Six unmissable events in Switzerland in April 2024: From Zermatt's unplugged music festival to Swiss beer in Solothurn, there are plenty of events in ...
thelocal.ch/20240327/six-unmissable-events-in-switzerland-in-april-2024
Why Isn't Dental Health Considered Primary Medical Care?: Ailments of the mouth can put the body at risk for a slew of other ills. Some practitioners think ...
knowablemagazine.org/content/article/health-disease/2024/why-isnt-dental-health-considered-primary-medical-care
Surging dengue cases in Americas cause alarm as potentially worst-ever season looms
reuters.com/world/americas/dengue-cases-surge-americas-potentially-worst-ever-outbreak-paho-2024-03-28/
The Corona protocols show that German politicians took measures without any scientific evidence. If Switzerland signs the WHO pandemic pact ...
weltwoche.ch/daily/die-corona-protokolle-belegen-dass-die-deutsche-politik-massnahmen-ergriffen-hat-ohne-dass-wissenschaftliche-belege-vorlagen-unterschreibt-die-schweiz-den-pandemiepakt-der-who-wird-dieser-fehler-a/
UN chief says it's time to 'truly flood' Gaza with aid and calls starvation there an outrage
apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-03-23-2024-2939dce94ce6c4f1084ff3cb8444ce3a
Quick Glance: UN Chief Calls for Flooding Gaza with Aid Amidst Conflict
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged an immediate cease-fire between Israel and Hamas to provide lifesaving aid to Gaza.
- Guterres highlighted the challenges of delivering aid to Gaza and called for Israel to grant total access for humanitarian goods.
- Israel's offensive in Gaza has resulted in over 32,000 deaths and widespread destruction, raising concerns about humanitarian access amidst the conflict.
Project documents more than 63,000 migrant deaths a decade, immense danger of fleeing home
pbs.org/newshour/world/project-documents-more-than-63000-migrant-deaths-a-decade-immense-danger-of-fleeing-home
As Israel Blocks More U.N. Aid, Gaza Is on the Brink of “Most Intense Famine” Since WW2
democracynow.org/2024/3/25/gaza
Measles cases in US rise to 62 as of Thursday, says CDC: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Friday the number of measles cases in ...
reuters.com/world/us/measles-cases-us-rise-62-thursday-says-cdc-2024-03-22/
Israeli hospital raid in Gaza enters 2nd week as fighting highlights Hamas’ return to cleared areas
nbcnews.com/news/world/israeli-gaza-raid-al-shifa-2nd-week-fighting-hamas-return-rcna144599
Quick Glance: Israeli hospital raid in Gaza escalates
- Israeli military operation at Gaza's main hospital Al-Shifa continues targeting militants.
- Concerns raised over civilian casualties, including displaced individuals sheltering at the hospital.
- The raid has left the hospital in ruins, with reports of mass arrests and deteriorating conditions for patients.
- Criticism of Israel's actions and calls to end the siege on the hospital emerge, while IDF defends the operation as necessary to damage Hamas and Islamic Jihad.
The U.S. Government Defended the Overseas Business Interests of Baby Formula Makers. Kids Paid the Price.
propublica.org/article/how-america-waged-global-campaign-against-baby-formula-regulation-thailand
Trading house Mercuria to hire ex Shell LNG head Steve Hill: Energy trader Mercuria will hire prominent gas trader Steve Hill, formerly head of LNG at Shell ...
reuters.com/business/energy/energy-trading-house-mercuria-hire-former-shell-lng-head-steve-hill-sources-say-2024-03-26/
Rapid Increase in Dengue Fever Across the Americas in 2024: In 2024, the Americas will have experienced a sharp rise in dengue fever, with incidents far ...
riotimesonline.com/rapid-increase-in-dengue-fever-across-the-americas-in-2024/
In a QA session held in Geneva on Wednesday, UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese said that she could write an “encyclopaedia” on the atrocities committed ... Show more
China opens WTO dispute against US subsidies to protect its EV industry: China has initiated dispute settlement proceedings against the United States at the ...
reuters.com/world/china-opens-dispute-against-us-wto-over-discriminatory-subsidies-2024-03-26/
Quick Glance: China initiates WTO dispute over discriminatory subsidies for the EV industry
- China has initiated dispute settlement proceedings against the United States at the World Trade Organization to safeguard its interests in the electric vehicle industry, as confirmed by the Chinese mission and the WTO.
