KUALA LUMPUR: Several groups in Malaysia, including a workers’ union and a consumer watchdog, are again pushing for a full ban on asbestos, a material used in construction known to cause cancer. But industry players and activists say the road ahead won’t be easy, given how similar past efforts went»»»

Much like the well-known climate threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius, the importance of critical limits in our environment have long been understood as key to help us avoid calamities. So, when we know the world is facing an escalating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) crisis, but there has been no defin»»»

Average age of mothers at time of birth climbs to 33.7; medical costs for newborns with health issues increase (123rf) More than 1 in 3 mothers in South Korea gave birth at the age of 35 or older in 2024, government data showed Tuesday, the age considered a global threshold for a higher risk of com»»»

Alcohol has long been a part of social and cultural life, but the question of how much is truly safe remains complex. Science shows that alcohol has a biphasic effect — small amounts may offer some cardiovascular benefits, while higher intakes, even occasional, can harm the heart, liver, brain, and»»»

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a comprehensive national strategy and roadmap aimed at eliminating industrially produced trans-fatty acids (TFAs) from Nigeria’s food supply chain. The new regulation was developed in line with the Fats, Oils and»»»

SURABAYA, KOMPAS - The Indonesian Forum for the Environment (Walhi) East Java has stated that the air quality around the Benowo Waste-to-Energy Power Plant (PLTSa) in Surabaya City exceeds safe limits. This air pollution is considered a threat to the health of the community surrounding the Benowo P»»»

The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday that the Mpox outbreak remains a public health emergency. Speaking during an International Health Regulations meeting, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the mpox upsurge still meets the threshold of a public health emerge»»»

Cook Islands faces a dengue fever outbreak in Rarotonga. Seven cases are confirmed, prompting a swift response. The government initiates 'Operation Namu25' to eliminate mosquito breeding sites. Health officials urge community participation to control the spread. Outer islands prepare to prevent the»»»

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has cautioned against excessive salt consumption following a viral video where Pastor Chris Oyakhilome advocated increased salt intake. The ministry, through the Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, Alaba Balogun, emphas ... »»»

By: Getahun TsegayeStaff Reporter Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Medical professionals across Ethiopia are taking a rare and increasingly bold stance, calling for immediate government response to their long-standing grievances. The Ethiopian Health Professionals Association (EHPA) has issued a firm appeal»»»

Tuberculosis infection numbers are inching up, and the World Health Organization has identified Central Asia and the Caucasus as hot spots. A WHO report on TB in the Europe and Central Asia region, published March 24, shows that formerly Soviet states – Russia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan – »»»

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection and Migration of Kyrgyzstan has developed the State Program for Active Aging (2025-2030), which has been submitted for public discussion. According to the National Statistical Committee, as of early 2024, Kyrgyzstan’s permanent population stood at 7.162 mill»»»

Bihar was home to three most polluted cities in the top 10. It also has the highest number of cities, 21 out of 24, that breach national air quality standards. Delhi emerged as the second most polluted city in India for the fourth consecutive month in January, according to a report the Centre for R»»»