Health

Sky News

Sexually transmitted gut infection a 'distinct public health threat' to UK

Sexually transmitted cases of bacterial gut infection shigella are spreading rapidly, a study has found - with experts warning of a "distinct public health threat".

Sky News

Pet prescriptions could be capped at £21 under proposed vet sector reforms

The Guardian

Pet prescriptions could be capped at £21 under proposed vet sector reforms

Ministers also considering licence requirement and regulator to try to cut bills and increase choice UK vets may have to have a licence and cap prescriptions for pet medicine at £21 under plans being considered by the government. Ministers…

The Guardian

Marcoleta still at PNP hospital days after yielding

Marcoleta still at PNP hospital days after yielding

MANILA, Philippines — Three days after being placed under arrest, Sen. Rodante Marcoleta was still being considered by his police custodians as too ill to be transferred from the hospital to a regular jail. The lawmaker, who faces trial…

May exports to US break record even as USMCA renewal stalls

Mexico News Daily

May exports to US break record even as USMCA renewal stalls

Mexico set a new monthly record for exports to the United States in May, sending goods worth US $54.18 billion to its northern neighbor, according to U.S. data. The revenue represents an increase of 17.5% compared to May 2025, when Mexico…

Mexico News Daily

Do not underestimate school mental health

The Department of Education has announced that it is cleared to hire 10,000 school counselor associates, a government plantilla item newly mandated by Republic Act No. 12080, or the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion…

A new proposal for organ donation sparks concern

NPR

A new proposal for organ donation sparks concern

Should patients who choose euthanasia be able to die by having their vital organs removed for donation? The ethical concerns are substantial.

NPR

RNZ

'Periods don't stop for a cyclone': Pacific advocates say menstrual health is vital for disaster preparedness

While emergency responses during disasters focus on food, water, and shelter, advocates say, too often, the basic needs of women and girls are overlooked.

RNZ

The Punch

FG rolls out rehabilitation services at PHCs nationwide

The Federal Government has launched integrated rehabilitation services at Primary Health Care centres nationwide, bringing essential care closer to million Read More…

The Punch

Deutsche Welle

East German doping victims still lack adequate support

Thousands of athletes in former East Germany were subjected to state-sponsored doping — and many still suffer lasting health effects. But support for victims is not enough, German commissioner says.

Deutsche Welle

Daily Trust

Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu Warn CSOs Against Foreign Influence

President Bola Tinubu has cautioned civil society organisations (CSOs) against undue foreign influence, urging them to ensure that Nigeria’s national interest remains the overriding consideration in accepting external funding. The…

Daily Trust

Rats & flies at Mumbai's iconic ice cream shop, food licence suspended

Times of India

Rats & flies at Mumbai's iconic ice cream shop, food licence suspended

The state FDA suspended K Rustom & Co's food licence due to serious hygiene violations. Inspectors found rats, flies, and expired products on the premises. This suspension is part of a statewide food safety drive targeting eateries. Other…

Times of India

Al Jazeera