adequate funding are a key challenge in its response to the Ebola outbreak in southern Congo

The Independent UK

What the media gets wrong about death – and how to fix it

Each day, we’re confronted with headlines about death: millions lost to disease, disasters, overwork or unhealthy lifestyles. But much of this reporting doesn’t reflect reality – and it may be doing more harm than good.

The Conversation

52 Times Health Inspectors Were Not Prepared For The Sight They Would Be Exposed To

"What's the worst thing you've ever found when inspecting a restaurant/shop?"

Bored Panda

Israel kills dozens in Gaza as Amnesty warns of ‘unlawful’ displacement

Amnesty International urges Israel to ‘immediately rescind’ mass displacement order as WHO vows to remain in Gaza City.

Al Jazeera

How women's gut health could affect their risk of preterm birth

The study was based on data from more than 5,000 pregnant women in China.

Euronews

Progress stalls in fight against chronic diseases. These European countries have fared best

Among wealthy Western nations, neighbours in Europe landed at the top and bottom of the pack when it comes to chronic disease.

Euronews

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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

Evening Standard

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.

Euronews

Millions of people with diabetes do not know they have it. What are the signs?

People with diabetes were most likely to be diagnosed in high-income North America, and most likely to be treated in high-income Asia Pacific.

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.

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Alarm as WHO accepts increasing amount of dark money from corporate donors

Experts say millions in corporate funding and concealment of donors’ identities raises key conflict-of-interest concerns

Euronews

Evacuating Gaza children to Europe: Moral obligation or security issue?

The World Health Organization and several international NGOs have raised the alarm on the need to evacuate sick and injured children from Gaza. But some governments refuse to welcome patients from the Strip out of fear of repercussions to their security and migration policies.

The Conversation

Latest data suggests Australia is overcoming its sugar addiction

Australia is now meeting the World Health Organization’s (WHO) guidelines on sugar, which recommend keeping sugar below 10% of daily energy intake.

The Independent UK

Taliban urged to lift female aid worker restrictions following devastating earthquakes

Thousands have been killed while many more have been injured by a magnitude-6 earthquake

Benzinga

FDA Tightens Grip On Safe Weight Loss Drugs, WHO Adds Them To Essential Medicines List

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday established a "green list" import alert to help stop potentially dangerous GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) from unverified foreign sources from entering the U.S. market.

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

Al Jazeera

Afghan survivors struggle in the wake of deadly earthquake

More than 2,200 deaths as southeast Afghanistan grapples with aftermath of a powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake.

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