(2023-06-16). Arizona Is Extracting Steep Concessions to Thwart Navajo Nation's Water Rights. truthout.org The Dilkon Medical Center, a sprawling, $128 million facility on the Navajo Nation in Arizona, was completed a year ago. With an emergency room, pharmacy and housing for more than 100 staff members, the new hospital was cause for celebration in a community that has to travel long distances for all but the most basic health care. But there hasn't been enough clean water to fill a large tank that… |
(2023-06-16). Big Pharma and Direct-to-Consumer Advertising. dissidentvoice.org 
Since 1997, the U.S. is one of only two countries (the other being New Zealand) that allows direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising for health products like medications and procedures. Such DTC advertising in the U.S. increased from $2.1 billion in 1997 to $9.6 billion in 2016 — and continues to rise. And you wonder why two-thirds of …
(2023-06-17). World Report] Thousands at risk after Ukrainian dam destruction. thelancet.com The disaster has left hundreds of thousands of people without clean water, risking diseases such as cholera. Ed Holt reports.
(2023-06-17). Correspondence] Non-communicable diseases in Afghanistan: a silent tsunami. thelancet.com Afghanistan is experiencing an untypical humanitarian crisis resulting from a chronic 40-year conflict and political upheavals. This crisis has led to a rapid economic collapse, inflation, drastic rises in poverty, hunger, and risk of malnutrition.1 Afghanistan is suffering from the double burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases. Outbreaks of many communicable diseases such as acute watery diarrhoea, measles, dengue fever, pertussis, and Crimean—Congo haemorrhagic fever in addition to COVID-19 have worsened the situation.
(2023-06-17). Consumer Health: Men's health and living a longer, healthier life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org June is Men's Health Month, and Men's Health Week will be observed June 12—18, which makes this a good time to learn about the top threats to men's health and what you can do to keep yourself healthy. Heart disease and cancer are two of the top three leading causes of death for men in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The good news is that healthy lifestyle choices can reduce…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Minute: Testicular cancer is highly treatable. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org June is Men's Health Month. It's an opportunity to recognize the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer. The disease is not common. Just 1 in 250 men will develop testicular cancer at some point in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. Most of those cases are in young and middle-aged men. And usually, the cancer is highly treatable. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/PkWz0ZYinzo Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 10) is in the downloads at…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Health System now offering Saturday appointments for cervical cancer screening. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org OWATONNA, Minn. — Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women, with the American Cancer Society estimating that almost 14,000 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed in 2023. Of those cases, over 4,000 women will likely die from the disease. Fortunately, precancerous cervical lesions are easy to diagnose with a Pap test, or cervical cancer screening, leading to better outcomes for treatment. But for many women, finding…
(2023-06-16). American teen suicide rate surged sharply in last several years — CDC. plenglish.com Washington, Jun 16 (Prensa Latina) Homicide and suicide rates among groups of young Americans have risen sharply in the last few years, new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows, shining a light on the state of mental health and violence in the U.S.
(2023-06-17). Correspondence] Governance of health emergencies. thelancet.com There have been many analyses of the COVID-19 pandemic but little discussion of the governance failures, especially the need for cross-government, multisectoral engagement, and leadership by heads of state and governments at both national and global levels.
(2023-06-17). Correspondence] Disability is central to discrimination in health. thelancet.com We congratulate The Lancet on the Series on racism, xenophobia, discrimination, and health—a key resource for health researchers and advocates. One Series paper by Shannon and colleagues1 focuses on intersectionality. We were gratified to see that the authors mention questions of ableism in their framing comments, but disability issues are not carried through in the case studies or analyses.
(2023-06-17). Correspondence] Multilevel analyses of the cardiometabolic health of Indigenous Brazilian peoples. thelancet.com In Caroline K Kramer and colleagues'1 Article, they concluded that in Brazil, "changes of Indigenous peoples' traditional ways of living consequent to urbanisation are associated with an increased prevalence of adverse cardiometabolic outcomes". As researchers in Indigenous health in Brazil and authors of several articles cited in the Article, we found serious flaws in the study.
(2023-06-17). Correspondence] The role of patient safety in health inequities. thelancet.com The Series paper by Selvarajah and colleagues1 highlights how inequitable quality of care is a means by which health systems map discrimination onto poorer health outcomes. However, the authors miss an opportunity for framing these issues in a way that will provoke effective remedial action from health professionals and systems.
