HealthChina
China Warns of Rising Dengue, Chikungunya Risk This Summer
Chinese health authorities warn of rising dengue and chikungunya risks from imported cases, urging enhanced surveillance and prevention this summer.
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Health
China Warns on Stem Cell Anti-Aging Shots, Dengue Risk Rises
China warns against unproven stem cell 'anti-aging' shots as imported dengue and chikungunya cases raise local outbreak risk.
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EnvironmentHealth
Smoke Chokes Northeast US, Canada Air Quality Plunges
Wildfire smoke from 857 Canadian blazes pushes air quality to hazardous levels across the northeastern US and Canada, affecting 124 million.
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HealthPolicy
TrumpRx Falls Short: Drug Discount Site a Boutique
Six months after launch, TrumpRx offers just 92 brand-name drugs — under 12% of portfolios — leaving most Americans without real savings.
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HealthPolitics
Brussels Allocates €132M for Bicommunal Hospitals and Care
Brussels region approves €132.4M for bicommunal hospitals and psychiatric care facilities, implementing a long-awaited healthcare reform.
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Health
Belgium Revamps Speech Therapy Reimbursement Sept 1
New speech therapy reimbursement rules take effect September 1 in Belgium, expanding preventive care and simplifying procedures for patients.
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HealthEnvironment
Walloon Minister Launches Health Reform After Deadly Heat
After a record heatwave killed 1,747 in Belgium, Walloon Minister Coppieters launches iciSanté reform to reorganize primary care.
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HealthUS
Drug Death Epicenter Shifts West as Arizona Faces Crisis
While U.S. overdose deaths fall to their lowest since 2018, Arizona sees an 18% rise driven by powdered fentanyl, extreme heat, and methamphetamine co-use.
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HealthMedical Research
Alzheimer Blood Tests Predict Disease Risk a Decade Early
Blood tests for the Alzheimer biomarker p-tau217 can predict cognitive impairment risk up to 10 years before symptoms appear, new study finds.
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HealthTechnology
Kidney Flown by Autonomous Drone in French Transplant First
In a world first, a kidney was transported 60 km by autonomous drone at 120 km/h in France, paving the way for faster organ transplants.
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HealthScience
Flemish Doctor Corrects 500-Year-Old Anatomy Error in Thigh
A Flemish doctor discovered anatomy textbooks have been wrong about the thigh for 500 years. His correction is now the global standard for groin pain.
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HealthScience
500-Year-Old Anatomy Error Corrected by Flemish Doctor
A Flemish doctor found anatomy textbooks wrong about the upper thigh for 500 years. The discovery is now the global standard for treating groin pain.
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TechnologyHealth
Kidney Flown by Drone at 120 km/h in Transplant Test
A kidney was transported 60 km by autonomous drone at 120 km/h in France. The successful test could revolutionize organ transplant logistics.
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WeatherHealth
Belgium Braces for Second Heatwave After Deadliest June
Belgium faces its second heatwave of summer 2026 after 1,747 excess deaths in June. Emergency doctors warn all age groups to take precautions.
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Health
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits 31 US States, CDC Reports
A cyclosporiasis outbreak has hit 31 US states with 843 confirmed cases and thousands more suspected. Learn about symptoms, affected areas, and prevention.
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DisasterHealth
Europe Heatwaves Linked to Thousands of Excess Deaths
Severe heatwaves across Europe since May 2026 have caused over 13,000 excess deaths, overwhelming healthcare systems and highlighting climate threats.
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HealthPolitics
GAO: Obamacare Flaw Exposed Millions to Plan Switches
GAO report reveals Obamacare exchange flaw exposed Americans to unauthorized health plan switches, with complaints surging 350% from 2023 to 2025.
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HealthSafety
E-Bike Crashes Pose Unique Brain Injury Risks for Children
Neurosurgeons warn e-bike crashes cause more severe brain injuries in children than traditional bikes, with injuries surging over 300% in recent years.
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Health
China Reports 79,000 New COVID-19 Cases in June, 130 Severe
China CDC reports 79,000 new COVID-19 cases in June 2026, including 130 severe cases and 1 death. Dominant variant NB.1.8.1 shows no new risks.
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Health
Belgium Braces for Second Heatwave After Deadliest June
Emergency doctors warn Belgians as a second heatwave arrives after June's record 1,747 excess deaths. Young people urged not to underestimate danger.
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Health
Brasschaat Farm Isolates Animals After STEC Outbreak
A children's farm in Brasschaat isolated animals after five children were hospitalized with severe kidney complications linked to STEC bacteria.
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Health
STEC Outbreak: Five Children Hospitalized in Belgium
Five children hospitalized with severe kidney complications from STEC bacteria, possibly linked to a petting farm in Brasschaat, Belgium.
