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WHO raises alert on EG.5 Coronavirus variant in the US and UK
The World Health Organization (WHO) has turned its attention to several evolving coronavirus variants, notably the EG.5 variant now circulating in the U.S. and the U.K., as reported by WHO’s Director General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.…
WHO on alert as the UK’s rapid spread of the Eris Covid-19 variant continues
The United Kingdom is grappling with a swift rise in Covid-19 cases, driven by a new sub-variant named EG.5.1, or more commonly referred to as Eris. Recognized only at the end of July, Eris quickly gained traction due to a spike in…
Novel pill halts tumor growth offering new hope in cancer treatment
Researchers at City of Hope in California have made a significant breakthrough in cancer treatment, developing a pill named AOH1996, with the potential to eradicate various forms of solid tumors. The novel medicine shows promising results…
The unseen threat of dead animals in air conditioning systems
Air conditioning units serve as a refreshing respite from hot summer days, a modern convenience that's easily taken for granted. Yet, there's a hidden and unsavory side to these systems: they can become graveyards for small creatures such…
Groundbreaking malaria vaccine rollout in Africa: 12 nations to benefit first
Twelve African nations are poised to receive an allocation of 18 million doses of the inaugural malaria vaccine in a remarkable step towards combating one of the continent's deadliest diseases. Over the next two years, the distribution plan…
Unraveling aspartame controversy and its potential cancer link
Artificial sweeteners have found a prominent place in our kitchens, becoming a staple for those seeking to reduce or eliminate sugar due to diabetes and other health factors. However, recent reports about aspartame, a commonly used…
Ayurveda vs science: Decoding the cold water conundrum
The temperature at which we consume water has long been a topic of debate, with Ayurvedic traditions suggesting caution regarding cold water consumption. In contrast, scientific research has found no substantial evidence to support the…
Big tobacco’s big lie: Philip Morris’ smoke and mirrors strategy
In an ironic twist of self-serving rhetoric, Jacek Olczak, CEO of tobacco giant Philip Morris International (PMI), has taken to the pulpit to preach the gospel of tobacco harm reduction. His earnest plea for governments worldwide to…
Unveiling the most overlooked early heart attack symptom
The typical image of a heart attack - an individual clutching their chest in distress - fails to encapsulate the complexity of this critical event. Often, heart attacks bring subtler signs, a fact that is worryingly unknown to many, leading…
From crisis to catastrophe: China’s potential 65 million COVID cases per week by June
China's COVID-19 situation is teetering on the brink of a precipice. The populous nation is potentially staring down an unprecedented spike of 65 million cases per week by June, escalating global concerns and prompting urgent deliberation…