(2023-06-17). Perspectives] Virtually forgotten: telehealth and its histories. thelancet.com Along with nearly every doctor I knew, during the COVID-19 pandemic I was thrust into the strange world of virtual medicine. For many of my paediatric patients with autism spectrum disorder, for whom an hour in clinic can be challenging, this turned out to be a good thing and online the parents and I could have a genuine conversation. Still more importantly, I was able to see where these families lived—one mother took me on a virtual tour showing the holes her child had kicked into the wall plaster.
(2023-06-17). Correspondence] Climate change justice goes beyond authorship equity. thelancet.com Mehr Muhammad Adeel Riaz and colleagues commented on the poor global authorship equity in the 2022 report of The Lancet Countdown on health and climate change.1 This letter not only describes the inequity in reporting but also enlightens the need to dissect climate change in detail to truly understand cause and effect.
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why it's important to help kids who identify as LGBTQ+ and may be struggling. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's not uncommon for teens to experience mental health issues like anxiety. It's believed 1 in 5 young people experiences some type of mental health issue during their teen years. For LGBTQ+ youth, the statistics are alarming. A recent national survey showed 41% expressed serious suicidal ideation. Dr. Marcie Billings, a Mayo Clinic pediatrician, says these kids need support. It can be as simple as listening. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/4YxiGVkCguI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00)…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Minute: How low testosterone can affect men's health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Millions of men live with a testosterone deficiency. If left unchecked, this treatable condition may contribute to serious health problems like osteoporosis and lowered red blood cell production. During National Men's Health Week — June 12—18 — Dr. Gregory Broderick, a Mayo Clinic urologist, encourages men with symptoms of low testosterone to speak with their health care team. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/GRxb6-CyPxM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 07) is in the downloads at the end…
(2023-06-17). Addressing cancer concerns in the LGBTQ+ community. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org During June, many cities and towns around the U.S. and the world celebrate and raise awareness of the LGBTQ+ community's accomplishments and the ongoing fight for equality and acceptance. When it comes to health, the LGBTQ+ community faces increased cancer concerns. Stigma and discrimination create barriers to health care, placing the LGBTQ+ community at heightened risk for certain forms of cancer. Being aware of cancer risks and finding ways to overcome these challenges can be lifesaving. Mayo…
(2023-06-17). Consumer Health: What do you know about headaches? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about headaches. Headache is pain in any region of the head. Headaches may occur on one or both sides of the head, be isolated to a certain location, radiate across the head from one point, or have a viselike quality. A headache may appear as a sharp pain, a throbbing sensation or a dull ache. Headaches can develop gradually or…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Minute: Does menopause cause brain fog? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Menopause can bring on an array of symptoms from hot flashes and night sweats to weight gain. But can it cause problems with memory? Mayo Clinic's Dr. Juliana Kling, assistant director of Mayo Clinic's Women's Health Center, explains the connection between menopause and brain fog. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/k-FxySlqK8Y Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-06-17). Men's health: Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert shares key symptoms to act on. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org LONDON — As men age, even those accustomed to good health may encounter symptoms that affect their quality of life and are important to mention to their physicians. Vikas Mehta, MBChB, a general medicine doctor at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, describes several physical signs that are worth following up on. Dr. Vikas Mehta "For men, very often the symptoms that affect their lives are things that they are not very comfortable talking to others…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic ranked No. 4 on Forbes' 'America's Best Employers for New Graduates' list. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Forbes partnered with market research company Statista to identify the companies most liked by new people entering the workforce. Mayo Clinic was ranked No. 4 on Forbes' list of "America's Best Employers for New Graduates" and No. 1 in the "Healthcare & Social Industry" category. Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to identify the companies most liked by new people entering the workforce. They surveyed more than 28,000 young and early career professionals in the U.S. with…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees approves enabling projects for Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester is a multiyear strategic initiative to help achieve the Mayo Clinic's strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform health care. The project reinforces Mayo Clinic's commitment to the City of Rochester and State of Minnesota. The initiative focuses on reimagining Mayo Clinic's downtown Rochester campus, which includes adding state-of-the-art, flexible physical spaces to allow full integration of digital technology to better support the evolving needs of patients,…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic receives top honors for environmental excellence. