WHO and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are warning against the re-emergence of measles, an infectious disease that has been eliminated in several countries. In 2023, approximately 10.3 million cases were reported, an alarming escalate of 20% compared to the previous year. Officials are raising concerns as the number of preventable […]
A up-to-date report from the American Cancer Society shows a decline in the breast cancer death rate in the United States. While this is a relief, the report also warns that breast cancer rates are rising among younger women and disparities persist between different racial groups. According to reportbetween 2012 and 2021, the incidence of […]
A novel study shows a growing risk of heat-related mortality in the U.S. The number of deaths is expected to rise significantly by mid-century, with ethnic minorities and older people facing the greatest risk from climate change and rising greenhouse gas emissions. Test: Projections of extreme heat-related deaths in the U.S.. Photo credit: Miguel AF/Shutterstock.com […]
