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Wildfire smoke: A health emergency beyond the flames, WHO warns

Wildfire smoke from southern Europe's fires is a growing health emergency, WHO warns, and public health authorities need to do more to inform and protect the most vulnerable.

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Chicken industry is fuelling the spread of diarrhoea-causing bacteria

Industrial chicken farms are boosting the spread of gastroenteritis-causing bacteria, as the global chicken population has surged to roughly 31 billion birds, new research shows.

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Two-thirds of children exposed to extreme temperatures in Europe

Six months into 2026, three times more children were exposed to extreme temperatures compared to the whole of 2025, according to a child rights organisation.

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Europe to miss 2030 hepatitis elimination targets

Despite years of progress, the ECDC says Europe is to miss its 2030 goal to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat, as gaps in child vaccination and inadequate reduction measures are seen across Europe.

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Could chronic financial stress be ageing your brain?

Persistent financial stress is linked to lower memory and faster brain ageing, according to a new study.

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Jet lag tips: What to eat and drink to beat travel fatigue

What you eat and drink before, during and after a flight can ease jet lag symptoms.

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Why one smoker gets cancer and another doesn't

For the first time scientists provided evidence on the effect genetic makeup has on developing cancer, underscoring the need to take personalised care into account.

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Switching to electric stoves could ease asthma attacks, study finds

A simple kitchen upgrade, swapping gas for electric, may do as much for asthma sufferers as the drugs they take every day, researchers have found. The change is not a cure, but an exposure-reduction strategy that may complement existing treatments.

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Chickenpox sweeps Gaza camps as thousands of cases emerge in two weeks

Doctors say the real scale of the outbreak is likely far larger, as overcrowding makes isolation impossible, and families of six or more share tents of a few square metres. Thousands of children born during the war could not complete their vaccination, leaving the most vulnerable without protection.

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Why the Congo Ebola outbreak is becoming more challenging

The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history has killed more than 1,000 people in eastern Congo as health officials race to contain the virus amid ongoing conflict, mistrust and the absence of an approved treatment.

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More people are choosing ChatGPT over therapy, and experts are worried

Talking to ChatGPT about anxiety, break-ups or personal problems is becoming increasingly common. Two psychologists examine why more and more people turn to artificial intelligence for emotional support.

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GLP-1 drugs linked to “low” but real risk of hair loss, study finds

People taking GLP-1 drugs have a low risk of hair loss, which is significantly higher than for those on other diabetes medications, a new study has found.

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West Nile virus: 21 cases in Greece as it spreads across Europe

Italy, Spain, Romania and North Macedonia also reported locally acquired cases of West Nile virus infection.

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Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 1,000 deaths

The World Health Organization has said that the true scale of the outbreak could be two to four times larger than official figures indicate.

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People are living longer, but not healthier, study finds

People are living longer than ever before, but a major new global study suggests that many of those additional years are increasingly being spent in poor health.

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How many cups of coffee a day are safe for the heart?

A major new review says up to five cups of coffee a day is safe for most adults and may even come with benefits.

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New anti-smoking law in Spain: where smoking will be banned

The bill extends smoke-free areas, bans under-18s from smoking, treats vapes like tobacco and tightens rules on their sale, advertising and sponsorship.

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Living near noisy traffic could increase Parkinson’s risk, study finds

Long-term exposure to a busy road may increase the chances of developing Parkinson's disease, though a quiet side of the house could give some protection, new research suggests.

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How to keep babies safe when temperatures soar this summer

As heatwaves grow more frequent and severe, here's what parents need to know to keep infants and young children safe in the heat.

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Antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea is rising in Europe, health agency says

Antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea is spreading across Europe and health officials warn infections are increasingly being transmitted locally, not just imported from abroad.