Report finds that many healthcare providers are now charging for emails
It’s pretty common to shoot an email to your doctor when you have a question. However, according to a recent report from the Journal of […]
Public Health
EU public health approach needs urgent revamp amid rising obesity’s far-reaching fallout
Facing mounting concern from public health experts, the European Commission hosted a high-level conference on 31 January to assess the implementation of Europe’s Beating Cancer […]
Sanofi to start offering lower-cost insulin to consumers
In an effort to address the rising concerns over insulin affordability, Sanofi has made a move to offer more accessible insulin options to consumers. Joining […]
Why are needle exchange programs so controversial?
Needle exchange programs are designed to provide clean syringes to people who use drugs. But, over the years, they have been a source of ongoing […]
More cases confirmed in salmonella outbreak across 42 states
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that the ongoing salmonella outbreak that’s linked with cantaloupe products is spreading, with 302 […]
CDC warns consumers about the risks of missing vaccinations
The CDC has called for consumers to get vaccinated, talking about the urgent need for an increase in vaccination coverage in light of high rates […]
Tips for eating out safely when you have allergies
Managing food allergies while eating out can be daunting. However, there are ways to make it as safe as possible. Here are some tips to […]
Sharp rise in weight loss drug overdoses reported by poison control centers
Poison control centers across the US have reported a surge in calls related to semaglutide, an injectable medication prescribed for diabetes and weight loss. Some […]
EU must change tack as growing poverty undermines response to obesity crisis
Coming off of three gruelling years of economic downturn, EU citizens have made themselves loud and clear on their priorities in the build-up to next […]
How dangerous is air pollution from coal-fired plants?
Pollution levels are now at a record high, which is having a huge impact on people’s health. However, a new study has found that scientists […]