HealthEconomy
Belgian Brewers Fight New Alcohol Warning Slogan
Belgian brewers oppose the new 'Alcohol is harmful to health' slogan, while health experts argue there is no safe threshold for alcohol consumption.
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Belgian Agency Probes Dutch Mass Donor in Belgium
Belgium's FAGG investigates whether Dutch mass sperm donor Simon, who fathered 121+ children, also donated in Belgium.
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HealthPolitics
Kennedy, Shapiro Feud Over Pa. Measles Deaths
RFK Jr. and Gov. Shapiro clash over measles deaths in Pennsylvania, exposing federal-state tensions amid the worst U.S. outbreak in decades.
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ScienceHealth
CRISPR One-Time Treatment Cuts Cholesterol for a Year
A single CRISPR infusion reduced LDL cholesterol and triglycerides for a year in a small trial, offering hope for one-time heart disease treatment.
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Health
West Nile Virus Death in Netherlands Raises Belgian Concerns
First West Nile virus death in Netherlands prompts Belgian health officials to warn cases are expected as disease spreads northward.
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Health
FDA Approves Landmark Pancreatic Cancer Drug Rasonque
FDA approves Rasonque (daraxonrasib), a first-in-class targeted therapy that nearly doubled survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer patients.
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Health
Pennsylvania Reports First 2 Measles Deaths in US This Year
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents died from measles, the first US deaths from the virus in 2026, as the nation faces its worst outbreak since 1991.
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HealthEurope
Belgian Salmonella Outbreak From Geel Eggs Sickens 300
At least 300 people in Belgium have fallen ill from Salmonella linked to eggs from Laerco BV in Geel. FAVV urges consumers to check egg codes.
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HealthEnvironment
West Nile Virus Found in Brussels Birds, Human Risk Low
Brussels birds test positive for West Nile virus. Health authorities say complications are very rare, advising precautions against mosquito bites.
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Health
Pennsylvania Reports First Measles Deaths in 35 Years
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvanians died from measles in Lancaster County, the state's first measles deaths in 35 years amid a major U.S. outbreak.
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HealthSports
Study: 1 in 4 NFL Players Develops Brain Disease CTE
New BMJ study finds at least 1 in 4 former NFL players who died had CTE, with estimates as high as 97.7%. Experts call it a wake-up call for player safety.
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Health
West Nile Virus Spreads in Belgium: Blood Donors Tested
West Nile virus confirmed in animals across Belgian regions; Red Cross tests blood donors in Vilvoorde as authorities monitor spread.
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HealthClimate
West Nile Virus Spreads in Europe as Climate Change Expands
West Nile virus spreads across Europe as climate change expands mosquito habitats, with Belgium facing growing risk after first horse infection.
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HealthEconomy
China's Innovative Drug Exports Surge to $110B in H1 2026
Chinese innovative drug out-licensing deals hit $110 billion in H1 2026 as global pharma giants rush to license Chinese innovations.
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HealthClimate
West Nile Virus: Climate Change's Expanding Threat to Europe
West Nile virus, called 'the face of climate change,' is spreading across Europe as outbreaks hit North Macedonia and 12 countries report cases.
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MediaHealth
Dutch Media Fined for Overly Positive Ozempic Coverage
Dutch media giants DPG Media and Mediahuis face fines for overly positive Ozempic coverage, sparking a press freedom debate.
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Health
Tiger Mosquito Spreads to 11 Belgian Municipalities
The tiger mosquito has been reported in 11 Belgian municipalities this season, including 4 first-time detections, raising health concerns.
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Health
NIPT Test Could Predict Preterm Birth and Preeclampsia Risk
Flemish researchers find the NIPT blood test can also signal risk of preterm birth and preeclampsia, expanding its diagnostic value.
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PoliticsHealth
Trump Picks Dr. Heidi Overton to Lead the FDA
Trump nominates Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the FDA, setting up a contentious Senate confirmation battle over the agency's future direction.
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Business & EconomyHealth
Moderna Stock Nearly Triples on Cancer Vaccine Trial
Moderna shares surged 177% after its personalized mRNA cancer vaccine met Phase 3 endpoints in melanoma, marking a historic milestone for cancer treatment.
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Health
China Unveils Comprehensive Hospital Rule-of-Law Framework
China's four health agencies jointly issue first comprehensive hospital rule-of-law framework, targeting legal compliance and governance by end of 2027.