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HealthEnvironment
Heat Deaths in Wallonia Double Flanders, Study Reveals
Belgium's deadliest heatwave killed 1,747 people; Wallonia had 76% excess mortality versus 31% in Flanders, prompting calls for region-specific plans.
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Consumer SafetyHealth
Costco Sued Over Protein Powder with Lead and Arsenic
Costco faces a class-action lawsuit alleging Orgain protein powders contain dangerous levels of lead, arsenic, and cadmium without warnings.
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Health
Belgian Health: Life Expectancy Up, Reflux Meds, Toy Warning
Belgian life expectancy hits 82.5 years as gender gap narrows; 7% of babies get reflux meds; professor warns squishy toys contain carcinogens.
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Weather & EnvironmentHealth
Belgium Heatwave: Code Yellow Extended, Water Crisis Deepens
Belgium faces a new heatwave with Code Yellow extended through Sunday. Wallonia struggles with water shortages as 1,747 excess deaths are confirmed.
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Health
Belgian Life Expectancy Hits 82.5 Years, Gender Gap Narrows
Belgian life expectancy reached 82.5 years in 2025, with the gender gap narrowing to 3.87 years as men's longevity gains outpace women's.
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HealthScience
Cyclospora Outbreak, Organ Donation Debate, Historic El Nino
Michigan cyclospora outbreak tops 1,000 cases; bioethicists debate 'Death by Organ Donation'; NOAA predicts historically strong El Nino.
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WeatherHealth
Brussels Activates Heatwave Measures as New Heatwave Hits
Brussels activates heatwave protocols as intense heat returns, weeks after a June heatwave caused 1,222 excess deaths in Belgium.
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HealthClimate
Belgium Pollen Season Lengthens as Heat Worsens Allergies
Belgium's grass pollen allergy season is stretching beyond its usual pattern. A new study shows heat and pollution double hay fever risk.
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ConsumerHealth
Chinese Platform Sunscreens Fail Safety, Testachats Warns
Only 1 in 12 sunscreens from AliExpress, Temu and Shein offers adequate protection, Testachats finds. Some contain banned substances.
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ScienceHealth
Microbiome Revolution: How Bacteria Talk and Why It Matters
Scientists are decoding the secret language of our gut bacteria, revealing how trillions of microbes influence health, disease, and even cognition.
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HealthSociety
Donor Children Call Insemination Fraud 'Abuse' in New Study
KU Leuven study reveals donor children describe insemination fraud as abuse, calling for term change and greater transparency from fertility clinics.
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HealthScience
PFAS Blood Tests Have No Clinical Utility, KCE Says
Belgium's KCE finds PFAS blood testing offers no clinical benefit, even for pregnant women and exposed workers, urging focus on exposure reduction instead.
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Health
NYC Upper East Side Legionnaires' Cluster Grows to 23 Cases
NYC health officials report 23 Legionnaires' disease cases on the Upper East Side, with 17 hospitalized. Cooling towers probed as source remains unknown.
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HealthPolitics
Obamacare Enrollment Plunges 13% After Subsidies Expire
ACA enrollment dropped 13% to 19.2M after subsidies expired. Ohio and Oklahoma lost over 32% of enrollees, sparking debate over affordability vs. fraud.
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Diplomacy & International RelationsHealth
China Sends Second Medical Team to DRC as Ebola Worsens
China deploys second medical team to DRC as Ebola cases surpass 1,500, underscoring Beijing's deepening health security partnership with Africa.
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PoliticsHealth
Belgium's 1733 Emergency Number Sparks Cabinet Clash
Belgian Health Minister Vandenbroucke seeks to transfer emergency number 1733 from Interior to Health after heatwave failures.
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HealthBelgium
Bastogne Hospital to Lose Emergency and ICU Services by 2027
Bastogne hospital's emergency and ICU services face permanent closure by 2027, raising rural healthcare access concerns in Belgium's Luxembourg province.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium Heatwave: 1,222 Dead as Political Backlash Grows
Belgium reports 1,222 heat-related deaths from a June heatwave, sparking political fury as opposition leaders accuse the government of inaction.
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HealthScience
Drug-Resistant Candida auris Cases Double in U.S. Hospitals
CDC reports deadly drug-resistant Candida auris cases more than doubled from 2022 to 2024, reaching 6,197. Bloodstream infections rose 60%.
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HealthPolitics
US Contraception Stuck in Belgium, Sensoa Demands EU Action
Tons of US contraception remain stranded in Belgian warehouses. Sensoa urges Europe to act as 1.4 million women in Africa face losing access.
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HealthSocial Media
Viral TikTok Sparks Legal Fight Over Hospital Care
Belgian influencer Chelsea Van Nerum's viral TikTok criticizing ZOL Genk's ER after a lightning strike prompts the hospital to consider legal action.
