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Maternal mortality improvements “stagnating”
The drive to reduce maternal deaths has stagnated worldwide – with increases in Europe, according to an “alarming” report published today. Read more
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Concern over new form of mpox
A new severe form of mpox has a high mortality rate in people with advanced HIV, researchers report today. Read more
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Monthly physical activity benefits brain
A new link has been reported between regular exercise and improved cognitive function later in life. Read more
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Three COVID treatments gain approval
Regulators today endorse three medicines for treating adults with COVID-19 as part of a clinical and cost-effectiveness review. Read more
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Breakthrough made in next generation cancer treatment
A new generation of light-activated cancer treatments has become a step closer to reality, UK researchers have revealed. Read more
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COVID protection drug rejected
A drug designed to protect vulnerable patients against COVID is unlikely to be effective enough, according to UK regulators. Read more
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WHO report highlights mental health disorders in prisons
Almost one third of prisoners in the World Health Organization Europe region are suffering from mental health disorders, according to a new report. Read more
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Implantable device could limit seizures
New implantable devices have been developed to monitor the brain for epileptic seizures, researchers in Glasgow have announced. Read more
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WHO praise team response to Türkiye and Syria earthquakes
The World Health Organization has set out details of its response to the catastrophic earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. Read more
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Catastrophic’ rise in antibiotic resistance in Iraq
Decades of wars and conflict in Iraq have led to a “catastrophic” rise in antibiotic resistance in the country, international experts warn today. Read more