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Health
China Honors Nine 'Most Beautiful Doctors' on Doctors' Day
China's departments release advanced deeds of nine 'Most Beautiful Doctors' on the 9th Chinese Doctors' Day.
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HealthTechnology
UZ Gent Files Complaint Over AI Deepfake Videos of Urologist
UZ Gent warns about AI-generated deepfake videos featuring urologist Piet Hoebeke promoting fake prostate products. Professor files police complaint.
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Health
US kindergarten vaccine exemptions hit record high
CDC data shows US kindergarten vaccination rates declined again while exemptions reached a record 4.2%, raising measles outbreak concerns.
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HealthBusiness
Moderna Surges After mRNA Cancer Treatment Passes Trial
Moderna and Merck announce their mRNA-based cancer vaccine intismeran met key endpoints in a Phase 3 melanoma trial, sending Moderna shares up over 120%.
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GovernmentHealth
CDC's Zombie Programs: Funded But No One Left to Run Them
The CDC operates 'zombie programs' - initiatives Congress funds but lack staff after layoffs. New director Dr. Erica Schwartz inherits the crisis.
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HealthEnvironment
Texas Pet Adoptions on Hold as Screwworm Outbreak Spreads
Texas shelters suspend pet adoptions amid New World screwworm outbreak, threatening thousands of animals as quarantine restrictions strain the system.
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HealthTransport
One in Five Belgian Diabetics Lack Adapted Driving Licence
Survey reveals 22% of Belgian diabetes patients lack the legally required adapted driving licence, risking fines and insurance complications.
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HealthEnvironment
Brussels doctor warns of health crisis from aircraft noise
A Schaarbeek doctor raises alarm over health risks from planes flying overhead every 4 minutes, urging federal ministers to act on aircraft noise.
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Health
Belgian Hospitals See Surge in Egg Donors After Shortage
Belgian fertility centers see a surge in egg donor registrations after media coverage of a critical shortage as the country ends donor anonymity.
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Health
US School Vaccination Rates Fall, Exemptions at Record High
CDC data shows US kindergarten vaccination rates declined again while exemptions reached an all-time high of 4.2%, raising measles outbreak concerns.
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HealthPolitics
Drug Prices Drop Sharply, But Who Deserves the Credit?
Prescription drug prices fell 3.1% year-over-year, the steepest drop since 1963. Trump claims credit, but experts cite complex factors.
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HealthPolitics
CDC Zombie Programs: Funded but Unstaffed, Director Pressed
The CDC's new director inherits 'zombie programs' - funded initiatives with no staff left after mass layoffs, sparking legal and political battles.
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HealthSociety
Belgium's Egg Donor Crisis Deepens as Anonymity Ends
Belgian fertility centers report a dramatic drop in egg donor registrations after donor anonymity was abolished, leaving women unable to pursue baby wishes
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LegalHealth
Clancy Trial Exposes Gaps in Postpartum Psychosis Care
Lindsay Clancy's trial exposes gaps in treating postpartum psychosis, as advocates call for more research and better medical training.
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Health
Belgium's Egg Donor Crisis: Anonymity Law Sparks Mass Exodus
Belgian fertility centers report a massive drop in egg donors after the government abolished donor anonymity, leaving parents like Ine without options.
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Health
Obesity Drugs Show Promise Against Hormonal Disorder PMOS
GLP-1 obesity drugs show early promise treating PMOS, a hormonal disorder affecting 170 million women, but insurance barriers remain.
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Health
Salmonella Suspected in Ourthe River: Eight Hospitalized
At least eight young people suspected of salmonella infection after swimming in Belgium's Ourthe river. Authorities warn against entering the water.
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Health
Kennedy Vaccine Fears Echo in Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak
Pennsylvania faces its worst measles outbreak in decades as vaccine hesitancy stirred by RFK Jr. years ago takes root in Lancaster County.
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Health
Alzheimer's Blood Tests Causing Confusion and Distress
New Alzheimer's blood tests for early detection are causing confusion and distress among patients due to uncertainty about accuracy.
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Health
Free-Range Eggs Recalled in Belgium Over Salmonella Risk
Free-range eggs from Laerco BV sold at Colruyt and Delhaize recalled over possible salmonella contamination. Consumers urged to check stamp codes.
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HealthPolitics
Trump Signs Order Overhauling Childhood Vaccine Schedule
Trump signs executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccines and splitting MMR shots, contradicting medical groups and decades of scientific research.
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Health
Gulf Coast Vibrio surge prompts beachgoer health warnings
Louisiana and Florida report deadly Vibrio vulnificus surge as officials urge Gulf Coast beachgoers to take precautions.
