Keywords: Disease prevention


Kenya defends U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine facility amid public concerns

Kenyan authorities have defended plans to establish a U.S.-supported Ebola quarantine facility at a military air base, arguing that the project forms part of broader efforts to strengthen public health preparedness and emergency response capabilities. The initiative has generated considerable public......

United States strengthens Ebola precaution measures while saying public risk remains low

Health authorities in the United States have announced new precautionary measures to reduce the potential risk of Ebola entering the country, following concerns linked to a recent outbreak in parts of Africa. Officials, however, emphasized that the immediate risk to the public remains low. The Centers......

Lyme disease vaccine shows over 70 percent efficacy in phase 3 trial

Pfizer and Valneva said their experimental Lyme disease vaccine achieved more than 70 percent efficacy in a large phase 3 clinical trial, marking a significant step toward the first approved human vaccine for the disease in more than two decades. Results from the VALOR trial showed the vaccine was 73.2......

Plant based diets linked to lower risk of major chronic diseases

A plant-based diet centered on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and legumes is associated with reduced risk of several chronic diseases. These benefits are driven by lower inflammation, improved cholesterol levels, better blood sugar control, and positive effects on gut microbiota. Outcomes depend......

Health research in 2025 advances personalized care and digital monitoring

Health and wellness research in 2025 focuses on personalized interventions, preventive care, and the integration of digital technologies to address aging populations and the growing burden of chronic disease. Time-restricted eating has gained attention as a practical approach to metabolic health. Clinical......

CDC issues warning over chikungunya virus outbreak in China’s Guangdong province

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a travel advisory for Americans visiting China, as an outbreak of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus rapidly spreads in Guangdong province. The warning follows a surge in infections, with over 7,000 confirmed cases reported in the......

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia reports no disease outbreaks among pilgrims

Health measures and coordination praised for ensuring safe pilgrimage The Saudi Ministry of Health has confirmed that no epidemic or contagious disease has been reported among Hajj pilgrims this year. Officials described the overall health status of participants as stable and reassuring. In a press......

Morocco Unveils Bold Strategy to Combat Rising Tobacco Health Crisis

Morocco has launched an ambitious national initiative to tackle its growing tobacco-related health crisis, as announced by Health Minister Amine Tahraoui during a recent address to the House of Representatives. The comprehensive plan aims to reduce smoking rates and address the devastating impact of......

Epidemic Crisis: Malaria and Diphtheria Surge in Southeastern Algeria

Algerian authorities have declared extensive areas in the southeast of the country as “epidemic hotspots,” categorizing them as disaster zones due to a significant outbreak of malaria and diphtheria. Reports indicate that the situation has escalated to alarming levels, with daily mortality......