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PoliticsHealth
Tom Kean Returns After Depression Treatment, Faces Voters
Rep. Tom Kean (R-NJ) returned to Congress after a 117-day absence, revealing he was hospitalized for depression. He now faces a tough reelection fight.
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Health
Pediatricians: Every Child Deserves Meningitis Protection
Belgian pediatricians call for broader meningitis vaccination, arguing that every child deserves equal protection regardless of region or income.
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Health
KCE Report: ME/CFS Care in Belgium Needs Urgent Reform
KCE report finds chronic fatigue syndrome poorly understood and treated in Belgium, affecting 48,000 people. Report calls for new reference centers.
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SocietyHealth
Belgian Lifeguards Warn: A Generation That Can't Swim
Belgian lifeguards warn that a generation is growing up unable to swim as pool closures and lesson shortages create a public safety crisis.
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ScienceHealth
NIH Unveils World's Largest Integrated Health Database
The NIH's All of Us Research Program releases the world's largest integrated genomic and health database, with data from over 747,000 participants.
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HealthScience
Powassan Virus Cases Hit Record High as Tick Threat Grows
CDC reports record 76 Powassan virus cases in 2025, with 15 in 2026. The rare tick-borne disease can transmit in 15 minutes with no vaccine available.
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HealthLaw Enforcement
China Cracks Down on Drug-Laced Vapes as Youth Crisis Grows
Chinese authorities intensify penalties for drug-laced e-cigarettes as etomidate surpasses heroin to become the second most abused drug among youth.
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International NewsHealth
Princess Kate Conquers Three Peaks Challenge for Cancer
Princess Kate climbs Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 24 hours to raise funds for holistic cancer care at The Royal Marsden.
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SocietyHealth
China Cracks Down on Drug-Laced Vapes Amid Youth Crisis
China intensifies crackdown on drug-laced e-cigarettes as etomidate surpasses heroin in abuse, with youth addiction cases rising sharply.
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Community & Social IssuesHealth
A Divided Church United to Erase Millions in Medical Debt
A politically diverse church in North Carolina united to purchase and forgive millions in medical debt for thousands of families.
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HealthSocial Policy
China Unveils Full-Chain Maternal and Child Health Plan
China's NHC announces comprehensive maternal and child health services centered on five pillars, building on WHO recognition as a top performer.
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JusticeHealth
Driver Acquitted at 3.56 Promille Over Auto-Brewery Syndrome
A Belgian driver was acquitted of drunk driving at 3.56 promille after the court accepted his rare auto-brewery syndrome defense.
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WeatherHealth
Belgium Heatwave: Code Red, Hospitals Cancel Surgeries
Belgium's severe heatwave triggers code red warnings, hospital surgery cancellations due to overheated servers and climate refuges across Brussels.
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HealthPolitics
Four Surprising Facts About Abortion in America Since Dobbs
Four years after Dobbs overturned Roe v. Wade, abortion rates have risen, telehealth has boomed, and politics have shifted in unexpected ways.
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Health
Rhinovirus Surges in China, Doctors Warn on Self-Medication
China reports a surge in rhinovirus infections, now the #1 respiratory pathogen. Doctors warn against self-medication and urge proper medical guidance.
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HealthInternational
Ebola Case Confirmed in France, Doctor Returned from Congo
France confirms first Ebola case of current outbreak as doctor returning from Congo is isolated. WHO warns outbreak is moving faster than response.
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HealthSociety
Belgium Donor Anonymity Plan Faces Bioethics Committee Blow
Belgium's bioethics committee warns Health Minister Vandenbroucke is moving too fast to end donor anonymity, proposing a phased two-track system instead.
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HealthInvestigation
CPCs Claim to 'Rule Out' Ectopic Pregnancies, Experts Warn
NPR investigation finds crisis pregnancy centers in 49 states claim to 'rule out' ectopic pregnancies. Medical experts warn the practice is dangerous.
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HealthSocial Affairs
Belgium Unveils Action Plan to Support Informal Caregivers
Belgian Health Minister Vandenbroucke launches a four-pillar action plan to support informal caregivers with simpler admin, flexible leave and recognition.
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HealthTechnology
AI Detects Hidden Heart Disease That Doctors Missed
An AI program called EchoNext detected a serious heart condition misdiagnosed as asthma, leading to a heart transplant. The tool is now widely accessible.
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HealthPharmaceuticals
Patent Loophole Brings Cystic Fibrosis Drug at 96% Off
WTO patent exemption lets Bangladesh make generic cystic fibrosis drug for $12,775/year, versus Vertex's $325,300 US price.
