The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling one of its most serious Ebola outbreaks in recent years, with the number of confirmed infections surpassing 2,000 and the death toll reaching 754. Health authorities continue to intensify surveillance, treatment, vaccination, and community awareness campaigns as they work to contain the spread of the deadly virus. According...
The United States has temporarily suspended the immediate evacuation of its citizens from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), citing growing concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of the Central African nation. The decision reflects the government’s efforts to balance the safety of its citizens with strict international public health measures aimed...
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s ongoing battle against Ebola has suffered a major setback after a section of frontline health workers involved in the outbreak response launched a strike over delayed salary payments. The industrial action comes at a critical stage of the epidemic, with the number of deaths nearing 600 and concerns growing that...
The Democratic Republic of Congo is once again confronting a major public health emergency after authorities confirmed the country’s 17th Ebola outbreak since the deadly virus was first identified there in 1976. Health officials have reported 246 suspected cases and at least 65 deaths so far, raising alarm across Central Africa as concerns grow over...
A rare and potentially deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard an Atlantic expedition cruise ship has triggered an international public health response, with health authorities racing to trace passengers across multiple countries after several fatalities and confirmed infections were reported. According to global health officials, the outbreak is linked to the cruise vessel MV Hondius, which was...
In a startling revelation for global health, new research indicates that nearly 625,000 deaths every year are linked to dementia caused or worsened by air pollution. The study suggests that approximately 28 to 29 percent of all dementia-related deaths globally may be attributable to exposure to polluted air, making it one of the most underestimated...
A new scientific study has revealed that the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, can persist in cheese made from raw milk for extended periods. However, researchers found that certain acidic cheese varieties—such as feta—are capable of inactivating the virus, potentially reducing the risk of transmission through dairy products. The...
A major global modelling study has flagged that approximately 5.1 million people in India are at risk of contracting chikungunya annually. The findings come from an advanced analysis published in a leading health journal, combining epidemiological data with environmental, vector, and socioeconomic variables to map future burden and geographical risk. How the Study Was Conducted...
Global health experts have warned that cancer deaths could rise by nearly 75 percent by 2050, making it one of the most pressing public health challenges of the coming decades. The number of new cases is projected to climb to 30.5 million each year by mid-century, compared to 18.5 million reported in 2023. Annual deaths...