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France urges meningitis vaccination amid 'high' number of cases

Public Health France said vaccinating infants and young people against certain serotypes of the serious infection was important for preventing it.

Health news

Europe reports highest number of measles cases in over 25 years

A new report from global health authorities has warned about the rise of measles after a high number of cases in 2024.

Europe News

Pope Francis marks 12th anniversary in hospital with health improving

The latest medical bulletins from the Vatican on the 88-year-old's condition have said he is improving and is no longer in immediate danger of death.

wellbeing

The hottest wellness trend in the UK? Communal sweating in saunas

Sauna-bathing has taken London and the rest of the UK by storm. But it’s got a twist.

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Voices from Central Asia

Meet Serik Akshulakov, Kazakhstan’s pioneer in Neurosurgery

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Voices From Central Asia, we meet Dr Serik Akshulakov, a neurosurgeon whose work is transforming healthcare and advancing medical innovation in Kazakhstan.

Health news

Over 200 influencers illegally promoted nicotine products in France

A new report from a French anti-tobacco organisation has criticised influencers’ support of nicotine-containing products online.

Health news

Less than 1 in 5 cities around the world boast clean air, report warns

India had six of the nine most polluted cities worldwide, a new report from a Swiss-based database found.

Europe News

Euroviews. Europe’s medicine dependency is Achilles heel of its defence strategy

Europe can no longer afford to treat medicine security as a secondary issue. Anything less would be a grave miscalculation — one that could turn our dependence on critical medicines into the Achilles heel of Europe’s security, health ministers of 11 EU member states write in a Euronews exclusive.

Health news

Global health groups left reeling as European countries slash aid

Several European countries have announced cuts to their foreign aid budgets, with global health programmes in the crosshairs.

Green News

US stops sharing air pollution data from embassies around the world

Reliable data from US embassies and consulates has been essential for air quality monitoring in cities around the world.

France

Hundreds of foreign doctors go on hunger strike in France

Although Emmanuel Macron's government pledged last year to give them more protection, some still earn three times as little as their colleagues.

Eco-Innovation

Could cleaner stoves replace ‘leaky’ gas stoves in our kitchens?

Simple plug-in electric stoves could be a cleaner and more climate-friendly cooking solution.

Europe News

Pope Francis at Angelus: ‘I feel supported by prayers’

The pontiff's condition remains stable and he has no fever. Sunday's Angelus Prayer has been broadcast and but it was not read by him.

Europe News

Fever-free Pope in stable condition but ‘prognosis remains reserved’

After having spent his 15th night at the Gemelli hospital and his condition worsening after an isolated bout of bronchospasm on Friday, the Saturday evening update reports a stable situation with no fever.

Climate

Why climate change could be adding years to your body

Extreme heat may have a bigger impact on biological ageing than smoking and drinking alcohol, research suggests.

Green News

Trump urged to strike down legal foundation for US climate regulation

In the wake of the hottest year on record and dozens of climate-related disasters, the Trump administration is considering repealing findings that link climate change to health.

Europe News

Pope Francis remains in critical but stable condition

In a short update on Wednesday morning, the Vatican said Pope Francis "had a peaceful night and is resting."

EU Decoded

Noise pollution directive: a far cry from effective

High noise levels have a significant impact on the health of Europeans, especially those living in urban areas. A recent study by the European Court of Auditors drew attention to the risks of neglecting this type of pollution that contributes to premature deaths.

Health news

New report warns Europe is backsliding on serious health issues

How much progress has Europe made on health? Many challenges lie ahead, a new report from WHO Europe says.

Europe in Motion

Is the EU doing enough for patients with chronic illness?

Greece, Portugal and Romania have below-average scores on more than half of the indicators.