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SocietyHealth
Survey: Nearly 1 in 10 Belgians Report Incest Victimization
A landmark survey reveals nearly 1 in 10 Belgians report incest victimization. Associations warn of critical gaps in support for survivors.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium's Doctor Glut: Med Graduates Locked Out From 2032
Up to 350 Flemish medical students per year will graduate from 2032 unable to practice as GPs or specialists due to quota mismatches.
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EnvironmentHealth
Walloon Farmers Destroy Crops as Cadmium Crisis Deepens
RTBF investigation reveals Walloon farmers destroying cadmium-contaminated vegetables, with 48,000 hectares affected and no compensation.
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HealthScience
FDA Panel Unanimously Backs First New Vaccine Since 2023
An FDA advisory committee voted 9-0 to recommend Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine, marking the panel's first new vaccine endorsement in over three years.
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HealthMedicine
The Black Market for Retatrutide, the Super-Ozempic
Demand for Eli Lilly's unapproved weight-loss drug retatrutide has spawned a thriving black market. At least 14 hospitalizations linked to its use.
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HealthLegal
Florida Couple to Raise Baby After IVF Mix-Up Agreement
A Florida couple reaches a custody agreement with biological parents after an IVF mix-up, raising questions about fertility clinic oversight.
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Science and TechnologyHealth
China's BCI Breakthrough Turns Thoughts into Reality
China advances BCI technology as it enters the government work report for the first time, with Haihe Laboratory leading patents and clinical applications.
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ScienceHealth
mRNA Flu Vaccine Offers Broader, Longer-Lasting Immunity
Moderna's mRNA-1010 flu vaccine triggers broader antibody responses and durable immunity against multiple influenza strains, study finds.
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HealthSociety
Belgium's Health Gap Widens: Poorer Pay More, Get Sicker
New CM study reveals growing health inequality in Belgium: lower-income citizens face worse health and spend more on care.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium Faces Healthcare Desert by 2035, Warns Top Official
Dr. Philippe Devos warns Belgium's healthcare faces a 'desert of difficulties' between 2030-2035 as creches close early and hospitals buckle.
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Health
Belgium's Dementia Crisis: 4 Factors for Life Expectancy
Dementia cases in Belgium are projected to rise 65% by 2050. A new report reveals four crucial factors determining life expectancy after diagnosis.
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HealthEducation
Belgian School Closes After Norovirus and Strep Outbreak
A Belgian special needs school in Kortrijk closed for a week after a norovirus and streptococcus outbreak following a forest class trip, affecting dozens.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium Requires Annual Doctor Visits for Long-Term Sick
Belgium requires long-term sick to visit their doctor yearly for certificate renewal, aiming to cut invalidity from 570,000 to under 470,000 by 2030.
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PoliticsHealth
How Kratom Industry Found Powerful Allies in Trump's Cabinet
NYT investigation reveals how kratom giant Botanic Tonics used donations and lobbying to gain influence with DHS Secretary Mullin and HHS.
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ScienceHealth
Tiny Transparent Fish Could Revolutionize Brain Science
Janelia Research Campus launches a decade-long initiative using the transparent Danionella fish and AI to decode how vertebrate brains generate behavior.
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HealthSociety
US Infant Mortality Rate Hits Record Low, Still Trails Peers
CDC data shows US infant mortality dropped to a record low of 5.36 per 1,000 in 2025, but racial disparities and the gap with other nations persist.
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Health
Alzheimer's Cases in Belgium Could Surge 65% by 2050
Belgian Alzheimer's cases projected to rise 65% by 2050, from 214,736 to 353,357. Stop Alzheimer report highlights aging and prevention potential.
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PoliticsHealth
Mitch McConnell Admitted to Hospital, Spokesperson Confirms
Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized, his spokesperson confirmed. The Kentucky Republican's health history raises questions about his remaining term.
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Health
Alpha-Gal Syndrome: Tick-Borne Meat Allergy Rising in US
Alpha-gal syndrome, a life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites, is rising in the US. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and prevention.
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SocietyHealth
Belgium Roundup: School Outbreak, Blood Appeal, New Laws
Belgium news: School outbreak in Buzet affects 100 students; Red Cross urges blood donations; new protections for emergency workers and cancer survivors.
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Health
Red Cross Urges Blood Donations Before Summer Holidays
The Red Cross of Belgium calls on holidaymakers to donate blood before summer vacations to prevent hospital strain and maintain adequate supplies.
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HealthFinance
Belgium Ends Cancer Disclosure for Mortgage Insurance
As of June 1, Belgian cancer survivors no longer need to declare their medical history for mortgage balance insurance, ending a barrier to homeownership.
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Health
Mystery Illness Strikes Half of Belgian School Students
Nearly 100 students at a Belgian school fell ill with gastrointestinal symptoms. Water contamination has been ruled out, and the cause remains unknown.
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Health
Belgium Cuts Blood Transfusions by One-Third Since 2011
Belgium cut blood transfusions by one-third per capita since 2011 through better surgery and patient blood management, but donations remain critical.
