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The bases in Antarctica are now part of Argentina’s national health system 2023

It has been reported that Argentina’s seven Antarctic bases have joined the National Health Surveillance System (SNVS), a joint initiative between the Ministries of Health and Defense to enhance early detection and effective and prompt response to public health risks. According to the new agreement, mandatory notification events will be promptly reported to the SNVS…

LGA replies to UKHSA numbers on new STI diagnosis 2023

Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the Community Wellbeing Board for the Local Government Association, made the following statement in response to numbers released by the UK Health Security Agency which showed a rise of 23.8% in the number of new diagnoses of sexually transmitted infections in 2022: “These new statistics continue to show that local…

The evolution of health perception: How did we arrive at this point and what must be altered? 2023

Public health includes organized societal efforts to develop, maintain, and enhance health. All actions that promote health, prevent, mitigate, and cure disease, and address the social and environmental determinants of health generally need public policy and community engagement. Health encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being. Since 1948, the WHO has maintained the definition. Public health,…

Health experts in Cagayan de Oro mourn parents who refuse measles and polio vaccinations 2023

“The child’s current health condition and their routine immunization status, which are already complete,” said Dr. Ina Grace Chiu, City Health Office (CHO) National Immunization Program medical coordinator, in an online press briefing on Monday, June 5. “Of course, we respected the decision of the parents if they didn’t want to submit their children (to…

Men’s health suggestions from Michigan health agencies 2023

Michigan health authorities are urging men to prioritize their health during National Men’s Health Month. In June, the Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance promotes men’s health and offers opportunities to act. “This Men’s Health Month, we want to remind men to stay healthy by eating right, exercising and seeking regular medical checkups to prevent disease,”…

Mondays had 13% more fatal heart attacks 2023

According to recent study, fatal heart attacks are most likely to occur at the start of the workweek. The British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) conference in Manchester, UK, discovered that Monday heart attacks were 13% more often than predicted. The Belfast Health and Social Care Trust and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland examined data…

V K Paul: India will reduce digital health disparity 2023

Dr. V K Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog, stated on Monday that India, as the representative of the Global South, is committed to reducing the digital health divide by promoting digital solutions and innovation to support universal health coverage. “India’s digital products are for the global market. While delivering the keynote address at the session…

European Commission and WHO establish historic digital health effort to improve global health security 2023

In June 2023, WHO will adopt the European Union (EU) digital COVID-19 certification system to create a worldwide system that would enable global movement and safeguard individuals from health hazards, including pandemics. The WHO Global Digital Health Certification Network (GDHCN) will produce a wide range of digital goods to improve health for all, starting with…

Indian spices promote good aging 2023

Our fast-paced lifestyle makes healthy eating difficult. Convenience meals and packaged foods, stress, and pollution make people more susceptible to health issues. Clean eating and fresh food help here. We can regulate our food, but not environmental pollution. As more individuals become aware of this, Dr. Irfan Shaikh, Head of Medical and Scientific Affairs at…

Need DHA? Know its purpose 2023

Worldwide, fish is a staple dietary source. There are over 32,000 species of fish, but only a fraction of them are consumed as sustenance. Docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA, is an omega-3 fatty acid that is abundant in oily animals like salmon. DHA has numerous health benefits and is an essential component of fish oil supplements.…