Health news Global health experts outline main challenges at Davos 2026 Health experts met in Davos to discuss challenges and opportunities for the future of global health. Here are the key takeaways. 26/01/2026
Health news Underfunding women's health costs 75 million years of life Collectively, women lose approximately 75 million years of healthy life each year – equivalent to a week of health lost per woman annually, according to a new report. 25/01/2026
Health news Could a shingles vaccine help you live longer? Besides protecting against the disease, the shingles vaccine could also be linked to slower biological ageing, a new study has found. 23/01/2026
Health news The United States leaves WHO after one-year withdrawal process 22 January 2026 was the United States’ final day as a member of the World Health Organization (WHO) after a year of polemic health policy decisions. 23/01/2026
Health news Global dairy firms recall baby formula over toxic contamination fears Nestlé, Danone, and Lactalis were forced to recall infant formula batches worldwide amid concerns of toxic cereulide contamination. 22/01/2026
Health news Vaccine for aggressive skin cancer shows promising results in trials A personalised mRNA vaccine developed by Moderna and Merck shows lasting benefits for patients with high-risk skin cancer. 21/01/2026
Health news AI ultrasounds promise more accurate prenatal screenings. Here’s how Prenatal ultrasounds miss up to half of fetal abnormalities, but a new AI-powered tool just cleared by the United States could help close that gap. 21/01/2026
Health news Five tips to ease cold symptoms this winter While there are no specific cures for the flu and the common cold, some simple measures can help manage symptoms and improve comfort. 20/01/2026
Health news Could green inhalers cut health care’s climate footprint? As climate change worsens respiratory diseases, doctors and drugmakers are exploring earlier diagnosis and low-carbon inhalers to cut emissions from care and protect patients. 20/01/2026
Health news China's birthrate drops to its lowest level since 1949 China’s population has fallen for a fourth consecutive year, hitting its lowest birthrate since 1949 despite government efforts to boost fertility. 19/01/2026
Health news Blue Monday or not, here’s how to lift your mood this winter Regular exercise, sunlight, good sleep and social connection are key to beating the winter blues. 19/01/2026
Health news Back pain may steal men’s sleep later in life, new study finds Chronic back pain in men over 65 can lead to sleep problems later in life, new study finds. 18/01/2026
Health news Social media may not be harming teenagers’ mental health, study finds Heavier use of social media and video games does not in itself worsen teenagers’ mental health, despite widespread concerns, a new study has found. 16/01/2026
Health news These small lifestyle changes could help you live longer, reports find An extra five minutes of exercise and sleep, and half an hour less of sitting could significantly improve people’s lifespan and reduce mortality, according to two new studies. 15/01/2026
Health news Experts propose guidelines for a ‘safer’ amount of cannabis use Researchers in the United Kingdom have proposed new limits for ‘safer’ cannabis use amid growing use and availability in the market. 12/01/2026
Health news Experts identify the main health challenges for 2026 Shifting global health leadership, AI, and climate change are set to shape the health agenda this year, amid funding cuts and workforce shortages. 10/01/2026
Health news Studies link higher food preservative intake to cancer, diabetes risk Large French cohort studies suggest that people who consume higher amounts of certain food preservatives have higher risks of type 2 diabetes and some cancers. 09/01/2026
Health news DIY finger-prick test can spot early signs of Alzheimer’s, study finds A simple, at-home fingertip blood test shows promise for early Alzheimer’s disease detection, according to a new Europe-wide study. 09/01/2026
Health news Stopping weight-loss drugs can lead to rapid weight gain, study finds People who use weight-loss drugs can rapidly regain weight after stopping treatment, according to a new study 08/01/2026
Health news Exercise can be as effective as therapy in fighting depression: study Exercise can, in many cases, reduce depressive symptoms as effectively as standard treatments, according to a new evidence review. 08/01/2026