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Health
Nara Organics Recalls Baby Formula After Botulism Outbreak
Nara Organics recalls all lots of Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula after three infants hospitalized with botulism. CDC urges parents to stop using it.
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ScienceHealth
China's Marine Drugs Account for Nearly 30% of Global Market
Chinese-developed ocean drugs account for nearly 30% of approved marine drugs globally, as Beijing issues landmark policy to boost the sector.
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Justice & LawHealth
Belgium Lifts Asbestos Company Immunity in Landmark Victory
Belgium's government lifts legal immunity for asbestos companies, allowing victims to seek damages in court after a decade-long political struggle.
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InternationalHealth
US Demands Belgium Ban Congolese Travelers Over Ebola Fears
The US has demanded Belgium ban Congolese travelers over Ebola fears ahead of the World Cup. Belgium's health minister has refused, sparking a dispute.
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ScienceHealth
20x Sharper Scanner Detects Dementia and Parkinson's Early
UZ Leuven becomes first hospital worldwide to deploy NeuroExplorer PET scanner, detecting dementia, Parkinson's, and ALS years before symptoms appear.
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International RelationsHealth
Belgium Rejects US Demand for Congo Travel Ban Amid Ebola
Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke rejects US demand for a travel ban on Congolese citizens, calling it unscientific and disproportionate.
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HealthScience
GLP-1 Drugs May Protect Against Cancer, Studies Suggest
New research at ASCO 2026 suggests GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may reduce cancer risk and slow progression beyond weight loss.
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HealthSociety
Belgium's Mental Health Crisis: 1 in 3 Workers on Sick Leave
Half of Belgians are in a negative mental spiral as 31% of workers took sick leave. Tom Waes fronts a new campaign to destigmatize seeking help.
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HealthPolitics
Belgian Eye Doctors Under Fire Over Rising Fee Supplements
Belgian eye doctors face backlash over rising fee supplements. A doctor defended €140,000 profit as ‘not disproportionate’ amid reform push.
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HealthAgriculture
Two More Texas Screwworm Cases Confirmed, USDA Warns
USDA confirms two new screwworm infections in Texas cattle hundreds of miles apart, raising concerns about containment of the flesh-eating parasite.
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TechnologyHealth
Doctors Turn to AI for Medical Answers as OpenEvidence Grows
OpenEvidence, an AI-powered medical search tool, is now used by nearly two-thirds of U.S. physicians. The startup's valuation has soared to $12 billion.
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HealthPolitics
TSA Updates Cannabis Policy; Jill Biden on Joe's Cancer
TSA updates medical marijuana guidelines for air travel with health warnings, while Jill Biden reveals Joe Biden's stage 4 cancer has spread to his bones.
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PoliticsHealth
Bidens Return to Public Stage Amid Stage 4 Cancer Revelation
Joe Biden returns to public speaking as Jill Biden reveals he has stage 4 prostate cancer. The former president and first lady navigate health.
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HealthPolitics
Jill Biden Reveals Joe Biden Has Stage 4 Cancer, Says Slowed
Jill Biden reveals Joe Biden has stage 4 prostate cancer that spread to his bones, saying he will live with cancer for the rest of his life.
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PoliticsHealth
RFK Jr. Faces Criticism Over Disengaged HHS Leadership
Health Secretary RFK Jr. focuses narrowly on food and vaccines while leaving critical health agencies without permanent leadership amid an Ebola outbreak.
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ScienceHealth
AI-Designed Vaccine Targets Virus Families in Human Trial
Cambridge researchers achieve a world first: an AI-designed vaccine targets entire virus families, with human trials showing safety and immune response.
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TechnologyHealth
Belgian Teens Confide in AI: Warning Digital vs Human Care
Belgium's children's rights watchdog warns teens are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support, risking confusion between digital and professional care.
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ScienceHealth
Scientists Precisely Edit Human Embryo Genes for First Time
Columbia University researchers used base editing to precisely edit human embryo genes without chromosomal damage, opening new possibilities.
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HealthEconomy
China's Innovative Drug Industry at a Tipping Point: Xinhua
Xinhua calls for accelerated China innovative drug development as record BD deals top $100B and AI transforms R&D, but warns of weak basic research.
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HealthSociety
Mothers Twice as Likely as Fathers to Face Burnout
A Belgian study of 313,000 people finds mothers face more than double the risk of burnout and depression as fathers, the gap widening with young children.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium Rejects Wegovy Reimbursement Over Cost Concerns
Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke refuses to reimburse weight-loss drug Wegovy, citing prohibitive costs and concerns over essential care.
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HealthEnvironment
Medicaid, Screwworm, Iowa Water: Health Threats Across US
Medicaid work rules threaten cancer and HIV patients; screwworm fly returns to Texas; Iowa faces summer water pollution crisis.
