'Worrying upsurge' in cholera worldwide - WHO
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GENEVA, Switzerland, (AFP) - After years of decline, the planet is now witnessing a "worrying upsurge" in cholera outbreaks ...Read full article 
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WHO: Hepatitis is second-leading infectious cause of death worldwide: Deaths from the disease are on the rise, the report notes, making viral hepatitis the ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/14/hepatitis-infections-deaths-rising/
COVID Vaccination during Pregnancy Protects Newborn Babies: Studies show that vaccination against COVID during pregnancy provides a powerful safeguard for ...
scientificamerican.com/article/covid-vaccination-during-pregnancy-protects-newborn-babies/
Which country is home to Europe's heaviest drinkers?: Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. However ...
euronews.com/health/2024/04/14/dry-january-where-in-europe-is-drinking-alcohol-getting-worse-and-which-countries-have-cut
Puerto Rico Just Declared a Public Health Emergency Due to Dengue, What to Know: The Puerto Rico health department has declared an emergency due to surging cases ...
healthline.com/health-news/puerto-rico-just-declared-a-public-health-emergency-due-to-dengue-what-to-know
Quick Glance: Puerto Rico Responds to Dengue Outbreak with Health Emergency
- The Puerto Rico health department took action by declaring a state of emergency in response to the significant increase in Dengue cases.
- Dengue, transmitted by mosquitoes, results in symptoms such as fever, aches, and nausea.
- In addition to the typical form of Dengue, a more severe variation known as severe Dengue can lead to internal bleeding, hospitalization, and even death.
- Although there is no specific treatment for Dengue currently available, most individuals recover within a week. A vaccine is in existence, but is restricted to children with a prior confirmed Dengue case.
Israeli strike killing 7 World Central Kitchen members sparks international outrage
pbs.org/newshour/show/israeli-strike-killing-7-world-central-kitchen-members-sparks-international-outrage
Have Health Questions? Ask S.A.R.A.H., an AI Health Assistant: S.A.R.A.H., which stands for Smart AI Resource Assistant for Health, uses Open AI’s GPT ...
webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20240410/who-launches-new-interactive-health-ai-named-sarah
Pancreatic cancer: Biontech reports initial successes with “vaccination”: Activated “killer cells” are intended to destroy tumor foci and prevent relapse
nachrichten.at/meine-welt/gesundheit/biontech-meldet-erste-erfolge-bei-impfung-gegen-pankreaskrebs;art114,3938755
Quick Glance: Hopeful Results in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
- Pancreatic cancer is among the most common cancers in Austria.
- Biontech reports success with new vaccine BNT122 against the cancer.
- Vaccine activates "killer cells" and prevents relapses.
- Surgical removal and chemotherapy improve survival chances.
‘We need to accept the weeds’: the Dutch ‘tile whipping’ contest seeking to restore greenery
theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/04/we-need-to-accept-the-weeds-dutch-towns-compete-to-remove-the-most-garden-paving
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
Why reducing investments in workplace mental wellness will hurt, not help, your bottom line
theglobeandmail.com/business/article-why-reducing-investments-in-workplace-mental-wellness-will-hurt-not/
Israel-Hamas war: Israel to reopen key Gaza border crossing hours after Biden warning
apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-latest-4-5-2024-83de57dd7622a63cb65d2f0d5759c038
Quick Glance: Fatal Mistake: IDF Reveals Errors in Attack on Aid Workers
- A series of catastrophic mistakes led to the deaths of seven aid workers delivering crucial aid to Gaza.
- Investigations revealed serious errors in identification, resulting in a tragic outcome.
- Decisions to carry out the attack broke operational procedures and resulted in a grave tragedy.
- The IDF has taken responsibility, soldiers involved have been suspended, and a potential criminal investigation looms.
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