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HealthPolitics
FDA Proposes Closing Decades-Old Food Additive Loophole
FDA proposes mandatory notification for food additives under GRAS, closing a loophole that let companies self-certify ingredients without federal review.
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HealthCommunity
Chiro Camp Cut Short After Dozens of Children Fall Ill
A Chiro youth group from Zulte ended its summer camp early after 70-80 children fell ill. The cause remains unconfirmed.
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PoliticsHealth
Hunter Biden: Father's Cancer Has Spread, Causing Pain
Hunter Biden reveals his father Joe Biden's prostate cancer has spread to his bones, causing significant pain even as he continues to speak publicly.
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Health
First West Nile Virus Case in Horse Confirmed in Belgium
Belgium confirms first West Nile virus case in a horse, raising public health concerns as equine cases often precede human infections in Europe.
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Health
Tick-Borne Encephalitis Case in Mol-Postel: Rare in Belgium
A woman contracted tick-borne encephalitis after a tick bite in Mol-Postel, Belgium. Authorities stress the disease remains rare while urging prevention.
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Health
Lung Cancer Rising Among Women and Non-Smokers in Belgium
New data shows lung cancer increasingly affects women and non-smokers in Belgium. Conny (63) battled the disease three times despite never smoking.
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Health
FDA Widens Cyclospora Probe to Six More States
FDA expands Cyclospora outbreak investigation to six additional states as confirmed cases surpass 6,000, with 278 hospitalizations and two deaths reported.
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Health
FDA Approves Moderna's mRNA Flu Vaccine, a First
The FDA has approved Moderna's mFLUSIVA, the first mRNA-based flu vaccine, for adults 50 and older. The approval marks a milestone in vaccine technology.
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Health
Jalapeños Salmonella Outbreak Traced to Mexican Farm
345 people in 27 states sickened by Salmonella linked to jalapeños from a Sinaloa, Mexico farm distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors.
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HealthPolitics
Senate Confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC Director
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director in a 51-44 vote, ending a yearlong leadership vacuum at the embattled agency.
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Health
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands to Six More States
CDC expands largest cyclosporiasis outbreak in US history to 15 states, with 22,000+ cases, 517 hospitalizations, and two deaths in Michigan.
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ScienceHealth
Gene-Edited Beagle Lets Allergy Sufferer Finally Own a Dog
A gene-edited beagle named Bailey has given an allergy sufferer the dog he never thought he could have, marking a CRISPR breakthrough for pet ownership.
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InternationalHealth
Gaza Boy, 8, Blocked From Life-Saving Care in Belgium
Omar Alsafadi, 8, lost his leg in a Gaza rocket attack. Hospital beds wait in Antwerp, but Israeli exit permit rules block his evacuation.
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Health
Rey (5) from Mechelen: 19 Operations and Unbroken Spirit
Rey (5) from Mechelen has survived 19 operations, including 16 brain surgeries, for a rare vascular condition. Her parents share their story and seek help.
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Health
Michigan Reports First US Deaths From Cyclospora
Michigan reports the first two US deaths linked to cyclospora, a diarrhea-causing parasite. Officials investigate the source of the record outbreak.
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Health
Summer Food Safety: Why Your Fridge Isn't a Safe
Chinese food safety experts explain why refrigerators can't kill bacteria and offer three key principles for safely storing summer food.
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ConsumerHealth
Do Cooling Fabrics Really Keep You Cooler?
Cooling fabrics promise instant relief from summer heat, but experts say they can't actually cool you down. Here's what to look for before you buy.
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Health
Lab Results Confirm Petting Farm as Source of STEC Outbreak
Lab results confirm the Mikerf petting farm in Brasschaat was the source of a STEC outbreak that sickened 8 children.
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Health
Legionella Found at Antwerp Sports Center, Showers Closed
Legionella bacteria detected in water at Antwerp's Wilrijkse Plein sports center. Showers closed as precaution while sports activities continue.
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HealthEconomy
China expands drug procurement with 65 new medicines
China's 12th national drug procurement round adds 65 medicines, easing patient costs while introducing new rules to curb extreme price cuts.
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HealthPolitics
FDA to Decide on mRNA Flu Shot That RFK Jr. Questioned
The FDA faces an Aug. 5 decision on Moderna's mRNA flu shot — a first for the U.S. and a test of vaccine policy under HHS Secretary RFK Jr.'s skepticism.
