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'Unprecedented’ situation as two African countries report outbreaks of Marburg virus

For the first time, the world is seeing two simultaneous outbreaks of the Marburg virus – one in Equatorial Guinea, the other in Tanzania. The Marburg virus is just as deadly as Ebola, to which it is closely related, but it has been extremely rare until now.

France 24

New Covid variant 'Arcturus' causes surge in cases as masks become compulsory in some areas

It has been made compulsory in some states for people to wear face coverings, which in many areas is the first time this has been done in more than a year

Nottingham Post

India increases Covid booster jab production after surge in cases

Mock hospital drills held as new Omicron variant suspected of causing highest number of infections since 2022

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Alarm raised after new Covid variant emerges as cases soar in India

The country’s health ministry has been organising drills to see whether or not hospitals are prepared to deal with a major influx of patients

Irish Mirror

Ukraine war: the devastating effects of conflict on infant mortality rates – new research

The brutal war in Ukraine is now over a year old. While estimates of the numbers of civilians killed and injured vary, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has estimated that 8,317 civilians have been killed and a further 13,892 injured from the beginning of the war…

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New 'Arcturus' Covid variant as surge of cases sees face mask rules return

The strain, a sub-variant of Omicron, has resulted in a 13-fold increase of cases across India with protection measures put back in place for the first time in a year.

Daily Record

New Covid variant sparks fear as India sees huge surge of infections

The World Health Organisation said it is currently monitoring the new variant

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New Covid variant 'Arcturus' emerges with compulsory masks returning after surge

The troubling 'Arcturus' Covid variant is more formally known as the Omicron sub-variant XBB.1.16 with most cases coming from India which has seen a recent surge in infections

Daily Mirror

H3N8 virus: 56-year-old dies of Avian influenza A(H3N8) in China; know the symptoms, severity of this viral infection

Three cases of human infection with an avian influenza A(H3N8) virus have been reported from China, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said Tuesday.

The Times of India

China records first known human death from H3N8 bird flu, says WHO

A woman in China has become the world’s first known human fatality from H3N8 bird flu, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said.

Evening Standard

China records world's first human death from H3N8 bird flu -WHO

A Chinese woman has become the first person to die from a type of bird flu that is rare in humans, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said, but the strain does not appear to spread between people.

Reuters

China reports first human death due to H3N8 bird flu

The WHO says the woman, who died in March, probably contracted the virus at a market and the risk of spread is low.

Al Jazeera

‘Arcturus,’ a highly transmissible COVID variant eyed by the WHO, appears to have a new symptom. Here's what you need to know

XBB.1.16 may not be just another run-of-the-mill Omicron, according to a prominent pediatrician in India.

Fortune

Roger Daltrey says it's unlikely The Who will ever tour The US again

"I never say never, but at the moment it’s very doubtful" - Roger Daltrey

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Bangkok Post

Time to commit to 'Health for All'

On World Health Day that falls on April 7, the World Health Organization celebrates 75 years of improving public health and well-being in the Southeast Asia region and globally, fully committed to achieving Health for All through universal health coverage (UHC) -- when all people can access the health services…

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Kiss's Tommy Thayer names 11 guitarists who shaped his sound

The Spaceman offers his pick of the greatest riff-masters, salutes the player who invented the power chord and reveals the guitarist his bandmates compare him to (and it's not Ace Frehley)

The Guardian - UK

Shout it from the rooftops: the noise pollution in towns and cities is killing us

The din of Britain’s conurbations affects poorer people disproportionately, blighting lives in cheaply built homes, says Guardian columnist Coco Khan

The Conversation

Cervical cancer can be beaten - the key is vaccinating young girls

In 2020 the World Health Organization introduced a plan to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat by 2030. The first step towards this goal is to have 90% of girls fully vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV) by the age of 15 years. Gynaecological oncologist Lynette Denny spells out…

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The Conversation

Mental health plays a big role in advancing the economy - we need a measure beyond GDP

Indonesia is performing comparatively well in its economic growth amid the current global economic slowdown.

Bangkok Post

Social inequality 'hampers health'

Social inequality remains an obstacle in the provision of health care. As such, countries should not only focus on the financial aspect of universal health coverage but also empowering people, according to Jos Vandelaer, World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Thailand.

The Independent UK

China health officials lash out at WHO, defend virus search

Chinese health officials have defended their search for the source of the COVID-19 virus and lashed out at the World Health Organization after its leader said Beijing should have shared genetic and other information earlier

The Times of India

Indian mushroom farmer becomes the first-ever victim of rare fungal disease; samples sent to WHO

An Indian farmer became the first victim of the rare fungal ailment known as Silver Leaf disease, which is known to be fatal for plants, generating a major panic.The 61-year-old Indian farmer who apparently produced mushrooms asked for help after three months of exhibiting flu-like symptoms and swallowing difficulties, according…

Reuters

China CDC urges WHO to take 'scientific, fair' position on COVID origins

The head of China's Center For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Saturday urged the World Health Organization (WHO) to return to a "scientific, fair" position in tracing the origin of COVID-19.

The Independent UK

NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week

Social media users shared a range of false claims this week

Al Jazeera

WHO chief urges China to share information on COVID origins

Global health agency scientists say new Chinese study released this week offered some ‘clues’ on origins but no answers.

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