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HealthPolitics
Cancer, HIV Patients Could Lose Medicaid Under New Work Rule
New Medicaid work rules could cause people with cancer, HIV, and other serious conditions to lose health coverage, advocates warn.
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EnvironmentHealth
Lead Levels Near Umicore Hoboken Hit Historic New Low
Blood lead levels in children near Umicore's Hoboken facility dropped to 1.96 µg/dl, the lowest ever recorded, signaling environmental progress.
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Immigration and Human RightsHealth
ICE Detainees Allege Widespread Medical Neglect Across US
AP and KFF Health News investigation finds 300+ cases of medical neglect in ICE detention, from untreated cancer to denied medications.
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HealthMedical Research
mRNA Cancer Vaccine Slashes Melanoma Recurrence by 49%
Moderna and Merck's mRNA vaccine reduced melanoma recurrence risk by 49% over five years, offering new hope for advanced skin cancer patients.
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ScienceHealth
Scientists Find HBV 'Navigator' Protein, New Therapy Ahead
Chinese researchers identified SCARF2, a 'navigator' protein guiding Hepatitis B virus to the cell nucleus, opening new pathways for curative treatments.
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Health
Hospitals See Diseases Resurge as Vaccinations Decline
U.S. hospitals report rising cases of measles, whooping cough, and Hib as childhood vaccination rates fall below critical thresholds, alarming experts.
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Health
Michigan Vaccine Waiver Reform Backfires Amid Measles Rise
Michigan's 2015 vaccine education rule initially cut waivers by 32%, but post-COVID backlash drove exemptions to record highs amid measles outbreaks.
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PoliticsHealth
Mellon Gave $4.5M Estate to RFK Jr.'s Anti-Vaccine Nonprofit
Timothy Mellon, Trump's biggest donor, transferred a $4.5 million Connecticut estate to Children's Health Defense, RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine nonprofit.
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HealthInternational
Belgian Patient in Rio Cleared of Ebola, Malaria Confirmed
A Belgian national hospitalized in Rio under Ebola suspicion has tested negative. Fiocruz confirms malaria as global health vigilance continues.
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HealthPublic Awareness
Over Half of Belgians Unaware HPV Causes Cancer, Study Finds
Survey reveals 56% of Belgians unaware HPV causes cancer, exposing awareness gaps as Belgium expands vaccine reimbursement to adults up to age 30.
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HealthMedical Research
mRNA Vaccine Shows Lasting Protection Against Melanoma
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine combined with Keytruda reduced melanoma recurrence risk by 49% over five years, according to new clinical trial data.
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HealthMedical Research
Experimental Pill Doubles Survival in Pancreatic Cancer
New oral drug daraxonrasib nearly doubled survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer patients, marking a breakthrough against one of the deadliest cancers.
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HealthTravel
Hantavirus Cruise Ship Cleared to Resume Operations
The MV Hondius, linked to a hantavirus outbreak that killed 3 and sickened 13, has been cleared by Dutch health authorities after a thorough deep cleaning.
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HealthSociety
China Marks World No Tobacco Day in Youth Anti-Smoking Push
China launches World No Tobacco Day campaign urging youth to reject smoking, as experts call for national smoke-free legislation.
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HealthSociety
One Death per Hour: Smoking Kills 9,500 Annually in Belgium
Sciensano reports over 9,500 smoking-related deaths per year in Belgium as new plain packaging law takes effect June 1, targeting cigars and pipe tobacco.
—4 min read
SportsHealth
Participant Resuscitated at Antwerp Chillathlon, Swim Halted
A 58-year-old participant was resuscitated during the first Antwerp Chillathlon. The swimming leg was halted while cycling and running continued.
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HealthMedical Breakthrough
Experimental Pill Nearly Doubles Pancreatic Cancer Survival
A new experimental pill nearly doubles survival for advanced pancreatic cancer patients, targeting the long-undruggable KRAS mutation.
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PoliticsHealth
Trump's Physical Exam Shows 'Excellent Health' at Age 79
White House releases Trump's physical exam results, showing excellent health, 14-pound weight gain, and near-obese BMI ahead of his 80th birthday.
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HealthPolitics
Trump Orders CDC to Narrow Childhood Vaccine Recommendations
President Trump signed an executive order directing health agencies to align with a study recommending fewer childhood vaccines, reigniting legal battles.
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HealthGlobal Health
Ebola Rages in Remote Congo Mining Town as Outbreak Surges
A rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain surges in DRC's Ituri Province with over 1,000 cases and 241 deaths as medics struggle to contain the outbreak.
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HealthScience
Ketamine Infusion Rapidly Eases Depression, Study Finds
A JAMA Psychiatry meta-analysis finds a single ketamine infusion relieves severe depression within hours and reduces suicidal thoughts for up to a month.
