Public health

Public health

Health authorities in Italy reported the first locally acquired cases of dengue and chikungunya, mosquito-borne viruses that were previously imported diseases.

"Infusions are a critical part of patients' treatment plan, so having a space that's just for them during what can be an all-day appointment can help bring some comfort," Tanja Gruber, Bass Center director and Stanford Children's chief of pediatric hematology, oncology and stem cell transplantation, said in a statement.

The WHO reported multiple attacks on its staff residence in Deir al-Balah, jeopardizing humanitarian operations. Airstrikes caused significant damage and endangered lives.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the United States. Mosquitoes can spread the virus to humans after feeding on birds that carry the contagion.

Ransomware is a predatory crime that puts the public at risk, wrecks livelihoods and threatens the services we depend on. That's why we're determined to smash the cyber criminal business model and protect the services we all rely on as we deliver our plan for change.

"Most of all, we need streets to be designed and enforced to support safe behavior and protect our most vulnerable. This tragedy shows how far San Francisco has to go with traffic safety and why it needs to be a priority for city leaders."

Jeremiah Kelly, a Cincinnati freshman football player, died from cardiac hypertrophy, a condition where the heart muscles thicken, according to the coroner's report.

‘Most normal people can't afford to have a lawyer fight for them, but Doug and Sherry are just salt of the earth kind of people,’ Mary Ann O'Hara said. ‘There was no way we could have abandoned them without following through with everything.’

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to appeal a decision last year by a federal court ordering the agency to address the risks of water fluoridation.

"More than 10,000 chemicals are used to make beauty and personal care products. We owe it to consumers to ensure the beauty and personal care products they use daily are safe."

The number of dentists employed by the HSE at the end of last year was just 249, illustrating the severe shortage of dental professionals available to provide care.

More than 20 members of the DA's Bureau of Investigation executed a search warrant at Parter Medical Products Inc., amid a probe alleging it failed to protect employees from ethylene oxide.

There is strong support for Social Security, as well as the idea that the government should help provide or pay for care for older adults with care needs.

Baltimore experienced a significant overdose incident on July 10, 2025, where 25 individuals aged 25-55 were hospitalized due to a dangerous mixture of opioids that included potent substances like fentanyl and an unapproved benzodiazepine.

Forthcoming regulation of heat networks is great news for consumers, but Ofgem's proposals around price regulation do not yet deliver the level of fairness or price protection that heat network customers deserve. Many households are still paying twice as much for heat as those using gas boilers - and that simply isn't sustainable.

The integration of AI-powered video surveillance in public transit systems not only enhances safety but also optimizes operations, improves performance, and elevates the passenger experience.

Heat and humidity are expected to push the heat index to dangerous levels for tens of millions, with highs reaching 95 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

"BRAVE Bay Area, one of the nation's first rape crisis centers, is closing its doors in September because of what organizers described as insurmountable financial challenges and understaffing."

Kendal Lee Campeau, who had a history of legal troubles, died of a methadone overdose while serving a seven-year sentence at Pacific Institution's Regional Treatment Centre.

Susana’s monthly salary has remained at $3,295 since 1998, forcing many Mexican Foreign Service employees to live below the poverty line without any salary adjustments.

Brightline trains have killed an astounding 182 people since beginning service in 2018, averaging one death every 13 days on the tracks.

Polish city of Białystok has placed an order for 30 Yutong U12 electric buses through Busnex Poland, the local distributor. This follows the delivery of 20 Yutong E12 electric buses in 2023, which are currently in service on the city's public transport network.

Three home burglaries occurred within two days in Emerald Hills and Portola Valley, prompting the Sheriff's Office to seek public assistance in solving the crimes.

Alexander's mother, Victoria, stated that carrying him and his younger brother up the stairs multiple times a day has left their family exhausted.

Tim Crockett and his son Harrison spent 48 days rowing 2,400 nautical miles from San Francisco to Hawaii, becoming the first father-son duo to achieve this feat.

A UK government-funded study shows that without concerted action, increased rates of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could lead to global annual GDP losses of $1.7tn over the next quarter of a century.

Pogo Park's approach empowers the community through participatory design, resulting in pride and responsibility among residents for the park's upkeep, leading to further neighborhood beautification efforts.

Fay Martin, a founder of Places for People, states that the proposed legislation making landlords responsible for drug activities could threaten the charity's mission and survival. The fear is that such measures will deter supportive housing providers from taking chances on tenants with addictions, consequently discouraging housing for those in need.

The Hamptons are often seen as a playground for the wealthy, but for many working families, life is becoming increasingly unsustainable due to high costs and limited child care options.

Amrit Paul was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease at four and has been on peritoneal dialysis for nine hours each night. He seeks a living kidney donor.

"The separate disasters transpired roughly 180 miles away from one another, but they had one thing in common: both took place in buildings owned and managed by The Millennia Companies."

Enfield and Barking and Dagenham have the highest proportion of smokers in London, both around 15 percent, compared to more affluent boroughs with lower rates.

The cumulative malaria cases in Zimbabwe increased by 180% in the first four months of 2025, with malaria-related deaths rising by 218% from 45 to 143.

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are now showing promise for treating neuropsychological conditions, especially in addiction recovery, demonstrating potential for various addictions, including alcohol and opioids.

The CrowdStrike software update caused outages in patient care services, affecting over 200 hospitals and leaving patients vulnerable due to inaccessible health records and monitoring systems.