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If you live here, you're breathing some of the deadliest air in Europe

Fine particulate matter contributed to about 239,000 deaths in Europe, but the burden was felt more deeply in some parts of the continent than others.

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This country's children are Europe's unhappiest. How does it compare?

The UK ranked lowest in children's well-being in Europe. How do countries compare and what do experts believe is behind the decline in life satisfaction?

Healthcare

Where do you have the best chance of surviving cancer in Europe?

Cancer survival estimates in Europe highlight notable geographical and economic disparities. Several factors are driving gaps between countries.

Health news

Childhood diabetes rates are rising globally. How does Europe compare?

A Nordic country has the world’s highest rate of childhood type 1 diabetes, according to a new analysis.

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Health news

The EU health paradox: Shortages with surging staff numbers

European countries claimed shortages of around 1.2 million doctors, nurses and midwives in 2022. Yet, that same year, several had record levels of medical staff.

Health news

Which European country ranks best for smoke-free homes?

A new survey estimated the percentage of smoke-free homes in Europe.

Healthcare

Number of hospital beds in the EU are declining. Where is worst hit?

Experts attribute the decline to shifting healthcare priorities. However, concerns are rising over whether healthcare systems will be ready for future crises.

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Mesothelioma second most common occupational cancer in EU

Mesothelioma is connected to asbestos exposure, and its symptoms typically don’t appear until decades after exposure.

Healthcare

The east-west divide in how ready Europe is for the next health threat

The regional divides between health systems are significant, a new report shows.

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Which European countries rely the most on foreign doctors and nurses?

Europe's health worker shortages are being filled with foreign labour – but it could worsen those gaps elsewhere.

Healthcare

Which are the most common operations surgeons perform in EU hospitals?

When it comes to operations, these are the most common surgical procedures undertaken in hospitals across the European Union.

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Europe's fertility crisis: Which countries are having fewer babies?

For the first time since 1960, the number of live births in the EU has fallen below 4 million, one of the lowest fertility rates in the world.

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Which country in Europe still has the highest number of smokers?

The percentage of smokers in the EU only decreased by one point in three years, sparking calls for action on tobacco control measures.

Healthcare

Post-COVID interest in nursing declining especially in these countries

Interest in the nursing profession among teenagers has dropped in three out of four European countries following the COVID pandemic.

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These countries in Europe rank best in the world for women's health

An index looking at women’s health globally found that women’s preventive healthcare is low and ranked countries based on several factors.

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Where is it hardest to live in Europe with a disability?

People with no disability are less likely to be at risk of poverty than those with a disability, according to data from 34 European countries.

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Which countries in Europe have the highest rates of underage drinking?

More than a third of adolescents in the EU reported heavy episodic drinking, twice the number of adults. It's a major issue in one country in particular.

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WHO cancer agency expects cases in Europe to grow by over 20% by 2045

A new report ahead of World Cancer Day highlights the growing burden of cancer globally.

Nutrition

Europe's obesity crisis: Which countries are the most impacted?

The data shows one in six Europeans with obese and over 50% of adults overweight. The rates vary from country to country but where is the problem the worst?

Work

Nurses' salaries: Which countries pay the most and least in Europe?

Following a series of strikes across Europe in 2023, nurses in the UK and Italy are expected to continue taking to the streets in 2024 for better pay and work conditions.