Tag: Public Health
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Heavy Metals in Volta Rivers Threaten Health and Birth Outcomes
Introduction: The Hidden Danger in the Volta River Many communities along the Volta River rely on fishing, farming, and small-scale mining for livelihoods. Yet a growing body of evidence suggests that heavy metals contaminating the river are harming health and contributing to birth defects. In particular, artisanal and illegal mining activities near Datoku in the…
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Christmas ads go lean as UK junk food ad ban bites into festive spending
Britain’s festive adverts embrace restraint as regulation tightens The 2024 festive advertising season is shaping up differently as the UK tightens its grip on where and how junk food can be promoted on television. After a public policy push to reduce childhood exposure to unhealthy food marketing, major retailers and brands have adjusted their Christmas…
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Heavy Metals in Volta Rivers Threaten Health, Linked to Birth Defects
Rising alarms over river pollution In parts of Ghana, communities along the Volta River are facing a worrying health crisis as scientists and health officials report rising levels of heavy metals in the water. The contamination is not just an environmental issue; it is a matter of public health that touches the most intimate aspects…
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Cancer screening, vaccine wariness, and family doctors: Our watch list for health stories in 2026
Introduction: A focused look at 2026 health storytelling CBC Health’s Second Opinion starts the year by outlining the health stories we’ll monitor in 2026. This watch list zeroes in on three big themes that matter to Canadians and health professionals alike: cancer screening, vaccine wariness, and the role of family doctors. By tracking shifts in…
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Cancer screening, vaccine wariness, and family doctors: CBC Health’s watch list for 2026
Looking ahead: what to expect in health reporting for 2026 As CBC Health opens its calendar for 2026, our watch list centers on three pivotal themes: cancer screening, vaccine wariness, and the evolving role of family doctors. Each topic reflects ongoing debates, new evidence, and the everyday decisions that shape patient care. This article outlines…
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2026 Health Watch List: Cancer Screening, Vaccine Wariness, and the Reimagined Role of Family Doctors
Overview: A year of pivotal health shifts As CBC Health’s Second Opinion enters its 2026 arc, the medical-news landscape looks poised for transformation. The watch list this year foregrounds three interwoven themes: advances and controversies in cancer screening, rising vaccine wariness, and the evolving role of family doctors in guiding public health. Taken together, they…
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Worrying Mosquito Detection in Loch Sport Triggers Urgent Summer Warning
Urgent Summer Warning After Mosquito Detection A routine environmental sweep in eastern Victoria has set off a summer warning for residents and travelers to Loch Sport, a quiet coastal town along Ninety Mile Beach. Local health authorities announced that a routine inspection of a mosquito trap in the area uncovered signals that warrant heightened vigilance.…
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Worrying Detection Triggers Summer Warning in Quiet Loch Sport
Overview: A Quiet Coastal Town Faces a Sudden Health Alert A routine check in Loch Sport, a small coastal town along Ninety Mile Beach in eastern Victoria, has become the trigger for a summer health warning that has travellers and residents uneasy. The discovery in a local mosquito trap raised concerns about potential disease vectors…
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Worrying Detection in Loch Sport Prompts Urgent Summer Health Warning
What happened in Loch Sport A routine inspection at a mosquito trap on Ninety Mile Beach, near Loch Sport in eastern Victoria, has triggered an urgent summer warning. Authorities say the find is concerning enough to prompt heightened vigilance as the peak travel season approaches. The small coastal town, already popular with campers, day-trippers, and…
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India’s Doctors Sound Alarm Over Unregulated Weight Loss Injections
Rising demand for weight loss injections sparks concern Across India, a rapid surge in demand for appetite-suppressing injections has caught the attention of healthcare professionals. While some clinics market these injections as quick fixes for weight loss, doctors warn that the unregulated market is creating serious safety gaps. Experts say there is a growing disconnect…