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Communities along three polluted rivers in Ghana are getting a major fumigation effort to restore public health and protect a vital water source. Local leaders are tackling illegal dumping that's contaminated rivers feeding the capital's water supply.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu is rallying nations to invest in science-backed health systems and collaborative solutions. Her World Health Day message champions the One Health approach that connects human, animal, and environmental wellbeing.
A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.
A healthy bottlenose dolphin has been spotted swimming through Melbourne's Yarra River, delighting city rowers and social media users with glimpses of marine life thriving close to the CBD. Experts say the playful visitor is likely hunting prey and shows how wildlife adapts to urban waterways.
Brazil just unveiled a groundbreaking digital platform that puts scientific research, health data, and policy tools in one place for thousands of local health officials. The new Observatory on Health Policies will help cities make better healthcare decisions backed by real evidence.
A global coalition of over 100 organizations from 40 countries is calling on the World Health Organization to treat gun violence as a preventable public health emergency, not just a criminal justice issue. The movement, inspired by survivors like South African activist who lived 40 years with a gunshot disability, aims to save lives through the same public health approach that reduced tobacco deaths worldwide.
Yale School of Public Health is turning medical research into real-world solutions that work at scale. Through its new Future of Health Innovation Hub, students and faculty are launching startups that have already reached 30 countries and helped millions access better healthcare.
Two major health organizations just joined forces to revolutionize healthcare access for millions of African women and adolescents. The partnership will bring life-saving innovations, better health products, and data-driven solutions to communities across the continent.
Two major health organizations just joined forces to transform healthcare for women and adolescents across Africa. The partnership will use data and innovation to improve health outcomes for millions.
Six health champions from five continents received top global honors for bringing lifesaving care to the world's most underserved communities. Their work proves that innovation and compassion can transform health systems from the ground up.
Nigeria has trained 78,000 frontline health workers in just two years and expanded health insurance to nearly 22 million people. The dramatic improvements show how focused investment can transform healthcare access for millions.
A sweeping review of 24 years of research reveals wild blueberries can improve blood vessel function within hours and support heart health, gut health, and memory with regular intake. The tiny berries work through multiple pathways, with gut bacteria playing a surprising starring role.
A Malawian government leader is joining an elite group of African health communication pioneers to share how better messaging saves lives. His work proves that the way we talk about health can be just as important as the medicine itself.
Ghana just unveiled a groundbreaking plan to strengthen its healthcare system and make quality care accessible to everyone. The National Health Compact brings together government agencies, global partners, and health workers to build a more resilient future.
Morocco just strengthened healthcare access across three continents by signing cooperation agreements with Indonesia, Libya, and Latvia. The partnerships aim to expand universal health coverage and medical innovation for millions.
Two West African nations are joining forces to eliminate river blindness along their shared border, proving that health threats without boundaries need solutions without boundaries. Their strategy combines medical progress with economic arguments that could change how countries fight disease.
Nigeria is transforming its healthcare system from the ground up, upgrading thousands of primary health centers and retraining nearly 80,000 frontline workers. More than half of the country's health facilities are now fully functional for the first time in years.
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South Africa's Health Minister just stopped 172 vulnerable mental health patients from being evicted from their long-term care facility. The three-month pause gives officials time to buy the building and prevent another national tragedy.
Sudan's health authorities confirm no cholera deaths nationwide for several consecutive weeks, marking a significant victory in disease control. Health teams are now focusing on containing dengue fever and other emerging health challenges across the country.
The River Wye just became the first river in the UK to receive cross-border legal rights protecting it from pollution. The historic charter gives the 155-mile waterway the right to flow naturally, support biodiversity, and even have its own voice in official meetings.
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