- The U.S. is accused of providing "discriminatory subsidies" under the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act, leading to the exclusion of goods from China and other WTO countries.
- The comprehensive legislation offers billions of dollars in tax credits to support consumers in purchasing electric vehicles and companies in producing renewable energy, aligning with President Joe Biden's efforts to decarbonize the significant U.S. power sector.
- China emphasized that the proceedings were launched to protect the legitimate interests of the Chinese electric vehicle industry and to ensure fair competition on the global market.
UN chief says it’s time to ‘truly flood’ Gaza with aid and calls starvation there an outrage
english.elpais.com/international/2024-03-23/un-chief-says-its-time-to-truly-flood-gaza-with-aid-and-calls-starvation-there-an-outrage.html
Universal health coverage isn't just a dream.
It can be a reality with access to high quality care that puts people first.#HealthForAll
Burundi is one of twenty countries worldwide most vulnerable to climate change, according to the International Organization for Migration ... Show more
Vaccines protect against more than 20 diseases:Cervical cancerCholera
Diphtheria
Ebola
Hepatitis B
Influenza
Japanese ... Show more
Global cholera alert: Vaccine production must be ramped up according to expert panel
spiegel.de/wissenschaft/cholera-alarm-impfstoffproduktion-muss-laut-expertengremium-hochgefahren-werden-a-a80a4379-4c15-44b2-85c8-e013bc4b4bd2
Prof Yunus honored with Unesco award: Nobel peace laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus has been honored with "The Tree of Peace" award from Unesco at the closing ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/prof-yunus-honoured-unesco-award-3572221
WHO study: 1 in 6 young people are victims of cyberbullying: Cyberbullying has increased in recent years, according to a major survey of schoolchildren in 44 ...
de.euronews.com/gesundheit/2024/03/27/neue-studie-1-von-6-jugendlichen-wird-opfer-von-cybermobbing-tendenz-steigend
At least 65 migrant bodies found in Libya mass grave, says UN: Those who died were believed to be being smuggled through the desert to reach the Mediterranean ...
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68640792
⭐ Today’s essential read: Reuters reporters in Geneva, Jerusalem, Cairo, and New York interviewed more than two dozen people about aid destined for Gaza ...
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Japan health scare: Drugmaker reports two more deaths linked to supplement: Kobayashi Pharma recalled cholesterol-lowering supplements with red yeast rice over ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/28/japan-health-scare-drugmaker-reports-two-more-deaths-linked-to-supplement
Quick Glance: Two Deaths, 100 Hospitalisations in Japan Supplement Scare
- Two deaths and over 100 hospitalisations in Japan have been linked to dietary supplements intended to lower cholesterol.
- Japanese government is investigating after the recall of over-the-counter tablets by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical due to kidney complaints.
- Affected products include various health tablets, a rose-coloured sparkling sake, salad dressing, bread, and miso paste used in traditional dishes.
- The Health Minister urged the company to provide information promptly and instructed local authorities to collect data on health damage nationwide.
