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Caught Between Killers: Ebola on One Side, Islamic State on the Other
The World Health Organization warns of an Ebola spread in rural Congo while communities face security threats.
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How hot summer leaves young people anxious about climate change
Recent reports from major health and news organizations highlight rising climate anxiety among young people following extreme summer heat.
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The Best Types of Puzzles to Keep Your Brain Sharp as You Age
Recent reporting examines the role of puzzles, daily activities, and cognitive training in supporting lifelong brain health and memory.
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Ebola tops 11,000 cases in Congo’s deadliest outbreak
Congo's Ebola outbreak has reached 11,042 confirmed cases and 5,387 deaths, making it the deadliest in the country's history and the second-largest globally.
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Her Death From Dengue May Signal That the Disease Is Here to Stay
Florida's dengue outbreak has reached at least 252 locally acquired cases this year, the largest in a U.S. state in decades, with one death reported in Tampa.
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The latest Ebola outbreak could be the worst ever
Congo's Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has surpassed 11,000 cases, becoming the country's deadliest Ebola epidemic on record.
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Teenagers worldwide aren't getting enough exercise
A new World Health Organization report reveals a global decline in adolescent physical activity, sparking a major corporate push for youth fitness.
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Healthier salt could prevent millions of deaths from heart disease and stroke, study finds
A modeling study of 193 countries estimates that replacing regular salt with potassium-enriched salt could prevent nearly 3 million deaths a year from cardiovascular and kidney disease.
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Cutting This One Food Could Drastically Reduce Your Colon Cancer Risk
New reports and contrasting studies are examining the link between ultra-processed foods, processed meats, and an increased risk of colon cancer.
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Health officials race to trace source of Nigeria's Ebola infection
Health officials are actively racing to trace the source of an Ebola infection in Nigeria tied to the Bundibugyo virus.
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Ebola Outbreak in Africa Reaches Widest Expansion Ever
An unprecedented Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo surpasses 10,000 cases as it spreads to Nigeria and Kenya.
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WHO says not informed Nigeria Ebola patient visited Congo
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Late detection in Nigeria raises alarm as Ebola spreads across Africa
Africa faces a complex Ebola outbreak following its spread to Nigeria, prompting alarm from the World Health Organization over late detection.
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What to know about the Ebola outbreak that has spread from Congo to 4 other countries
An Ebola outbreak originating in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded to four other countries, including Nigeria and Kenya.
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Nigeria's first Ebola holidayed in Uganda, officials say
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Menopause is normal, suffering through it shouldn't be
Recent coverage surrounding World Menopause Day highlights persistent failures in women's health and calls for better research.
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As Ebola spreads in eastern Congo, mothers and children shun vital care
11 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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These common infections can cause cancer. Here’s what can lower your risk.
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Taiwan closely monitoring plague rumors: premier
Taiwan closely monitors online rumors regarding a pneumonic plague outbreak spreading from Russia into China.
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Kenya Records Ebola Case for First Time
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Officials Claim Stable Health Situation in Irkutsk After Anti-Plague Institute Worker’s Death
Global health agencies and officials respond following the death of an anti-plague institute worker in Russia.
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Thousands flee Congo Ebola-hit camp, stoking concerns about disease spread
13 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Too many women face a "diagnostic odyssey" at the doctor's office. This $20 billion plan could change things.
A 20 billion dollar plan and a landmark science publication put the spotlight on the systemic gender healthcare gap.
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Breast cancer by the numbers: What to know about diagnoses, survival rates
Current health coverage focuses on breast cancer awareness, early detection, and survival statistics.
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Renewed War in Yemen Has Killed More Than 800, W.H.O. Says
Renewed warfare in Yemen kills over 800 people and displaces over 145,000, according to recent international reports.
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DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak spreads to two new health zones, WHO says
The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling its largest Ebola outbreak as confirmed cases surpass 8,000 and fatalities reach 3,833.
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Antibiotic resistance research calls for tests that reflect bacteria's changing environments
8 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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CIDRAP Op-Ed: Measles is a grown-up problem, too. Are you at risk?
Recent commentary highlights growing concerns over measles outbreaks, vaccination gaps, and systemic health challenges.
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WHO Issues New Guidelines on How to Reduce Dementia Cases by 45%
8 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Congo’s Ebola burial teams battle community anger, fatigue and fear of infection
Ebola containment efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo are faltering as burial teams face community hostility and severe funding shortages.
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Over 6,000 Ebola cases confirmed in DRC as death toll nears 3,000
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Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo spreads to 2 new health zones with a total of 60 areas now affected
An Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has expanded to 60 affected areas, sparking an urgent vaccination campaign.
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World Health Organization says Ebola outbreak in Uganda is over
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Congo's Ebola outbreak records one of its highest weekly death tolls yet
6 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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6 ways to protect your brain and reduce dementia risk
Global health coverage is highlighting modifiable lifestyle habits and WHO guidelines to reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
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Congo to receive 70,000 doses of Ervebo Ebola vaccine which has been effective in past outbreaks
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is receiving 70,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine to combat an unprecedented Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain.
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‘Mismatched’ vaccine being rolled out against Ebola outbreak
Health authorities and global outlets report ongoing rollout discussions and upcoming trials for Ebola vaccines in the DRC.
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Congo’s Ebola outbreak is on track to surpass the deadliest one in history, WHO chief says
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DR Congo Ebola epidemic becomes world’s second largest outbreak
A fast-growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surged to become the second-largest epidemic on record.
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Tropical Diseases Like Dengue Fever and Chikungunya Are on the Rise in Europe
6 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Ebola cases in Congo top 3,200, nearing record of the country’s worst outbreak
10 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Rapid Review Quiz: Evidence-Based Prevention of Dementia
New WHO guidelines and scientific reviews suggest up to 45% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed through targeted lifestyle interventions.
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Healthy diet too expensive for one in three people globally, UN report finds
A new United Nations report finds healthy diets remain too expensive for one in three people globally as conflicts and shocks threaten progress.
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WHO says almost half of dementia cases ‘preventable’ with new health guidelines
The World Health Organization reports that nearly 50% of dementia cases are preventable through specific lifestyle changes and new health guidelines.
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Popular sugar substitutes linked to faster brain aging
Recent research suggests a strong correlation between high artificial sweetener consumption and accelerated cognitive and memory decline.
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Ebola is not abating
Ebola containment efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda are stalling due to intensifying security threats and the nature of the virus.
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Cancer rates are expected to nearly double in the next 24 years
The World Health Organization warns that global cancer cases are projected to nearly double by the year 2050, with a heavy impact on low-income nations.
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U.S. Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo
A second American aid worker infected with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been evacuated to Germany for treatment.
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Unprecedented European Heatwave Has Killed More Than 20,000, New Study Claims
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US starts vaccine effort for Ebola Bundibugyo as outbreak spreads
7 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus, Democratic Republic of the Congo & Uganda
An Ebola outbreak linked to the Bundibugyo virus is spreading rapidly through the Democratic Republic of the Congo and into Uganda.
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Ebola patients flee treatment centres in Congo for food as hunger crisis deepens
Ebola patients flee treatment centres in Congo for food as confirmed cases rise to 896.
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Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zones
Ebola’s Bundibugyo strain spreads across Congo’s health zones, raising cross-border alarms
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A cracked coffin, a funeral and the hunt for Ebola's patient zero
Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have surpassed 600 as international agencies accelerate the search for the outbreak's origin.