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Tech giants warn AI safety gaps could hand bioweapons to bad actors

Synthetic DNA can be used for vaccines, but it can also create bioweapons. Tech giants and biotechnology experts are asking for stronger regulation.

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Flesh-eating fly detected in US cattle, decades after being eradicated

A parasitic fly whose larvae feasts on living flesh has been confirmed in cattle in south Texas, years after it was deemed eradicated in the country.

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Weight-loss drugs linked to lower breast cancer risk, study finds

Women on weight-loss medication may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer, according to a new study.

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Congo's Ebola outbreak is far smaller than initially feared, WHO says

The WHO confirmed 116 suspected Ebola cases in Congo, a sharp cut from previous estimates.

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Six in 10 use AI for mental health support despite doubts, survey says

As incidences of anxiety, stress and depression rise worldwide, a new survey suggests more and more people are turning to AI chatbots for mental health support despite concerns about the quality of the advice they receive.

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Good vs bad mosquito: What is Google's plan to fight deadly diseases?

Google plans to release millions of mosquitoes into the United States in a new project aimed at curbing mosquito-borne diseases by releasing more “good bugs” instead of fighting them.

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Cancer care faces a shortage of 100mn workers by 2050, study says

A new report warns the world is heading towards a cancer care crisis, with cases sharply rising and the workforce failing to keep pace.

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Health body fast-tracks three Ebola vaccines as virus continues spread

Global health body CEPI is fast-tracking three experimental vaccines against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola as the outbreak in Central Africa continues to spread.

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Can juice be part of a healthy diet?

Across Europe, getting enough fruit and vegetables remains a daily struggle for many. Could fruit juice help reach the target?

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Why the Congo Ebola outbreak has no quick fix

The WHO has identified promising treatments and vaccines for the rare Ebola strain killing hundreds in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but none are ready yet.

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France to be first country in Europe to reimburse weight-loss drugs

France will cover the costs of weight-loss drugs from 15 June, according to the country's health minister.

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The hidden link between irregular meals and risk of depression

Skipping meals or eating at irregular times of the day could worsen mental health, according to a new study.

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Heat may bring chikungunya virus to Europe, study warns

As climate change drives mosquitoes north, Europe and North America are emerging as hotspots for chikungunya virus, a new study warns.

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Nearly a third of Europe's health workers face cancer risks on the job

From X-ray machines to anatomy laboratories, a new study has found that nearly a third of Europe's health and social care workers are regularly exposed to cancer-causing risks.

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Foreign aid cuts: Which countries cut spending the most in 2025?

Countries around the world are cutting humanitarian aid budgets, reshaping the global response to public health emergencies and crises.

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Global mental health cases nearly double to 1.2 billion, study

A surge in anxiety and depression has pushed global mental health cases to 1.2 billion, highlighting a growing burden that health systems are not prepared to meet.

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STIs hit record levels in Europe: what’s driving the rise?

Bacterial sexually transmitted infections have been rising across Europe for a decade, reaching record levels, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control.

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Where do Europeans wait longest for new medicines?

Access to new medicines still varies sharply across Europe, with waits ranging from months to more than three years, according to the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations.

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Players urge FIFA to act on World Cup 2026 heat safety

Football players from across the world have signed an open letter calling on FIFA to introduce heat safety guarantees before the 2026 World Cup, as health experts warn of dangerous temperatures.

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Should Europe screen airport passengers for Ebola?

As the United States is stepping up its measures in response to the latest Ebola outbreak, what is happening in Europe? Will it also screen passengers at airports, or go as far as cancelling flights? And how effective are these measures?

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