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Drug-resistant fungus is spreading ‘rapidly’ in European hospitals

More than 4,000 cases were reported in the European Union and nearby countries between 2013 and 2023.

11/09/2025

Healthcare

Chagas disease found endemic in US, research suggests

Spread by “kissing bugs,” the disease can cause serious heart problems in humans and dogs, though many cases show few symptoms.

10/09/2025

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CT scans may raise pregnancy risks, study finds

More studies are needed to confirm whether the higher risks are due to the scans or to the suspected health issues that prompt people to get them.

09/09/2025

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First remote robotic surgery at 4,500 metres completed in China

Using 5G to remotely control surgical robots from 4,000 km away, doctors completed a delicate operation in Tibet at 4,500 metres above sea level.

09/09/2025

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Which countries spend the most money on cancer research?

The United States spent by far the most over the eight-year study period, but European countries also provided billions of euros.

02/09/2025

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England to make chickenpox jab free for children for the first time

England will join countries such as Germany, Canada, the United States, and Australia, which already include the jab in their routine vaccination programmes.

29/08/2025

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New malaria drug for newborns offers hope in Uganda

Until recently, a major gap in malaria treatment was how to care for newborns and infants infected with malaria who weren’t strong enough to receive regular medication.

20/08/2025

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How Uzbekistan is reforming support for vulnerable citizens

Reforms are ongoing, but new tools are helping Uzbekistan reach people in need of health and social support faster and with fewer barriers.

19/08/2025

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Rich countries pay more for medicines, but cost burden is far lower

European countries spent more than other regions on essential medicines in 2022, at approximately €167 per capita.

17/08/2025

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Eli Lilly hikes UK price of blockbuster weight loss drug Mounjaro

The price hike is not expected to affect access for patients who receive Mounjaro through the National Health Service (NHS).

14/08/2025

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Italy sees botulism outbreaks linked to contaminated food

Botulism is a rare but serious illness that can be fatal in extreme circumstances.

11/08/2025

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Doctors vs AI: Who wins in the battle of medical diagnosis?

While the AI system was faster and about as accurate, doctors offered more empathetic and personalised reports in a diagnostic competition in Shanghai.

29/07/2025

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Staring at screens all day? Here's how to protect your eyes

From the 20-20-20 rule to rethinking your workspace, here are some practical, science-backed tips to protect your vision in a screen-heavy world.

29/07/2025

Healthcare

What to know about Parkinson’s disease after Ozzy Osbourne’s death

Parkinson’s is a neurologic disease that robs people of control over their movements.

24/07/2025

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How is a messaging app improving public health in China?

Tencent Health has deployed AI-powered features on the popular WeChat app to improve public health in China.

01/07/2025

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Microsoft says AI outperforms doctors at complex medical diagnoses

The tech giant’s AI tool made the correct diagnosis for the vast majority of patients in a small study.

01/07/2025

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Why Spain thinks Novo Nordisk may be illegally advertising Ozempic

Spain is investigating Novo Nordisk over concerns it may be indirectly marketing its weight loss drugs. Euronews Health spoke to the country’s health secretary to find out more.

27/06/2025

Healthcare

Inside the fight over clinics that help US women defy abortion bans

After some US states tightened their abortion laws, women turned to telehealth clinics in more liberal states to access abortion medications.

16/06/2025

Healthcare

Salmonella outbreak linked to cashew butter sickens at least 65 people

At least 24 children in Germany have been hospitalised as a result of the outbreak, European health authorities said.

09/06/2025

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Which European countries are struggling most to meet medical needs?

Unmet medical needs are mostly linked to issues within the healthcare system, such as high costs and long waiting lists. Here's how countries compare.

04/06/2025