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Health
Jillian Michaels Warns of Gray Market Weight Loss Drug Risks
Jillian Michaels warns against self-dosing unregulated 'gray market' weight loss peptides amid FDA crackdown.
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HealthSociety
Nursing Home Air Conditioning: Rates Could Rise Without Aid
Belgian nursing homes warn heat-adaptation costs could push up residents' rates without public support. Ministers weigh subsidies as heatwaves intensify.
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SocietyHealth
China Sets 40% Exercise Target in New National Fitness Plan
China issues National Fitness Plan (2026-2030), targeting 40% regular exercise rate with AI guidance, expanded facilities, and sports-medicine integration.
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HealthPolitics
Pediatricians Bypass Trump's CDC to Form Vaccine Networks
Pediatricians and health officials bypass Trump's politicized CDC to form independent vaccine networks amid concerns over agency credibility.
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PoliticsHealth
Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in Heated Senate Hearing
Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than 100 times during a Senate hearing, refusing to answer questions about his role in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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MilitaryHealth
Army Rolls Out MAHA-Style Menus, Soldiers Applaud Changes
The U.S. Army transforms soldier dining with MAHA-inspired menus, featuring campus-style venues and scratch cooking at Fort Drum and beyond.
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Health
COVID-19 Surges Across China, Overtaking Influenza
China's COVID-19 positivity rate hit 16.3% in July 2026, overtaking influenza. Health authorities urge calm as NB.1.8.1 variant surges.
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HealthSociety
Pee Quiz Sickens Children at Belgian Camp, Mayor Apologizes
Children aged 8-11 fell ill after a water-drinking game at a Kalmthout camp. The municipality apologized and banned the activity.
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HealthSociety
Flemish Care Homes Seek Higher Rates for AC Investments
Private care homes in Flanders request higher daily rates for AC after a deadly heatwave. Minister Gennez pushes back, exploring alternative subsidies.
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Health
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Spreads to 45 States, CDC Reports
CDC: 6,707 cyclosporiasis cases across 45 states. Outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce from Mexico. Michigan has over 10,000 cases.
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HealthPolitics
Trump Ends Medicare Part D Premium Subsidies for Seniors
President Trump ends Medicare Part D premium subsidies, affecting 25 million seniors. Most will pay higher drug plan costs starting in 2027.
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HealthBelgium
Belgium Heatwave Crisis: Highest Excess Mortality in Europe
Belgium recorded Europe's highest excess mortality during the June 2026 heatwave, with 2,000 excess deaths, sparking a national debate on preparedness.
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HealthBelgium
Belgium Faces O-Negative and B-Negative Blood Shortage
Red Cross Flanders warns of critical shortages in O-negative and B-negative blood as a heatwave drives up demand while donation rates drop by 15%.
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HealthUS
Youth Mental Health, Drug Use Show Encouraging Trends
Federal survey finds declining youth substance use and improved mental health, though anxiety and treatment gaps persist.
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HealthUS Politics
Global AIDS Fight at Risk as US Funding Cuts Deepen
US funding cuts threaten the International AIDS Conference as PEPFAR heads toward permanent shutdown by 2027, jeopardizing decades of HIV progress.
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US/PoliticsHealth
Rand Paul Releases Fauci Diaries, Reigniting Lab-Leak Debate
Rand Paul released Fauci's pandemic-era diary, reigniting debate over COVID-19 origins and the lab-leak theory ahead of a Senate hearing.
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EntertainmentHealth
Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis and New Album
Legendary singer-songwriter Carly Simon, 83, reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis and skin cancer treatment, while announcing new album 'Comes in Waves.'
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Health
Red Cross Urges Blood Donations Amid O Negative Shortage
The Belgian Red Cross urgently calls for blood donors as O negative and B negative stocks reach critical levels amid the annual summer dip in donations.
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Health
Salmonella Egg Recall, Cyclospora Outbreak Spread Across US
Nearly 19 million eggs recalled over salmonella as a cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce spreads to nine states, sickening over 2,000 people.
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Health
NYC Eliminates Legionnaires' Source After Five Deaths
New York City officials confirm the source of a deadly Legionnaires' outbreak on the Upper East Side has been eliminated after five deaths and 84 cases.
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HealthInternational
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak: 3,000 Cases and 1,354 Deaths
DR Congo's Ebola outbreak exceeds 3,000 cases with 1,354 deaths. The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus.
