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Child dies in New York’s first measles-linked death in over 30 years

A child has died from a measles-associated illness in rural northern New York, marking the state’s first known measles-related death in more than three decades, health authorities have confirmed.

3 November 2026

Health news

France recalls 7 million condoms across EU over safety concerns

French authorities have suspended sales and imports of ultra-thin condoms made by a Malaysian manufacturer after an investigation found defects that could increase the risk of breakage, which could lead to sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancies.

2 November 2026

Health news

More greens, higher testosterone? What a Finnish study found

Research involving more than 2,500 men found contrasting associations between animal and plant protein intake — but does not show that changing diets boosts testosterone.

30 October 2026

Health news

US measles surge reminds of Europe’s vaccination gaps

The US risks losing its measles elimination status as under-vaccinated communities across Europe remain vulnerable to imported cases.

29 October 2026

Health news

European health agency sends experts to Nigeria as Ebola cases spread

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) deployed a team of experts to Nigeria this week as Ebola spreads across Africa, with cases reported in Kenya and Nigeria, the European agency announced on Tuesday.

27 October 2026

Health news

Esports industry failing young players’ wellbeing, report warns

Sleep disruption, mental health pressures and online abuse are among the risks young esports players face, as a lack of common standards leaves their protection fragmented, Save the Children says.

27 October 2026

Health news

One in three young adults use AI chatbots for drug and alcohol info

Researchers warn that chatbots could spread misinformation about substance use, as a survey finds that one in three young adults in the United States are turning to AI for drug-related information.

26 October 2026

Health news

Major emitters fall short on climate action despite health pledges

Governments claim to protect public health while failing to tackle fossil fuel dependence, as new research by the Global Climate and Health Alliance exposes a gap between climate rhetoric and action.

23 October 2026

Europe News

Lithuania seizes major synthetic drugs lab

Police recover more than 500kg of methamphetamine and 300kg of amphetamine in a three-day operation targeting a suspected international supply network.

21 October 2026

Health news

Poland’s abortion reforms would leave it an EU outlier, even if passed

Poland’s parliament, Sejm, has voted to ease some of the country’s abortion restrictions, but the changes would leave its laws among the most restrictive in the European Union — and face an uphill battle to become law.

21 October 2026

Health news

Why getting a good night's sleep is getting harder?

Climate change, unequal access to healthcare and an ‘always-on’ work culture are undermining sleep across Europe — essential for good health.

21 October 2026

Health news

Trump signs order aimed at boosting women’s health research

United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing two bodies to boost women’s health research, address gaps in medical knowledge and improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

19 October 2026

Health news

Trade unions push for EU law to address menopause at work

The European Trade Union Confederation wants menopause enshrined in EU workplace legislation, as the European Parliament examines the issue and the Commission stops short of proposing a dedicated strategy.

17 October 2026

Culture news

Royal treatment for giant pumpkins in Brussels annual celebration

Organisers in Belgium expect 50,000 visitors at a pumpkin festival that will celebrate the wonderous ways of using the big vegetable.

17 October 2026

Health news

Climate change is putting Europe’s brain health at risk

Rising temperatures, poor air quality and the spread of infectious diseases could increase the burden of neurological disorders, with the most vulnerable communities facing the greatest risks.

14 October 2026

Health news

Can AI help healthcare move from treatment to prevention?

AI could help identify people at risk of developing certain conditions before they become ill, allowing healthcare providers to intervene earlier. But technology alone will not deliver that change.

13 October 2026

Europe News

Latvia seeks greater border powers as migrant crossings escalate

As “armed, masked escorts” lead migrants from Belarus into Latvia, the Latvian Border Guard is seeking greater powers to “protect Latvia’s security.” The interior minister supports the proposal.

9 October 2026

Europe News

Russian would-be fugitive receives labour camp sentence

A 68-year-old Russian man who swam across the Nemunas River from Russia's Kaliningrad exclave into neighbouring Lithuania in an attempt to seek asylum has been sentenced to six years in a strict-regime penal colony in Russia for "publicly justifying terrorism."

8 October 2026

Europe News

Trump says he will consider permanent US military base in Lithuania

US President Donald Trump said he would consider Lithuania’s proposal to permanently host US troops after the Baltic country said it was ready to accommodate a permanent American military presence.

7 October 2026

Europe News

Lithuania takes further step towards lifting nuclear weapons ban

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that Lithuania’s move, alongside broader plans to expand US and NATO military infrastructure in the region, risked further escalating tensions.

6 October 2026