Officials are investigating the “mysterious deaths” of over a dozen people – most of them children – in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir. At least 17 people, including 12 children, have…
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USA: America’s exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to begin the process of withdrawing the US from the World Health Organization (WHO). “Oooh, that’s a big one,” the newly…
Spain: Number of injured in ski lift collapse revised down to 10
A chairlift accident at a ski resort in Spain has left 10 people injured, including two women in intensive care. The Astún resort in the Spanish Pyrenees, where the incident…
Germany: Authorities record foot-and-mouth case
The UK has introduced a ban on pigs, sheep and cattle imports from Germany after a case of foot-and-mouth disease was confirmed in the country. The government said on Tuesday…
USA: FDA bans red dye 3 from some frosting, candy and medicine
The US has banned the use of a synthetic dye typically added to foods and beverages to give them a bright, cherry-red hue. Manufacturers will no longer be allowed to…
UK: Medics push for vaccinations amidst flu surge
As NHS hospitals struggle to cope with the rising demand this winter, healthcare professionals have urged people to get vaccinated. Pop-up clinics have been set up in the Black Country…
UK: Robot assisted surgery aiding recovery time
Patients are recovering quicker and receiving improved care, thanks to robotic assisted surgery, a hospital trust has said. More than 200 patients at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust…
UK: Hospital trust makes more than £1m in parking fees
A hospital trust collected £1.1m from car parking charges in 2023/2024.Data from NHS England shows the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust (SaTH) also spent £91,000 on parking services during that…
USA: First bird flu-related death reported in US
The first bird-flu related death has been reported in the US, according to the Louisiana department of health, where the death occurred. The patient had been taken to hospital after…
Italy: Village forbids residents from becoming ill
A small Italian village has banned its residents from becoming seriously ill. People living in Belcastro “are … ordered to avoid contracting any illness that may require emergency medical assistance,”…