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Herpes costs billions in medical care and productivity losses - study

Researchers estimated the economic cost of genital herpes across the globe in 2016, with the Western Pacific region and the Americas the most burdened.

Earth News

Worried about microplastics? Avoid these 5 household items

These everyday household items could be leaching microplastics into your diet.

The Dialogue

The doctor protecting the health of future generations

In partnership with Media City

Sidra Medicine in Qatar is one of the world's leading hospitals for women and children. CEO Doctor Iyabo Tinubu-Karch is paving the way for a new way to care for the sickest patients. Her vision for personalised healthcare is inspiring clinicians and civil society alike.

Climate

Disaster planning exercises tests if London is prepared for 40C heat

Operation Helios hopes to ensure authorities have the right tools and knowledge to handle emergencies and support Londoners through extreme weather events.

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Health news

People with anxiety twice as likely to develop Parkinson’s - study

New research shows that adults who develop anxiety for the first time later in life are more likely to go on to develop the neurodegenerative condition.

Health news

British teen receives world's first epilepsy device implant

It took seven hours for neurosurgeons at London's Great Ormond Street Hospital to fit this brain implant.

Health news

Chronic loneliness may be linked to higher risk of stroke

A study found that chronically lonely older adults had a higher risk of stroke compared to those who reported minimal isolation

Earth News

Study: European airport pollution threatens the health of 52m people

Jet engines emit more ultrafine particle pollution than any other kind of engine.

Health news

Alcohol caused 2.6 million deaths in 2019, WHO report says

There were 2.6 million alcohol-related deaths across the globe in 2019, and Europe had the highest death rate, according to a new report.

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How Europe can support its food and drink industry to remain competitive and sustainable

Partner content presented by Unesda

For many years, the European soft drinks sector has demonstrated leadership in promoting a more sustainable and healthier food and drink system in Europe.

Health news

More African countries administer HPV vaccines, but hesitancy remains

While many African countries have introduced the HPV vaccine in immunisation programmes, just five have acheived 90 per cent coverage.

Health news

Intermittent fasting may help type 2 diabetics control blood sugar

A new study found that intermittent fasting may be an effective initial intervention for type 2 diabetics instead of medication.

Health news

Popular obesity drug may help treat sleep apnoea

The drug tirzepatide is marketed as Mounjaro and Zepbound by pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and belongs to the same class of drugs as semaglutide.

Climate

Southern Europe swelters as 40-degree heatwave threatens health

Intense heat continues to scorch southern Europe this week - with health officials warning people to stay sheltered and hydrated.

Health news

Hungarian presidency to prioritise cardiovascular disease, pharma

Hungary highlighted demographic challenges and health issues it considers 'neglected' in its priorities for the EU Council presidency.

Nutrition

Is seasonal eating better for your health?

Seasonal eating is consuming food that is in harvest or in peak supply.

Health news

US official calls for cigarette-style warning labels on social media

A top US health official wrote an opinion article calling for a warning label to be put on social media platforms.

Health news

Agency issues health guidance ahead of mass-gathering sports events

The European health agency has published recommendations for health authorities and participants to guard against threats posed by long, mass participation public events

Health news

Why is bird flu highly lethal to some animals, but not to others?

Bird flu is highly lethal to some animals, but not to others. Scientists want to know why.

wellbeing

Why is Europe struggling to focus on adult ADHD?

Despite its prevalence, ADHD remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed in Europe, particularly among adults.