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Is the world ready for the next pandemic?

At the World Health Summit 2021 in Berlin, experts discussed lessons to be learned from the COVID pandemic, and how to implement them to better prepare for the next ones to come.

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Scientists call for 'radical rethink' of tech's role in health

Large gaps remain in our understanding of the interface between digital technologies and health, according to the latest report by The Lancet and Financial Times.

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Have we found the secret to longevity?

Researchers have designed an antibody that can recognise specific proteins on the surface of aged cells.

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This tiny insect could prevent allergies for millions in Europe

Ragweed is a highly allergenic plant that has been spreading across Europe since its accidental arrival during the Second World War.

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What is the ‘Delta Plus’ COVID variant?

A relative of the Delta variant is under investigation in the UK and there’s concern over potential increased transmissibility.

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Life-saving drone delivers lungs to a patient just in time

Sometimes, it can only take ten minutes to save lives. And a drone.

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Inside Madrid's 'crying room', a space tackling mental health stigma

The Spanish capital is now home to a "crying room" that’s helping raise awareness and offering help to anyone experiencing poor mental health.

Czech Republic

Czech politics in limbo with hospitalised president too ill to work

Milos Zeman, 77, was rushed to hospital on October 10, a day after the country's general election.

Climate

‘Mums for Lungs’ call for a ban on wood-burning stoves

Despite more than 18,000 complaints over the last 6 years, just 19 fines have been issued for wood burning in the UK.

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Tuberculosis deaths increase for first time in 10 years due to COVID

Tuberculosis deaths are rising for the first time in more than a decade due to the COVID pandemic, the WHO has warned.

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Nipah virus could cause a deadly COVID-scale pandemic. But what is it?

The Nipah virus has a 40 per cent to 75 per cent mortality rate and there is no treatment or vaccine.

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Heart disease: US changes guidance on aspirin for the elderly

Aspirin is no longer the best option to fight against heart disease and strokes, according to the latest research.

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Could your antiperspirant deodorant cause breast cancer?

The question of whether aluminium found in antiperspirant deodorants could lead to breast cancer has been widely debated for several decades.

Latvia

Latvia declares three-month state of emergency as COVID-19 cases rise

Under the new rules, masks are mandatory in all public buildings and only essential shops will be open at weekends.

Ukraine

Ukraine confirms case of polio in 18-month-old toddler

Polio has been eradicated in Europe since 2002.

Nature

CBD oil: Wonder drug or widespread scam?

CBD oil derives from hemp, a cousin of marijuana in the Cannabis family. But we look at what it really is and whether it's healthy.

Europe News

Noisy drivers in Ghent could have their cars confiscated

Drivers who breach noise limits in Ghent could have their vehicles confiscated. It's part of a bid to battle noise pollution in the Belgian city.

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What are the potential side effects of having a COVID vaccine?

Misinformation about COVID vaccines is slowing down their roll-out. This is what you can realistically expect to happen after a dose.

Green News

Air pollution is worse than we thought - but there's hope of a fix

How can the new Global Air Quality Guidelines help countries tackle both air pollution and climate change?

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COVID variants are evolving to be better at spreading in air

Researchers of a new study said tighter-fitting masks and vaccinations are key to preventing COVID.