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SocietyHealth
Hangzhou Raids Illegal IVF Lab in Residential Villa
Hangzhou authorities raid illegal IVF lab in residential villa, seize equipment and embryos. Undercover reporter assaulted during investigation.
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HealthSocial Issues
Kasper's €315,000 CAR-T Fight: A Lifeline Out of Reach
Four-year-old Kasper needs €315,000 CAR-T therapy in Rome, not reimbursed in Belgium. His family's crowdfunding highlights gaps in cancer care.
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HealthScience
First Male IUD (STEOM) in Development, Expected by 2033
The world's first male IUD is in development at CHU de Lille. Named STEOM, it is non-hormonal, reversible, and expected by 2033.
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HealthConsumer Protection
Belgium's Supplement Market: Who Will Intervene?
A De Morgen investigation exposes gaps in Belgium's supplement regulation, sparking debate over enforcement, influencer marketing, and consumer protection.
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HealthMedical Breakthrough
'Forgotten Heart Valve' Implanted Without Open-Heart Surgery
AZ Sint-Jan Brugge becomes first in Europe to implant a tricuspid heart valve via the jugular vein, offering hope for patients too frail for surgery.
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HealthEconomy
8% of Americans Uninsured in 2025 as Policy Changes Loom
CDC data shows 8% of Americans lacked health insurance in 2025, but Medicaid cuts and expired ACA subsidies could drive millions more uninsured.
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HealthScience
Breakthrough Drug Offers Functional Cure for Hepatitis B
Phase III trials show bepirovirsen achieves functional cure in 19% of chronic hepatitis B patients, marking a major treatment advance.
—5 min read
HealthPolitics
US to Send Ebola-Exposed Americans to Kenya in Policy Shift
Trump administration plans to quarantine and treat Ebola-exposed Americans in Kenya instead of repatriating them, breaking decades of established protocol.
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HealthMedicine
ACS Adds Blood Test to Colorectal Cancer Screening Options
American Cancer Society updates guidelines to include Guardant Health's Shield blood test for colorectal cancer screening, aiming to reach millions.
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PoliticsHealth
Pam Bondi Diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer, Gets AI Role
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer after leaving DOJ. She is recovering and appointed to Trump's AI advisory council.
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InternationalHealth
Ebola Epidemic Expands: New Cases in Uganda, EU Aid Arrives
Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda escalates with new cases in Kampala. EU dispatches 100 tons of aid as WHO warns outbreak is outpacing response efforts.
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TechnologyHealth
AI Therapy Notes: Efficiency Tool or Breach of Trust?
Therapists use AI to record sessions and generate notes. Patients and experts raise concerns about privacy, consent, and trust.
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Human InterestHealth
Elizabeth Smart Reclaims Her Body Through Bodybuilding
Kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart, 38, has taken up competitive bodybuilding to reclaim her body after trauma, winning first place at a Utah competition.
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HealthSports
Ice Bath Units Deployed for First Time at 20km of Brussels
Belgian Red Cross deploys ice bath units for the first time at the 20km of Brussels to treat exertional hyperthermia among 50,000 runners.
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HealthScience
Gene Therapy and Gamified Insurance Reshape Health Care
A single infusion of CRISPR gene therapy slashes cholesterol by 60%, while John Hancock gamifies health insurance with rewards for healthy habits.
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HealthLifestyle
Elizabeth Smart: Reclaiming Her Body Through Bodybuilding
Elizabeth Smart, kidnapping survivor and advocate, shares how competitive bodybuilding helped her reclaim confidence and celebrate her body.
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HealthScience
CRISPR Gene Therapy Slashes Cholesterol in Early Trial
A single infusion of CRISPR therapy CTX310 reduced LDL cholesterol by nearly 50% in a Phase 1 trial, raising hopes for a one-time heart disease cure.
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HealthInsurance
How John Hancock Turns Healthy Habits Into a Game
John Hancock's Vitality program uses gamification, prize wheels, and premium discounts to incentivize healthy habits, reshaping life insurance.
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HealthEnvironment
1 in 5 Flemish Families Distrust Tap Water, Survey Reveals
A Gezinsbond survey finds 10% of Flemish families consider tap water unsafe, while 9% filter it first. Recent contamination scandals fuel growing distrust.
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HealthGlobal Health
China CDC Issues Ebola Alert After WHO Declares Emergency
China CDC issues Ebola prevention alert after WHO declares DRC outbreak a global health emergency, requiring 21-day monitoring for travelers.
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HealthSociety
4 in 10 Belgians Suffer Social Burnout, Psychologist Warns
A new report reveals 40% of Belgians experience social burnout. Clinical psychologist Yeter Yesilgöz explains warning signs and how to set boundaries.
