US Rabies Death from Transplanted Organ Confirmed
A Michigan man has died after contracting rabies from a transplanted kidney. The CDC report reveals the donor was scratched by a skunk, marking a rare but fatal transmission.
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US Ends Universal Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine Rule
A US vaccine advisory committee has voted to end the universal birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine, recommending it only for babies of infected mothers. Medical groups warn this could lead to more infections.
Whooping Cough Nasal Spray Vaccine Hailed as Breakthrough
A new government-funded nasal spray vaccine for whooping cough shows promise in stopping transmission. Could this be a game-changer for public health? Read the full story.
7 Dirtiest Household Items You're Overlooking
Australian cleaning expert Jason Shipway reveals seven commonly overlooked household items harbouring dangerous germs. Discover his simple cleaning tips to transform your home's hygiene today.
Labour's 2030 HIV goal within reach, says PM
Keir Starmer announces a £170m action plan to end new HIV transmissions in England by 2030, featuring home testing and opt-out screening in A&E. Read the full story.
UK's £170m HIV plan aims to end new transmissions by 2030
Health Secretary Wes Streeting unveils a new £170 million HIV action plan, aiming to make England the first country to end new HIV transmissions and tackle persistent stigma.
Final Maine permit for controversial hydropower line
Avangrid secures final Maine permit for its contentious hydropower corridor, set to power Massachusetts homes despite a 2021 public referendum rejecting the project.
Clean Your Germ-Ridden Luggage: Expert Holiday Tip
A leading hygiene expert reveals the shocking truth about what's really lurking on your luggage and shares essential cleaning tips for safer travels.
COVID Airborne Expert and Indigenous Researcher Win Science Prize
Professor Lidia Morawska's groundbreaking work on COVID-19 airborne transmission earns Australia's top science honour, while Michael Wear's Indigenous knowledge research shares the spotlight in landmark awards ceremony.
UK mpox cases surge as European outbreak spreads
Health officials issue urgent warning as mpox infections rise dramatically across the UK, with London becoming the epicentre of the new outbreak linked to European and US transmission patterns.
Cleaner's urgent warning about shopping bags on counters
A cleaning expert reveals why you should never place shopping bags on your kitchen counter and shares essential hygiene tips to protect your family from harmful bacteria.
Public Toilet Warning: Hidden Health Dangers Revealed
Health experts reveal crucial safety advice for using public facilities and how to protect yourself from invisible threats lurking in restrooms across the UK.
Schoolchildren: The Hidden Drivers of UK's Winter Flu Crisis
New research reveals how school environments are accelerating flu transmission across Britain, with children acting as key vectors spreading viruses to vulnerable populations.
NHS makes PrEP HIV medication free across England
Groundbreaking NHS policy change removes barriers to HIV prevention medication, making PrEP accessible through sexual health clinics across England without charge.
COVID-19 Origin: Bats to Pigs Pathway Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how coronavirus jumped from bats to pigs before spreading globally, with disturbing evidence of human interference in nature's delicate balance.
NHS GP busts common cold weather myth
An NHS doctor reveals the truth about cold weather and illness, explaining what really makes us sick during winter months and how to properly protect yourself.
Bird flu pandemic warning as virus spreads to mammals
Leading scientists sound the alarm as H5N1 bird flu jumps to mammals worldwide, raising fears of potential human transmission. Exclusive analysis reveals the growing threat.
LA County confirms first local malaria case in health alert
Health officials sound alarm after Los Angeles County resident contracts malaria locally, marking a rare domestic transmission that has experts concerned.
Predatory HIV Rapist Jailed for 14 Years
Darryll Rowe, a 'calculated and callous' predator, has been sentenced to 14 years for deliberately infecting a man with HIV in Brighton. Read the shocking details of this landmark prosecution.
DVSA Considers Automatic-Only Driving Tests for Electric Cars
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is exploring a significant modernisation of the UK driving test, including the potential for automatic-only licences to ease the transition to electric vehicles.
Biologist's Warning: Hand Dryers Spread Dangerous Germs
A leading UK biologist issues a stark warning about a popular hand drying method found in public toilets, linking it to increased germ transmission and health risks.
Dry cough could be sign of deadly cancer crushing organs
Medical experts sound the alarm on a silent killer, as a common and often dismissed symptom—a stubborn dry cough—is revealed as a potential red flag for a rare, aggressive cancer known as mediastinal germ cell tumours.
Victoria's renewable energy costs soar: what's next?
The ambitious renewable energy transmission plan in Victoria has encountered significant budget overruns, raising concerns about feasibility and taxpayer burdens. Experts weigh in on the challenges and potential solutions.
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