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The risk of famine in Gaza is increasing with the deliberate withholding of humanitarian aid, including food, in the ongoing blockade. 05/12/2025

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The World Health Organization (WHO) Results Report 2024, shows progress on global health goals, even in times of growing financial uncertainties. 05/12/2025

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Washington D.C. 12 May 2025 (PAHO) – Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, has warned countries of the Americas that more must be done to train and retain nurses. The call follows the release of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) State of the World’s Nursing Report 2025, which shows that the number of nursing… 05/12/2025

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The global nursing workforce has grown from 27.9 million in 2018 to 29.8 million in 2023, but wide disparities in the availability of nurses remain across regions and countries, according to the State of the World’s Nursing 2025 report, published by the World Health Organization (WHO), International Council of Nurses (ICN) and partners. Inequities in the global nursing workforce leave many of the world’s population without access to essential health services, which could threaten progress towards universal health coverage (UHC), global health security and the health-related development goals. 05/12/2025

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Since October, Ontario has recorded more than 1,400 measles cases linked to an outbreak that began at a large gathering with guests from Mennonite communities in New Brunswick. 05/09/2025

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As the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week kicks off around the world under the theme “Make walking and cycling safe,” the World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new toolkit to help governments promote active mobility – by making it safer. 05/09/2025

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Washington D.C., 8 May 2025 (PAHO) – The Director of the Pan American Health Organization, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, today met with the Executive Secretary of the Council of Ministers from Central America and the Dominican Republic (SE-COMISCA), Dr. Alejandra Acuña, and the Executive Director of the Mesoamerica Integration and Development Project, … 05/09/2025

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That brings the province’s tally of probable and confirmed cases to 1,440 since an outbreak began in October. 05/08/2025

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05/08/2025

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Washington D.C. 7 May 2025 (PAHO) – As Mosquito Awareness Week kicks off in the Americas, Pan American Health Organization Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, has called on Ministries of Health in the Region, to increase surveillance and lead the charge towards the elimination of mosquito breeding grounds in a bid to reduce mosquito-transmitted… 05/07/2025

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Bridgetown, Barbados. 6 May 2025 - On Monday, 5 May 2025, health leaders, development partners and regional stakeholders gathered at the Hilton Barbados Resort to launch two synergistic, landmark, regional projects under the United Kingdom (UK) Government’s Fleming Fund and jointly implemented by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA),… 05/06/2025

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6 May 2025 I Geneva - A global report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that the underlying causes of ill health often stem from factors beyond the health sector, such as lack of quality housing, education and job opportunities.The new World report on social determinants of health… 05/06/2025

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Researchers have found that the risk of death due to Alzheimer's disease is markedly lower in taxi and ambulance drivers compared with hundreds of other occupations. And the reason could be that these drivers develop certain structural changes in their brains as they work. 05/06/2025

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The Ford government was forced to pay back 353 claims after supply issues for palliative and home care patients which came after it awarded a new medical contract. 05/06/2025

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A global report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that the underlying causes of ill health often stem from factors beyond the health sector, such as lack of quality housing, education and job opportunities. 05/06/2025

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She, and other organ recipients, are now pushing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government to change a law in order to help others in similar situations. 05/05/2025

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University Health Network in Toronto is aiming to attract 100 scientists, focusing on people whose research could fuel economic development. 05/02/2025

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While health care hasn't taken centre stage in the 2025 federal election, candidates recently brought it back into focus, unveiling platforms that spotlight key health issues. 05/02/2025

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03/20/2025

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04/29/2025

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Monitoring daily step count can encourage people to be more active. When it comes to assessing fitness or risk for major illnesses, though, is a new measurement that combines both average steps and heart rate better? 04/17/2025

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Our health is intertwined with the health of planet Earth, and the impacts of climate change threaten our well-being. Collectively taking small steps like eating more plant-forward meals, using bikes or public transit, and even sharing our pledges can help move the needle in a positive direction. 04/21/2025

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Long-term research found that higher consumption of butter increases mortality risk, while higher consumption of plant-based oil lowers it. And substituting certain plant oils for butter might help people live longer. What's a butter lover to do? 04/23/2025

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It's fairly common for a medical treatment to cause side effects — but far more rarely, a side effect provides an unexpected benefit. This might be the case for the shingles vaccine, as evidence is mounting that it might also reduce the risk of dementia. 04/29/2025

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With the safety of hospital staff and patients a growing concern across Canada, LHSC is implementing a new weapons detection system in all of its emergency departments. 04/15/2025