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EnergyHealth
NRC to Scrap 50-Year Radiation Safety Rule Amid Nuclear Push
NRC proposes scrapping 50-year-old ALARA radiation standard. Supporters say it clarifies rules; critics warn it weakens worker protection.
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PoliticsHealth
Fauci COVID Diaries Reveal Fame Fixation as Deaths Mounted
Newly released Fauci diaries reveal a preoccupation with fame during COVID-19, released by Sen. Rand Paul ahead of his Senate testimony.
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PoliticsHealth
Fauci's COVID Diaries Reveal Fame Fixation Amid Deaths
Fauci's COVID diaries, released by Sen. Rand Paul, show his preoccupation with personal fame as pandemic deaths mounted.
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TechnologyHealth
Self-Dressing Robotic Clothes Help Seniors Stay Independent
KAIST and Stanford's SWAG system uses soft air-powered robots built into fabric to dress seniors in seconds, winning top honors at ICRA 2026.
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SocietyHealth
China's Micro Nursing Homes Ease Family Care Burden
Micro nursing homes are emerging across China to ease the burden on families caring for the nation's 323 million seniors in need of community care.
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HealthRegulation
FDA Panel Backs Broader Access to Gray Market Peptides
FDA panel voted to ease restrictions on six peptides, allowing compounding pharmacies to produce them and potentially curbing the unregulated gray market.
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HealthClimate
June 27: Second Deadliest Day of Century in Belgium Heatwave
June 27, 2026 was the second deadliest day of the 21st century in Belgium, with ~650 deaths. A heatwave caused 48% excess mortality and 2,000 deaths.
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Health
US Measles Cases Hit 35-Year High as Vaccination Rates Wane
Measles in the US hit a 35-year high with over 2,300 cases in 2026 as vaccination rates drop. A November review could revoke elimination status.
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Health
Belgium Hits Record 78,000+ New Cancer Diagnoses in 2024
Belgium recorded 78,697 new cancer diagnoses in 2024, the highest ever. Cases rise in Flanders and Wallonia but dip slightly in Brussels.
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HealthScience
Belgian Combo Therapy Halves Type 1 Diabetes Risk in Study
Belgian researchers from VUB and KU Leuven show a combination therapy targeting both immunity and beta cells halves type 1 diabetes risk in mice.
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InternationalHealth
France Warns: Pyrenees Mountain Water Sickens Hikers
French authorities warn hikers after 12 fall ill from contaminated mountain water in the Pyrenees. Filter bottles don't block viruses, officials say.
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Health
Scabies Cases in Flanders Stabilize After Years of Increase
After a decade of rising cases, scabies infections in Flanders are stabilizing, new research from Sciensano and the Institute of Tropical Medicine shows.
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Health
Cyclospora Outbreak Tied to Taylor Farms Lettuce
The largest Cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history has sickened thousands, linked to Taylor Farms lettuce served at Taco Bell and sold at Walmart.
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HealthPolitics
FDA Panel Narrowly Backs Unapproved Peptide Drug BPC-157
FDA advisory panel voted 8-6 to broaden access to BPC-157, an unapproved peptide popularized by RFK Jr. and Joe Rogan, despite safety concerns.
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HealthScience
Belgian Researchers Unveil Dual Strategy for Type 1 Diabetes
VUB and KU Leuven researchers show combining immunotherapy with beta cell protection significantly slows type 1 diabetes in preclinical trials.
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US PoliticsHealth
Trump Cancels Teen Pregnancy Grants, Shifts to Abstinence
The Trump administration cancels $68 million in teen pregnancy prevention grants, shifting federal policy toward marriage and abstinence-based education.
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HealthMedical Research
Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise in First Human Trial
A Johns Hopkins vaccine targeting KRAS mutations safely triggered immune responses in 90% of participants, a breakthrough in pancreatic cancer prevention.
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EconomyHealth
1 in 4 Americans Stay in Jobs for Health Insurance
A new Gallup survey finds 24% of U.S. workers are staying in jobs they'd leave to keep health insurance, up from 16% in 2021.
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HealthWeather
Belgium Heatwave Led to 44 More Suspicious Deaths in June
Belgium's June heatwave caused 44 more suspicious deaths requiring forensic investigation. Extreme heat and risky behavior cited as factors.
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HealthSociety
Belgian Donor Scandal: Egg Donors Also Exceeded Legal Limit
Belgium's donor scandal expands as egg donors exceed the legal limit of six families, revealing systemic failures in fertility treatment oversight.
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HealthPublic Health
Tick-Borne Encephalitis on the Rise: What to Know in Belgium
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is spreading in Europe, with cases confirmed in Belgium. Learn about symptoms, vaccination, and how to protect yourself.
