Tag: public health research
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RFK Jr. Vaccine Plan in Guinea-Bissau Blocked Amid Ethics Debate
Overview: A Controversial Proposal Meets Ethical Scrutiny The West African country of Guinea-Bissau has suspended a United States–funded study that aimed to test a hepatitis B vaccine in infants, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from public health researchers and raised questions about the ethics of conducting pediatric trials in resource-limited settings. At the…
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WHO staff cuts threaten global health and safety worldwide
Overview: A historic reduction in WHO staffing The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced plans to trim its workforce by 2,371 posts, representing nearly a quarter of its global staff. Government officials say the measure is part of a broader effort to streamline operations, control costs, and recalibrate priorities in a shifting global health landscape.…
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Drying Salton Sea Strains Lungs: New Study Finds Worsening Respiratory Health Near Southern California
Overview: A Shrinking Inland Sea, Growing Health Concerns As California’s Salton Sea continues to shrink, the exposed lakebed littered with sediments and industrial residues becomes a potential source of hazardous dust. New peer‑reviewed research from the University of California adds to mounting concerns that this dust is not just an environmental issue but a public…