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HealthPolitics
US Expands Ebola Entry Ban to Green Card Holders
The US expands its Ebola entry ban to green card holders as WHO warns of Bundibugyo strain spread in DRC and Uganda, sparking debate.
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EnvironmentHealth
One in Five Walloons Hit by Road Noise, Probe Reveals
RTBF investigation reveals 660,000 Walloons suffer dangerous road noise. WHO guidelines clash with Wallonia's 70 dB limit as new anti-noise plan looms.
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HealthPolitics
US Aid Cuts May Have Delayed Ebola Detection, Experts Warn
U.S. foreign aid cuts weakened disease surveillance in Africa, potentially delaying detection of the Ebola outbreak that has killed over 130 people.
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HealthPolitics
Gaps in Trump's $50B Rural Health Fund Leave Rural Gaps
Trump's $50B rural health fund cannot help Martin County, NC reopen its only hospital. Critics say structural gaps leave vulnerable communities behind.
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HealthPolitics
Passenger 'Betrayed' by Federal Hantavirus Quarantine Order
An American cruise passenger was ordered into mandatory federal quarantine after a hantavirus outbreak, sparking a legal debate over public health powers.
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SocietyHealth
Belgium's Social Crisis: Sextortion, Burnout, Safety Fears
Sextortion targeting youth surges 143% in Belgium, 40% face social burnout, and women report widespread safety fears on public transport.
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HealthPolitics
Hantavirus Passenger Calls Nebraska Quarantine a 'Prison'
A New York man quarantined in Nebraska after a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship says the isolation center feels like a prison.
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HealthBelgium
E-Scooter Accidents Surge 60% as ER Doctors Demand Night Ban
Emergency doctors in Antwerp report a 60% surge in e-scooter accident victims and demand a night-time ban, citing severe alcohol-related injuries.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium Ends Homeopathy Reimbursement in Health Overhaul
Belgian Health Minister Vandenbroucke unveils sweeping health insurance reforms, ending homeopathy and acupuncture reimbursement.
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Health
American Doctor with Ebola Evacuated to Germany for Care
An American surgeon contracted Ebola while operating on a patient in Congo. He was evacuated to Berlin as the WHO warns of nearly 600 suspected cases.
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HealthPolitics
ACA Enrollment Plunges by 5 Million as Subsidies Expire
KFF analysis finds ACA marketplace enrollment could drop by 5 million in 2026 after enhanced premium tax credits expired, with costs soaring.
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EducationHealth
25 States Sue Over Student Loan Limits on Nursing Degrees
A coalition of 25 states sues the Education Department over loan limits that exclude nursing and healthcare graduate programs from higher borrowing caps.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium's Health Minister Unveils Major Insurance Overhaul
Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke proposes major reform of mutual health insurance funds, targeting 250 million euros in savings by 2029.
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HealthPolitics
Health Concerns: Measles, Caffeine Pouches, Kennedy Firings
A measles outbreak in Bangladesh raises World Cup concerns, caffeine pouches surge among youth, and RFK Jr. fires preventive health task force leaders.
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HealthSociety
576,000 Belgians on Long-Term Sick Leave: A Nation in Crisis
Over 576,000 Belgians are now on long-term sick leave. A new demographic analysis reveals who they are, what ails them, and why the crisis is deepening.
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HealthFood Safety
Cereulide-Tainted Infant Milk Quietly Removed in EU
Investigation reveals Nestlé and Danone quietly removed cereulide-contaminated infant formula from shelves before public recalls.
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HealthEurope
Foodwatch Urges EU to Act on Banned Pesticides in Imports
Foodwatch reveals 76% of tested imported foods contain banned pesticide residues, calling on the EU to close regulatory loopholes and halt toxic trade.
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HealthEducation
Experts Urge Teaching Girls About Vulvas From Kindergarten
Medical experts in Flanders call for teaching girls about vulvas from kindergarten age to improve health, reduce stigma, and empower children.
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HealthSociety
Dirk De Wachter: Youth Are Doing Well, Emotional Dips Normal
Belgian psychiatrist Dirk De Wachter reassures that emotional dips in young adulthood are normal and not a cause for panic, citing new survey data.
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HealthWorld
Ebola Outbreak: US Travel Restrictions as American Infected
An American missionary tests positive for Ebola in Congo as the US announces travel restrictions amid a growing outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain.
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HealthPolitics
Belgium to End Homeopathy and Acupuncture Reimbursement
Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke proposes ending reimbursement for homeopathy and acupuncture, shifting funds toward evidence-based care.
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HealthInternational
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Kills 80, No Vaccine Available
DR Congo faces its 17th Ebola outbreak with at least 80 deaths from the Bundibugyo strain, for which no vaccine or specific treatment exists.
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