Health

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has issued an ultimatum to Senator Mitch McConnell, demanding he either address Kentuckians about his ongoing absence from Congress or resign. The Republican senator has not been seen in public since his hospitalization on June 14. In a letter, Beshear urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to investigate McConnell's capacity to serve.

Across the supplied reports, Treatment trials for Ebola strain behind Congo outbreak show promise, WHO says The outbreak is concentrated in the province of Ituri, which accounts for nearly 90 percent of reported cases.

Across the supplied reports, Ebola cases in DR Congo have reached 3,262 - making it the 'fastest outbreak on record', according to officials. Confirmed cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s ongoing Ebola outbreak reached 3,262, its ministry of health said in an overnight update, nearly the same as the 2018-2020 outbreak that is the largest ever recorded in the country. Data from the Congolese health ministry showed that 1,437 patients have died out of the 3,262 cases, in what officials have said is the fastest Ebola outbreak on record, concentrated in the eastern Ituri province. The 2018-2020 outbreak that was recorded in Congo...

Across the supplied reports, [UN News] New UN-backed centres will serve eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as confirmed Ebola cases continued to climb sharply over the weekend in the largest ever outbreak of the highly contagious disease in the country. New UN-backed centres will serve eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as confirmed Ebola cases continued to climb sharply over the weekend in the largest ever outbreak of the highly contagious disease in the country.

Across the supplied reports, What to know about the US outbreak of cyclosporiasis intestinal illness First US deaths in cyclospora outbreak: Symptoms, causes and safety tips

Across the supplied reports, Michigan has confirmed the first two deaths linked to a nationwide outbreak of the diarrhea-inducing Cyclospora parasite Read Full Article at RT.com Two people have died in the Cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, the first deaths confirmed in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both people had underlying health conditions that may have been impacted by the intestinal illness and dehydration. They are the first reported deaths linked to a massive outbreak of the intestinal illness that began in May.

Across the supplied reports, Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc cancer lawsuits Johnson & Johnson agrees to pay $5.5bn to settle nearly 70,000 US lawsuits over talc-based baby powder cancer claims.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has introduced a robot-assisted device to help boost lung cancer detection, allowing doctors to make swift and accurate diagnoses without open surgery. The Monarch platform enables access to small lung nodules in a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed in 30-75 minutes under general anaesthetic. This technology has been rolled out with the support of Abu Dhabi's Department of Health.

Across the supplied reports, Ebola cases have surpassed the 3,200 mark in the Democratic Republic of Congo, making it the third-largest outbreak on record. Caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, the virus has spread to Uganda, while researchers race to develop vaccines and curb the growing epidemic. [RFI] The death toll from an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has climbed to 1,405, with confirmed cases now at 3,200, government data showed Sunday, as researchers race to develop a vaccine.

Across the supplied reports, Sonam Wangchuk had joined the agitation on June 28 and remained on an indefinite fast for 26 days. Wangchuk was on a hunger strike from June 28 till July 23

Across the supplied reports, DR Congo has reported 3,200 confirmed Ebola cases and 1,405 deaths across five provinces, officials have said Read Full Article at RT.com Cases have surged by 1,000 in just 10 days as outbreak continues to spread across five provinces.

Across the supplied reports, The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has recorded more than 3,000 confirmed cases of Ebola, as it continues to battle the fastest-growing outbreak of the disease in history. Health workers at an Ebola treatment centre in eastern Congo went on strike on Saturday, demanding their pay. The walkout disrupted care for patients in the epicentre of the country's rapidly growing outbreak.

Across the supplied reports, The bench said an MBBS degree carries patient safety responsibility and cannot be granted despite lapses. ‘The approval has been granted after a comprehensive scientific evaluation of the vaccine’s quality, safety and efficacy,’ said the Union Health Ministry

Across the supplied reports, A bench of chief justice further directed the Medanta’s director to constitute a panel of doctors to oversee the activist’s treatment. Over 5,900 claims amounting to ₹17 crore have been submitted by the patients for speciality treatment in States such as Gujarat, Haryana, Maharashtra and Delhi. These treatments included heart stent procedures, heart bypass surgery, cancer surgery, chemotherapy, dialysis and Caesarean deliveries

Across the supplied reports, France recorded 5,764 more deaths than the normal rate between June 17 and July 2, health authorities said Wednesday. While authorities said the excess mortality rate was due to "all causes", the period coincided with a stretch of extreme heatwaves in several French regions. At least 5,700 more people than usual died in France last month during a historic heat wave, French public health officials say.

Across the supplied reports, There were 2,473 laboratory-confirmed cases of Ebola in the DRC, and 20 cases in Uganda According to WHO figures, 999 people have died in DRC and two in Uganda due to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus.

Across the supplied reports, Both J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh spent over an hour with Sonam Wangchuk at the hospital enquiring about his health, and conveyed the government’s decision to initiate a debate in Parliament Jantar Mantar CJP Protest LIVE: A protest led by CJP over alleged exam irregularities continues at Jantar Mantar on Wednesday, with founder Abhijeet Dipke vowing to press on. Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh visit Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta after the Delhi HC permits his transfer. Sonam Wangchuk was brought to the Medanta Hospital in Gurugram on Tuesday.

Across the supplied reports, [UN News] In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), UN health teams and partners are still racing to contain the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak, despite ongoing insecurity in eastern areas where the virus has taken hold. As of 19 July, the DRC Government has recorded 2,423 confirmed cases, including 967 deaths and 469 recoveries. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), UN health teams and partners are still racing to contain the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak, despite ongoing insecurity in eastern areas where the virus has taken hold. As of 19 July, the DRC Government has recorded 2,423 confirmed cases, including 967 deaths and 469 recoveries.

Across the supplied reports, Gaza is facing an unprecedented collapse of its water and sanitation systems, warn aid agencies, U.N. officials and Palestinian ​health authorities. In Gaza, a mother’s hunt for water lays bare a worsening health crisis

The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently facing a severe Ebola outbreak, with the latest reports indicating a record one-day surge in cases. As of now, there have been 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths since the outbreak began in May. The situation has escalated rapidly, affecting multiple health zones across the eastern region of the country. Health authorities are struggling to contain the virus, which has led to widespread fear among the local population. Hospitals are overwhelmed, transforming from places of healing into urgent containment centers. The outbreak has not only raised health concerns but has also disrupted daily life, as communities grapple with the implications of the virus. The government and international health organizations are mobilizing resources to combat the outbreak, but the challenges remain significant. The situation is fluid, and updates are expected as health officials continue to monitor and respond to the crisis.