Health

Trump's fireworks made Washington world's most polluted city

Trump's fireworks made Washington world's most polluted city

WASHINGTON, United States — Washington was briefly the most polluted major city in the world, according to IQAir data, after a massive Independence Day fireworks show touted by the Trump administration as “awesome.” Pyrotecnico, the…

QC Mayor: No reason to panic over hike in Covid-19 cases

QC Mayor: No reason to panic over hike in Covid-19 cases

MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City government has urged residents not to panic despite an increase in confirmed Covid-19 cases in the city over the past three weeks, stressing that all reported infections have been mild, isolated and…

'Still room' to expand pharmacists' healthcare services, Labour leader says

If in government, Chris Hipkins says his party will also improve hospital infrastructure and grow the workforce.

Raising children in a failed system: The need for a comprehensive solution

Raising children in a failed system: The need for a comprehensive solution

The successive news reports of violence, bullying, killings, obscenity, and depravity in recent days are deeply saddening. Our schools, which should be among the safest spaces in our lives, now reveal a horrifying truth: there is no longer…

Tacloban seeks more guidance counselors after fatal shooting

Tacloban seeks more guidance counselors after fatal shooting

TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — The Department of Education has opened plantilla (permanent) positions for guidance counselors and assistant guidance counselors in Tacloban City, following the June 22 mass shooting at San Jose National…

ABC News

Queensland mental health services face funding 'shortfall'

Queensland mental health community services receive funding from government departments based on an indexation rate.

ABC News

Venezuela's frayed medical system further strained by earthquake

NPR

Venezuela's frayed medical system further strained by earthquake

The medical system in Venezuela was already under stress even before the earthquake. Now, medications and doctors are scarce but the need for all kinds of medical care is increasing.

NPR

1847 discovery: Chlorine handwashing cut childbirth deaths 90%, doctors ignored it

Times of India

1847 discovery: Chlorine handwashing cut childbirth deaths 90%, doctors ignored it

In a radical move, Ignaz Semmelweis mandated handwashing in hospitals, drastically reducing maternal mortality rates. Despite evidence supporting his approach, he faced fierce opposition from fellow medical professionals, as he couldn't…

Times of India

Bereaved family fails in attempt to sue landlord over home infested with dangerous mould

An elderly tenant died from lung disease a month after inspectors found excessive amounts of mould may be affecting his health.

Consultant doctors in England vote for NHS strikes over pay and working week

The Guardian

Consultant doctors in England vote for NHS strikes over pay and working week

Year-long mandate for action prompts fears of fresh disruption after resident doctors recently ended dispute Consultant doctors in England have voted for strikes over the next 12 months in pursuit of higher pay and a shorter working week…

The Guardian

Al Jazeera

Ebola death toll in DR Congo surpasses 500

Nation’s 17th Ebola epidemic is fuelled by the Bundibugyo virus, with no existing vaccine or approved treatment options.

Al Jazeera

Psychologists group urges stronger school mental health systems

MANILA, Philippines — The Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) on Monday urged schools, families, communities, and policymakers to adopt a coordinated and long-term approach to prevent school violence, noting that safety in…