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The risk of famine in Gaza is increasing with the deliberate withholding of humanitarian aid, including food, in the ongoing blockade. 05/12/2025

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The World Health Organization (WHO) Results Report 2024, shows progress on global health goals, even in times of growing financial uncertainties. 05/12/2025

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Washington D.C. 12 May 2025 (PAHO) – Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, has warned countries of the Americas that more must be done to train and retain nurses. The call follows the release of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) State of the World’s Nursing Report 2025, which shows that the number of nursing… 05/12/2025

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The global nursing workforce has grown from 27.9 million in 2018 to 29.8 million in 2023, but wide disparities in the availability of nurses remain across regions and countries, according to the State of the World’s Nursing 2025 report, published by the World Health Organization (WHO), International Council of Nurses (ICN) and partners. Inequities in the global nursing workforce leave many of the world’s population without access to essential health services, which could threaten progress towards universal health coverage (UHC), global health security and the health-related development goals. 05/12/2025

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Since October, Ontario has recorded more than 1,400 measles cases linked to an outbreak that began at a large gathering with guests from Mennonite communities in New Brunswick. 05/09/2025

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As the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week kicks off around the world under the theme “Make walking and cycling safe,” the World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new toolkit to help governments promote active mobility – by making it safer. 05/09/2025

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Washington D.C., 8 May 2025 (PAHO) – The Director of the Pan American Health Organization, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, today met with the Executive Secretary of the Council of Ministers from Central America and the Dominican Republic (SE-COMISCA), Dr. Alejandra Acuña, and the Executive Director of the Mesoamerica Integration and Development Project, … 05/09/2025

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That brings the province’s tally of probable and confirmed cases to 1,440 since an outbreak began in October. 05/08/2025

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05/08/2025

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Washington D.C. 7 May 2025 (PAHO) – As Mosquito Awareness Week kicks off in the Americas, Pan American Health Organization Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, has called on Ministries of Health in the Region, to increase surveillance and lead the charge towards the elimination of mosquito breeding grounds in a bid to reduce mosquito-transmitted… 05/07/2025

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Bridgetown, Barbados. 6 May 2025 - On Monday, 5 May 2025, health leaders, development partners and regional stakeholders gathered at the Hilton Barbados Resort to launch two synergistic, landmark, regional projects under the United Kingdom (UK) Government’s Fleming Fund and jointly implemented by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA),… 05/06/2025

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6 May 2025 I Geneva - A global report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that the underlying causes of ill health often stem from factors beyond the health sector, such as lack of quality housing, education and job opportunities.The new World report on social determinants of health… 05/06/2025

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Researchers have found that the risk of death due to Alzheimer's disease is markedly lower in taxi and ambulance drivers compared with hundreds of other occupations. And the reason could be that these drivers develop certain structural changes in their brains as they work. 05/06/2025

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The Ford government was forced to pay back 353 claims after supply issues for palliative and home care patients which came after it awarded a new medical contract. 05/06/2025

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A global report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that the underlying causes of ill health often stem from factors beyond the health sector, such as lack of quality housing, education and job opportunities. 05/06/2025

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She, and other organ recipients, are now pushing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government to change a law in order to help others in similar situations. 05/05/2025

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University Health Network in Toronto is aiming to attract 100 scientists, focusing on people whose research could fuel economic development. 05/02/2025

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While health care hasn't taken centre stage in the 2025 federal election, candidates recently brought it back into focus, unveiling platforms that spotlight key health issues. 05/02/2025

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03/20/2025

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04/29/2025

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Monitoring daily step count can encourage people to be more active. When it comes to assessing fitness or risk for major illnesses, though, is a new measurement that combines both average steps and heart rate better? 04/17/2025

---

Our health is intertwined with the health of planet Earth, and the impacts of climate change threaten our well-being. Collectively taking small steps like eating more plant-forward meals, using bikes or public transit, and even sharing our pledges can help move the needle in a positive direction. 04/21/2025

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Long-term research found that higher consumption of butter increases mortality risk, while higher consumption of plant-based oil lowers it. And substituting certain plant oils for butter might help people live longer. What's a butter lover to do? 04/23/2025

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It's fairly common for a medical treatment to cause side effects — but far more rarely, a side effect provides an unexpected benefit. This might be the case for the shingles vaccine, as evidence is mounting that it might also reduce the risk of dementia. 04/29/2025

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With the safety of hospital staff and patients a growing concern across Canada, LHSC is implementing a new weapons detection system in all of its emergency departments. 04/15/2025

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