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Gabriela Galvin

Healthcare

Why Romania’s measles crisis is a warning for all of Europe

A yearslong measles outbreak has exploded in Romania, fueled by anti-vaccine rhetoric, a floundering medical system, and conflicting health guidance. The rest of Europe is far from immune.

Nutrition

What should you be eating to stay healthier for longer in old age?

A new large-scale study tracked people’s dietary habits and health outcomes from midlife to about age 70. This is what they found out.

Health news

Tuberculosis cases have risen among kids in Europe and Central Asia

The report comes amid cuts to global aid, which health officials say could lead to a resurgence of TB.

Health news

Global aid cuts are ‘crippling’ efforts to curb tuberculosis, WHO says

Nine countries are struggling to access TB drugs, which could impact people’s treatment.

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Healthcare

Beware of unproven cancer treatments, EU medicine regulators say

The warning comes amid reports that unregulated therapies are being offered directly to patients, potentially illegally.

Health news

Dutch authorities warn against buying fake painkillers online

Counterfeit oxycodone circulating in the Netherlands poses serious health risks, authorities said.

Health news

One in three people worldwide exposed to household air pollution

About one in three people worldwide were exposed to household air pollution in a single year, according to new estimates.

Health news

Bird flu: UN experts raise alarm over growing risks to food supply

Avian influenza has been spreading among wild birds for years, but spillover into mammals and people has experts worried.

wellbeing

Retiring abroad may lead to more social loneliness, study suggests

Older people who retired abroad were more likely to find their social circles lackluster compared with those who stayed home, but their closest relationships were just as fulfilling.

Health news

‘Steep rise’ in measles cases across Europe, health authorities warn

Romania is experiencing the largest measles outbreak, but all countries have reported cases.

Healthcare

Which critical medicines are in short supply in the EU?

The drug shortages are the result of manufacturing problems, increased demand, and other issues.

Nutrition

Eating a lot of ultra-processed foods linked to poor health and death

In some parts of Europe, ultra-processed foods make up a large and growing part of people’s diets to the detriment of their health.

Healthcare

Why pregnant women and new mothers are still dying preventable deaths

Pregnant women and new mothers are still dying at alarmingly high levels across the world, and a new analysis has begun to unravel why.

Health news

Global health groups left reeling as European countries slash aid

Several European countries have announced cuts to their foreign aid budgets, with global health programmes in the crosshairs.

Nutrition

Swapping butter for olive, soybean, or rapeseed oil may improve health

The study identified a significantly lower risk of premature death among people who ate a lot of plant-based oils over three decades.

Health news

Raw alfalfa is driving a ‘widespread’ salmonella outbreak in Europe

EU agencies warned people with weaker immune systems against eating raw alfalfa until the outbreak is under control.

Health news

Parkinson’s cases could double by 2050, reaching 25 million worldwide

The uptick is expected to be driven largely by population growth and ageing, with developing countries seeing the greatest increases in cases.

wellbeing

Obesity rates expected to surge worldwide in coming decades

About six in 10 adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050, according to new projections.

wellbeing

France bans nicotine pouch sales. Where does the rest of Europe stand?

Several countries have taken steps to restrict nicotine pouches absent EU-wide regulation.

Healthcare

Demand for specialised medical care to ease suffering is surging

Nearly 74 million people are in need of palliative care, but there are major gaps in access, a new study suggests.

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