Texas Reports First Measles Death in a Decade Amid Growing Outbreak A child in Texas has died from measles, marking the first fatality from the highly contagious disease in the United States in over a decade. The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed that the school-age child was not vaccinated. This tragic death occurs […]
Over 35,000 Urgent NHS Dental Appointments to Be Made Available in South West
More than 35,000 urgent NHS dental appointments will soon be available across the South West, as announced by Health Minister Stephen Kinnock. This initiative is part of a nationwide effort to tackle the growing NHS dental crisis. In total, 700,018 additional appointments are set to be created across England, including 24,269 in Devon and 10,910 […]
Guernsey’s Sunrise Walk of Hope Returns for Its Fifth Year to Raise Suicide Awareness
The Sunrise Walk of Hope, organized by mental health charity Guernsey Mind, is set to return for its fifth year in 2025, continuing its mission to raise awareness of suicide prevention. Taking place on Sunday, 22 June, the 5K fundraising walk will begin at 04:00 BST from Vale Castle, guiding participants along the stunning east […]
Fire Brigades Union Launches Major Study on Firefighter Mental Health
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has commissioned crucial research into the mental health of UK firefighters and its impact on their work. Despite the physically and emotionally demanding nature of the profession, the UK currently lacks standardized mental health support tailored specifically for firefighters. Groundbreaking Study on Firefighter Mental Health The study, led by Dr. […]
Measles Outbreaks Surge in Texas and New Mexico, Nearing 100 Cases
Health officials in Texas and New Mexico are closely monitoring measles outbreaks as the number of reported cases approaches 100. Texas Reports 90 Measles Cases, Mostly Among Children The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed on Friday that 90 measles cases have been diagnosed in the past month in the South Plains region, located […]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Vaccine Remarks Spark Controversy and Concerns Among Experts
From COVID-19 conspiracy theories to misinformation about Medicare and Medicaid, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation hearings for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) were anything but smooth. His history of anti-vaccine rhetoric took center stage, particularly during a heated exchange with Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), who confronted Kennedy about past statements regarding vaccinations […]
Trump Orders Review of Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, and Obesity Medications in Children
Shortly after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), President Donald Trump signed an executive order initiating a review of the use of antidepressants, antipsychotics, and weight-loss medications in children. The order cited concerns that these medications could pose risks to young people. The […]