One person dies from snakebite every 4 to 6 minutes: WHO
WHO reports that snakebites kill one person every 4-6 minutes globally, with the greatest impact on agricultural workers and children in low-income regions....
Tag : Public Health
South Korea faces sharp rise in COVID-19 detected in wastewater
South Korea's latest data shows a rapid increase in COVID-19 levels in wastewater, reflecting a larger summer outbreak....
Drinking one alcoholic drink a day can reduce lifespan
Daily consumption of even one alcoholic beverage significantly impacts lifespan, according to the latest research findings....
EU reinforces Schengen borders code to manage crises
EU reinforces Schengen Borders Code, empowering measures for public health crises & migration challenges....
Rising rat-linked disease cases spark worry for NYC officials
Rising rat-linked disease cases worry NYC officials. Vigorous public health response underway to address concerns....
New Zealand bans disposable e-cigarettes to curb teen vaping
New Zealand takes decisive action against teen vaping, enacting a ban on disposable e-cigarettes and imposing fines up to $60,000....
South American wildlife ravaged by H5N1 bird flu outbreak
Climate change exacerbates spread of H5N1 virus among South American wildlife, prompting international action....
Tobacco ban reversal in New Zealand sparks health concerns
New Zealand's reversal of the tobacco ban raises health concerns, especially regarding its impact on vulnerable communities....
Vaping’s growing threat to public health
Vaping, once a safer alternative, is now a major health crisis, with over 2 million US student users in 2021, demanding immediate attention....
Salmonella scare leads to recall of dozens of Quaker Oats items
Quaker Oats Co., has increased its product recall to over 60 items due to salmonella risks, adding to a prior recall of 43 products....