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HealthFood Safety
FDA Probes Taylor Farms Lettuce in Cyclospora Outbreak
The FDA continues investigating Taylor Farms lettuce as the Cyclospora source despite a retracted test. Over 1,600 confirmed ill, thousands more suspected.
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HealthPublic Safety
Fourth Death Confirmed in NYC Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak
A fourth person has died in NYC's Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side, as health officials say the source appears eliminated.
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HealthMedical
World's First Hepatitis B Functional Cure mRNA Drug in China
Chinese researchers in Nanjing developed CPU-YL01, the world's first mRNA drug targeting a functional cure for Hepatitis B, now in Phase I trials.
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HealthEconomy
China's Medical Insurance Spending Tops 3 Trillion Yuan
China's medical insurance spending surpassed 3 trillion yuan in 2025 as income growth outpaced expenditure, signaling improved fund sustainability.
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HealthMedical
New Scanner Halves Repeat Breast Cancer Surgeries
A new PET-CT scanner developed in Belgium halves repeat breast cancer surgeries by detecting tumor cells during surgery, study in JAMA Surgery finds.
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HealthPublic Safety
Third Death in Manhattan Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak
A third person has died in Manhattan's Upper East Side Legionnaires' outbreak. Officials say the source has likely been eliminated as cases decline.
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HealthInvestigation
Violence in Dementia Care Despite Warnings, Inspections Show
An NPR/KFF Health News investigation reveals systemic failures in dementia care facilities, with violence erupting despite warnings and federal citations.
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HealthClimate
Wildfire Smoke Kills Thousands — How It Attacks the Body
Wildfire smoke kills tens of thousands yearly. Fine particulate matter penetrates lungs and bloodstream, causing heart attacks, strokes, and dementia.
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HealthTechnology
Deloitte Systems Denied Medicaid to Disabled People
Deloitte-run systems denied Medicaid to disabled people across multiple states. New work requirements could worsen the crisis.
—5 min read
HealthEnvironment
Ticks Are on the Move: Disease Risks Rising Across the US
Tick-borne diseases are surging across the US as climate change expands tick habitats. Lyme disease, babesiosis, and anaplasmosis are reaching new regions.
—6 min read
Health
Taco Bell Lettuce Confirmed as Cyclospora Source in 5 States
CDC and FDA confirm shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico at Taco Bell in 5 states is the source of a record cyclospora outbreak sickening thousands.
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Health
Ifosfamide Shortage Forces Doctors to Scramble for Care
A nationwide shortage of chemotherapy drug ifosfamide is forcing US doctors to ration supplies and seek alternatives, exposing supply chain flaws.
—5 min read
HealthPolitics
Trump Officials Push to Widen Testosterone Access
Trump officials backed by RFK Jr. push to ease testosterone prescription rules while Pentagon mandates screening for troops aged 30+.
—5 min read
SafetyHealth
Belgium: 50 Fire Deaths in 2026 as Summer Fires Spread Fast
Belgium has recorded 50 fire deaths in 2026, nearly matching last year's total. Experts warn summer fires spread faster and urge stricter safety measures.
—5 min read
Health
Sixth Child Stricken by STEC; Petting Zoo Likely Source
A sixth child has kidney failure from STEC bacteria linked to Mikerf petting zoo in Brasschaat, Belgium. One toddler remains in an induced coma.
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Weather & Natural DisastersHealth
Wildfire Smoke from Canadian Fires Blankets Northern U.S.
Wildfire smoke from Ontario fires chokes millions across the northern U.S. and Canada, with code purple air quality and health warnings in effect.
—5 min read
HealthSafety
Cyclospora Outbreak Tied to Taco Bell Lettuce Hits 27 States
Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell lettuce sickens 1,644 people. Taylor Farms recall expands to 27 states as 2026 sets infection record.
—4 min read
HealthHuman Interest
Captain Sully Reveals Alzheimer's Diagnosis with Courage
Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, the hero of the Miracle on the Hudson, has announced he is living with early-stage Alzheimer's disease.
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Weather & EnvironmentHealth
Belgium Heatwave: 2,000 Deaths, Water Bans, Coastal Crisis
Belgium faces a triple crisis: record 2,000 heatwave deaths, expanding water bans in Antwerp, and 53 coastal rescues amid extreme weather.
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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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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%.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—3 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—3 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—3 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—3 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—6 min read
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.
—5 min read
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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