The man in the iron lung: How Paul Alexander lived life to the full: He spent 72 years using an iron lung machine to breathe after surviving polio as a child.
bbc.com/news/health-68627630
One in six young teenagers a victim of cyberbullying, WHO warns: One in six children aged 11 to 15 was the victim of cyberbullying in 2022 ...
rfi.fr/en/international/20240327-one-in-six-young-teenagers-a-victim-of-cyberbullying-who-warns
The Red Crescent and World Health Organization (WHO) evacuated Fadi Al Zant and Noor Al Jarbou from North Gaza, as their lives were in serious danger due to ... Show more
World Court orders Israel to 'take all necessary and effective' action to ensure Gaza has access to humanitarian aid
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-29/world-court-orders-israel-to-take-action-against-gaza-famine/103649234
Israel Kills Dozens in Ongoing Raid on Al-Shifa Hospital: Israeli forces are continuing the deadly raid on Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City ...
democracynow.org/2024/3/20/headlines/israel_kills_dozens_in_ongoing_raid_on_al_shifa_hospital
Quick Glance: Israeli Military Urges Evacuation of Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza
- Gazans at Al-Shifa Hospital told to evacuate as Israel's raid persists.
- Israel accuses Hamas of using the hospital for terrorist activities.
- IDF continues operation at the hospital with thousands trapped inside.
- WHO emphasizes the need to protect hospitals and raises concerns about patient care.
Midwest cities had worst air quality in U.S. in 2023: report: One big factor: Canada's wildfires.
axios.com/2024/03/23/us-air-pollution-worst-best-cities
U.N. Special Rapporteur Outlines How Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza: On Tuesday, U.N. Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese accused Israel of committing ...
democracynow.org/2024/3/27/headlines/un_special_rapporteur_outlines_how_israel_is_committing_genocide_in_gaza
Chick-fil-A will stop using its ‘no antibiotics ever’ label on chicken: Citing low chicken supplies, Chick-fil-A will back off its “no antibiotics ever” mantra ...
cnn.com/2024/03/25/business/chick-fil-a-antibiotics/
Mass grave in the desert: UN organization reports discovery of at least 65 dead migrants in Libya
spiegel.de/ausland/libyen-uno-organisation-meldet-fund-von-mindestens-65-toten-migranten-a-286e85a8-fa76-43ff-869b-8e351e34067a
The devastating effect of the Israel-Hamas war on education in Gaza: The World Health Organization says the future of an entire generation in Gaza is at risk ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/the-devastating-effect-of-the-israel-hamas-war-on-education-in-gaza
Two wins, two defeats - Gottéron's history of the seventh games - Freiburger Nachrichten
freiburger-nachrichten.ch/zwei-siege-zwei-niederlagen-gotterons-historie-der-siebten-spiele/
Haiti now needs up to 5,000 police to help tackle `catastrophic' gang violence , UN expert says
apnews.com/article/un-haiti-police-gang-violence-sexual-catastrophic-bb5cc68e2b79e92c1ec8b81466668584
All but 7 Countries on Earth Have Air Pollution Above WHO Standard: New research found that fewer than 10 percent of countries and territories met World Health ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/19/climate/air-pollution-pm25.html
Mums ban outdoor fun as air pollution worsens in Vietnam capital: Nga Trang has nearly stopped going out in the evening and forbids her kids to play outdoors ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/mums-ban-outdoor-fun-air-pollution-worsens-vietnam-capital-2024-03-19/
Why the mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worrying disease docs
npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/27/1239276957/mpox-outbreak-democratic-republic-of-congo-deadlier-strain
Jewish settlers set their sights on Gaza beachfront: They see an opportunity to push for a return of Jewish settlements to the Palestinian territory.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68650815
Obituary: influential Swiss graphic artist Roger Pfund : Roger Pfund, who has died aged 80, was a Swiss painter, graphic artist and designer ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/culture/obituary-influential-swiss-graphic-artist-roger-pfund/73854674
How to Finally Stop Thinking the Worst, According to a Psychologist: Clinical psychologist Dr. Kirren Schnack told Newsweek about her anxiety-busting exercise ...
newsweek.com/how-finally-stop-thinking-worst-according-psychologist-1884145
WHO urges immediate action amid Cholera vaccine shortage: The World Health Organization on Wednesday called for immediate action to combat a worldwide spike in ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001491854/who-urges-immediate-action-amid-cholera-vaccine-shortage
Pandemic pact crunch time: Final treaty talks start to prevent future deaths: There are disagreements over IP protections and how much vaccine or drugs pharma ...
