HealthRNZHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 min'The type of treatment we're looking for': Worldwide cancer trial shows promise in treatment of melanomaForty-five Kiwi patients have participated among 1000 worldwide, with possible benefits for those with other forms of cancer.RNZ
HealthRNZHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minAuckland has its worst week for flu-related hospitalisations in 10 yearsThere were 177 people admitted to the four Auckland hospitals with severe acute respiratory illness from the 9 - 16 August, up from 125 patients the week before.RNZ
HealthCBCHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minDeadly Russian missile attack in Kyiv leaves parts of capital without powerRussian ballistic missile strikes killed at least three and injured 20 more in Kyiv early on Thursday, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko, damaging apartments, non-residential buildings, warehouses and a children's hospital and leaving…CBC
HealthStraits TimesHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minWhat to know about melanoma, one of the deadliest forms of skin cancerCompared with more common skin cancers, melanoma is more likely to spread to other parts of the body.Straits Times
HealthTimes of IndiaHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minDEA to investigate Hayden Panettiere’s sudden passingThe unexpected death of Hayden Panettiere on August 16 has prompted a thorough investigation, now involving the Drug Enforcement Administration. While the coroner's office has yet to establish an official cause of death, there were…Times of India
HealthSky NewsHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 min'Children should never vape': Doctors sound alarm over wide range of health impactsDoctors have raised the alarm about the growing prevalence of vaping among children after studies showed it was linked to a raft of health issues.Sky News
HealthABC NewsHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minAmbos union warns of 'damning' lack of ramping resilience ahead of flu peakAround 80 patients were left waiting for an ambulance in SA when demand peaked on Wednesday, according to the paramedics union which is pushing for greater investment to reduce ramping ahead of an expected rise in flu cases.ABC News
HealthPhilippine Daily InquirerHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minWhy measles-rubella vaccination mattersCEBU CITY, Philippines — The World Health Organization (WHO) considers measles one of the world’s most contagious diseases. It can cause high fever and rash and may lead to serious complications including pneumonia, encephalitis, blindness…Philippine Daily Inquirer
HealthThe PunchHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minIEA: LPG crisis threatens Africa’s clean cooking progressThe IEA warns that the global LPG crisis, driven by Strait of Hormuz disruptions, threatens Africa’s clean cooking progress, impacting health and developme Read More…The Punch
HealthThe PunchHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minUche undergoes successful knee surgeryGetafe midfielder Christantus Uche has undergone successful knee surgery after a serious injury, beginning his lengthy recovery process. Read more here. Read More: https://punchng.com/uche-undergoes-successful-knee-surgery/The Punch
HealthBBCHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minWeekly type 2 diabetes jab could replace daily injectionsHundreds of thousands of people with type 2 diabetes could get access to a new weekly insulin jab to replace daily injections.BBC
HealthBBCHealthAug 20, 2026 · 1 minVapes could lead to health harms in children, doctors warnA Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has published a report with concerns vaping is a gateway to smokingBBC