Health

London hospital consultant 'contributed to premature deaths', review finds

A consultant at a south London hospital "contributed to... patients' irreversible lung damage, poor quality of life or premature death", a review has concluded.

Sandiganbayan sets Friday hearing to check Marcoleta’s health status

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division will conduct a Friday hearing to seek an update on the health condition of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta. Marcoleta is facing a plunder case in the anti-graft court’s Third Division over the…

Indonesia eyes 100 pct TB contact tracing to eliminate disease by 2030

The Indonesian Ministry of Health has mandated 100 percent contact tracing for the families and close contacts of ...

'Was taking 18 tablets a day': Prince Narula opens up about battle with anxiety

Prince Narula revealed his struggle with severe anxiety and health complications. He took eighteen tablets daily and experienced significant weight gain. Music and his wife Yuvika Chaudhary provided crucial support during this difficult…

Sen. Robin Padilla visits Rodante Marcoleta at PNP Hospital

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robin Padilla went to the Philippine National Police General Hospital (PNP GH) to visit Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, who is currently undergoing medical evaluations. Around 2:20 p.m., Sen. Padilla’s vehicle was seen…

Chikungunya outbreak in Samar town prompts massive cleanup drive

TACLOBAN CITY — Health authorities in the Samar town of Gandara have intensified mosquito-control measures after an outbreak of chikungunya sickened at least 84 residents, prompting the local government to place two villages under red code…

Arrest in Minnesota Pandemic Fraud Case Faces Extradition Hurdles in Somalia

The Trump administration said detaining Abdikerm Eidleh in Somalia was a turning point in the yearslong investigation. But nearly two weeks later, he still hasn’t been brought to the United States.

BMJ study says weight loss drugs have limited heart health benefits in 1st year

‘Shameful’: Tomas slams removal of Dr. Cellona from Cebu health panel

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña on Thursday criticized the Cebu City Council majority for removing Councilor Michelle Abella-Cellona from the Committee on Health. He called the decision “shameful” as the city grapples with…

More amber heat health alerts issued - as World Cup and heatwaves drive record NHS demand

An amber heat health alert has been issued for two more parts of England as the NHS revealed that its staff are facing a "summer onslaught" after A&Es experienced the busiest month on record in June.

Brazil’s Betting Tax Will Pay Police Health Plans, Not Addiction Care

Regulation Key Facts —The vote. The Senate approved Provisional Measure 1348 on 8 July, sending 3% of the government’s betting take to the Federal Police fund, Funapol. —The ramp. The transfer phases in at 1% in 2026, 2% in 2027 and 3%…

Ebola misinformation fuels violent attacks on health workers

BBC Verify looks at multiple incidents linked to misinformation during latest Ebola outbreak, which has infected more than 1,700 people and killed 580 in DR Congo since mid-May.