axios.com/2024/03/18/drugmaker-mandatory-sharing-pandemic-treaty-covid
WHO to finalise world’s first pandemic agreement soon: The process has involved participation of other United Nations system bodies, non-state actors ...
financialexpress.com/healthcare/news-healthcare/who-to-finalise-worlds-first-pandemic-agreement-soon/3440312/
North Africa bears the brunt of Europe’s externalisation policies: Analysts: Desperate people are still seeking safety in Europe via North Africa in spite of the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/27/north-africa-bears-the-brunt-of-europes-externatlisation-policies-analysts
Switzerland fails to meet WHO air quality standards: Only seven countries met air quality standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) last year ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/alpine-environment/switzerland-fails-to-meet-who-air-quality-standards/73903409
China's BYD launches new version of Destroyer 07 hybrid at lower starting price: Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD launched on Monday a new version of its ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/chinas-byd-launches-new-version-destroyer-07-hybrid-lower-starting-price-2024-03-18/
Vaccine production is not enough: WHO sounds the alarm: cholera cases are skyrocketing
n-tv.de/wissen/WHO-schlaegt-Alarm-Cholera-Faelle-steigen-sprunghaft-an-article24820494.html
North Koreans defectors spoke at a US event in Geneva to expose human-rights violations in a country that one of them described as 'hell' and to advocate for a ... Show more
Quick Glance: North Korean defectors advocate for increased U.N. monitoring of abuses
- North Korean defectors speak out for enhanced U.N. investigations
- EU proposes updating U.N. report on human rights abuses
- Defectors share escape stories and concerns for family members
- U.S. urges China to uphold its obligations
AC Milan shows advertising clip about Geneva for Emirates - including Chapel Bridge
luzernerzeitung.ch/zentralschweiz/kanton-luzern/skurriler-reisetipp-luzerner-kapellbruecke-hat-bei-der-ac-milan-einen-grossen-auftritt-in-einem-werbeclip-ueber-die-stadt-genf-ld.2597182
Music as medicine: Healing through sound and rhythm: Music as medicine: Healing through sound and rhythm
nation.africa/kenya/health/music-as-medicine-healing-through-sound-and-rhythm-4569016
Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is caused by bacteria that most often affect the lungs. TB is curable and preventable and is spread from person to person through ...
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/tuberculosis
Quick Glance: Tuberculosis: Significance, Treatment, and Prevention
- In 2022, 1.3 million people worldwide died from tuberculosis, including 167,000 people with HIV. This infectious disease ranks as the second most deadly illness after COVID-19.
- Tuberculosis is a prevalent disease that affects all age groups and countries. With an estimated 10.6 million cases globally in 2022, it is both preventable and curable.
- The administration of the BCG vaccine in certain countries aims to reduce the spread of tuberculosis. Symptoms such as persistent cough, chest pain, weakness, weight loss, fever, and night sweats are characteristic of the disease.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the use of rapid tests for diagnosing tuberculosis and treatment with antibiotics. Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis remains a challenge for public health and health security.
Despite advances, tuberculosis remains an acute disease in need of chronic attention
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-25-tb-remains-acute-disease-in-need-of-chronic-attention/
Quick Glance: Crucial Investments for Global Eradication of TB
- Experts emphasize the need for increased investment in tuberculosis screening and preventive treatment to ensure the global eradication of the disease.
- Implementing TB screening and preventive treatment can significantly reduce TB incidence and mortality.
- Experts highlight that early detection of TB through screening and preventive treatment improves chances of cure and curbs the spread of the disease.
