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A majority of Americans now see alcohol as harmful to health

For the first time, a majority of Americans believe that drinking alcohol, even in moderate amounts, is harmful to their health, according to a new Gallup survey released this week. The poll highlights a significant shift in attitudes toward alcohol in the United States, with overall consumption reaching......

Lithium as a new frontier in Alzheimer’s treatment: A surprising ally in the fight against neurodegeneration

Recent breakthroughs in medical research have unveiled lithium's unexpected potential in combating Alzheimer’s disease. Long recognized as a psychiatric treatment, lithium is now emerging as a vital micronutrient with profound implications for brain health. This paradigm shift could redefine......

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......

U.S. fertility rate hits record low despite rise in total births

The fertility rate in the United States has reached its lowest point on record, continuing a two-decade decline, according to new data from federal health officials released Thursday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the fertility rate dropped by 1% between 2023 and......

Morocco advances law to protect stray animals and address public safety concerns

Morocco has intensified its efforts to address the issue of stray animals, particularly dogs, with the government approving a draft law aimed at protecting the animals while safeguarding public health and safety. The announcement follows increasing concerns over the risks posed by strays in public spaces. During......

Morocco successfully contains eight forest fires affecting 20 hectares in 24 hours

Morocco’s National Water and Forest Agency (ANEF) announced that all forest fires recorded in the past 24 hours have been successfully contained. These included eight fires—six within forested areas and two outside—impacting approximately 20 hectares of land. Major incidents and affected......

Kennedy Jr reshapes US vaccine panel with critics amid controversy

US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr has significantly restructured the nation's top vaccine advisory committee by replacing all 17 existing members with eight newly appointed individuals, several of whom are known critics of vaccines. This move marks a major shift in how vaccine policies are guided......

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......

Catalonia deploys extensive resources to combat summer wildfires

The Catalan government has announced a comprehensive wildfire prevention and response plan for the summer season, involving 4,507 firefighters comprising 2,930 professionals and 1,577 volunteers supported by 32 crewed aerial vehicles and 25 advanced drones equipped with artificial intelligence. Núria......