De-iced Euclid space telescope regains sight: Euclid de-icing procedure took place 1.5 million kms from Earth.
swissinfo.ch/eng/science/de-iced-euclid-space-telescope-regains-sight/74354202
A World Health Organization team evacuated two acutely ill Palestinian children from northern Gaza. Nour and Fadi were initially transferred to the south of ... Show more
LIVE: WHO Director-General Tedros briefing on global health issues
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and other experts hold a news conference on ... Show more
Vaping increases your risk of getting addicted to nicotine products, including conventional cigarettes, and damages your health
Don’t let vaping harm your ... Show more
‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/24/sugar-taxes-governments-public-health-economy
UN Chief Calls Starvation In Gaza ‘Moral Outrage’, Calls For ‘Flood’ Of Aid: “Any further onslaught will make things even worse — worse for Palestinian civilians ...
huffpost.com/entry/un-chief-says-its-time-to-flood-gaza-with-aid-calls-starvation-moral-outrage_n_65feed59e4b00e48621cc126
Edmond de Rothschild CEO says a merger with Rothschild & Co is 'fantasy': Ariane de Rothschild dismissed on Tuesday talk of merging Edmond de Rothschild ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/edmond-de-rothschild-ceo-says-merger-with-rothschild-co-is-fantasy-2024-03-19/
German physicist Herwig Schopper has recently turned 100.
We interviewed him about his life and career as former CERN director ... Show more
Budget deal slashes U.S. funding for Palestinians’ U.N. lifeline: The federal spending package approved by Congress strips hundreds of millions of dollars from ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/23/budget-deal-unrwa-gaza/
Quick Glance: US Congressional Leaders Propose Spending Bill to Cut UNRWA Funding
- A new bill with support from Biden and bipartisan agreement aims to prevent a government shutdown and prohibit funding for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.
- The proposed spending bill from Congressional leaders in the US would avert a government shutdown but ban funding for the UNRWA.
- The US has been UNRWA’s largest donor, and a ban would almost certainly lead to a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
- De-funding of UNRWA has been paused by some Western countries, led by the US, despite UNRWA denying allegations of having ties to Hamas.
How ‘eccentric walking’ could improve muscle strength and balance: Regular walking does not appear to work as muscle-strengthening exercise.
scroll.in/article/1065593/
The planet’s vital signs are alarming: The director-general of the WHO warns of the health threats due to climate change, pollution and the loss of biodiversity
english.elpais.com/climate/2024-03-22/the-planets-vital-signs-are-alarming.html
New study shows walking 5,000 steps can add years to your life: The study also highlighted the global impact of insufficient physical activity and poor diet ...
iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/lifestyle/new-study-shows-walking-5000-steps-can-add-years-to-your-life-f5c20f78-e8d4-41d1-bc0c-dedb3cfe6cf6
Sudan: Seven drivers of a ‘humanitarian crisis of epic proportions’: The civil war that has been devastating the African country for almost a year has produced ...
english.elpais.com/international/2024-03-26/sudan-seven-drivers-of-a-humanitarian-crisis-of-epic-proportions.html
Intense fighting between rebels and Congolese army sparks fear of regional war: Violent conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is worsening the ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/intense-fighting-between-rebels-and-congolese-army-sparks-fear-of-regional-war
Only seven countries met WHO air standards in 2023, report says: Few countries met World Health Organization standards for PM 2.5 pollution ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/03/20/iqair-air-quality-report-who/
Breastfeeding Tips: What No One Tells You: What you need to know about breastfeeding that no one talks about.
health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/breastfeeding-tips-what-no-one-tells-you
World Water Day: Getting fresh water is an increasingly tough task for many: As the world warms from human-caused climate change, fresh water for drinking ...
apnews.com/article/climate-world-water-day-12b11dd6acbdd4d84a96f486a5c708f2
Quick Glance: World Water Day: Global Stories of Water Crisis
- Worldwide, people are struggling with basic needs due to dried-up rivers and contaminated water.
- Human-induced climate change exacerbates water scarcity for 2.2 billion people globally.
- From Peru to Indonesia, Morocco, California, Kenya, and India, individuals share their challenges in accessing clean water.
- Scarcity, pollution, and depletion of water sources affect communities in Lima, Jakarta, Ras el Ma, Corning, Makueni County, and Bawal.
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