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic locations in Arizona, Florida and Rochester, and Mayo Clinic Health System locations in Eau Claire and La Crosse, Wisconsin, have been recognized as an industry leader in environmental sustainability by Practice Greenhealth. The national organization honors hospitals and healthcare systems annually for their achievements and leadership in sustainability practices through its Environmental Excellence Awards. Mayo Clinic in Rochester received the Top 25 Award, Practice Greenhealth's highest honor for hospitals for…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Social Innovation Grant to address health care disparities accepting applications. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic is now accepting applications for a new Social Innovation Grant poised to address health care disparities in Olmsted County. Visit the Mayo Clinic Community Engagement page for application materials and additional information. Applications are due July 31, 2023. The grant, sponsored by Mayo Clinic's Department of Medicine, will be awarded to digital innovation projects that improve health, enhance health care delivery, and promote greater health equity in the greater Rochester…
(2023-06-17). Reminding men of the importance of screenings during Men's Health Month. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — June is National Men's Health Month, which is a great time to schedule an appointment with your primary care provider and learn which screenings you might be due for. Historically, men have been hesitant to seek medical attention when something seems wrong with their health. Also, men aren't as likely as women to have preventive screenings and checkups with their health care team. "This is a problem because early detection of a…
(2023-06-17). What is Urgent and Necessary in Haiti. orinocotribune.com 
By Jean Saint-Vil — Jun 6, 2023 | I greet you in the name of each common ancestor whose bones remain restless at the bottom of the Caribbean and Atlantic Oceans. I hope this brief note finds you in excellent health as it deals with an urgent crisis which requires that we summon superior collective wisdom, intelligence and, above all, courage. | As you read this note, in the town of Jeremi (South-West Haiti/ Grandans), corpses are being pulled under collapsed rubble. The region was hit by a 4.9 magnitude quake early this morning. This occurred a few hours after floods had devastated large parts of the North,…
(2023-06-17). World Report] Wildfires prompt calls for better public health preparedness. thelancet.com Smoke has covered huge areas of North America, exposing millions to health risks. Paul Webster reports from Ottawa.
(2023-06-17). Resolution On Indigenous Peoples' Health Is A Landmark Moment. popularresistance.org During the 76th World Health Assembly, members of the World Health Organization (WHO) adopted an unprecedented resolution on the health of Indigenous peoples. The drafting process of the resolution was primarily driven by Brazil, with support from other countries in Latin America. The adoption of the resolution could pave the way for combating the health inequities that Indigenous communities have been exposed to for centuries, and open the doors to greater participation from Indigenous movements. | Mariana Lopes Simàµes, who took part in the World Health Assembly as part of the People's Health Movement's W…
(2023-06-17). Tentative agreement for New York City transit workers attacks retiree health care. wsws.org The proposed deal would force New York City transit worker retirees onto private Medicare Advantage plans that frequently deny coverage.
(2023-06-17). Consumer Health: The lifesaving gift of blood donation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Blood Donor Day, which is observed Wednesday, June 14, is an effort by the World Health Organization to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products, and to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their lifesaving gifts of blood. Nearly 16 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S., according to the American Red Cross. Daily needs include 29,000 units of red blood cells, 5,000 units of platelets and 6,500 units of plasma. People…
(2023-06-17). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why Black women should consider screening for breast cancer earlier. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Age recommendations for when women should start yearly mammograms to screen for breast cancer vary. However, Mayo Clinic healthcare professionals have been firm for more than a decade that women should start breast cancer screening at age 40. Starting mammograms early is especially important for non-Hispanic Black women, who have higher rates of breast cancer compared to non-Hispanic white women. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Sandhya Pruthi, with Mayo Clinic's Breast Diagnostic Clinic and Mayo…
(2023-06-17). Treating sleep apnea made easier: Upper airway stimulation therapy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A restful night's sleep is more than just rejuvenating, it improves your health, memory and mood. Yet for millions of U.S. adults, restful sleep is elusive because they have obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops partially or completely. These events can result in low oxygen levels and cause frequent episodes of waking. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of sleep apnea, and occurs…
(2023-06-17). Panama reports over 2,000 dengue cases. plenglish.com According to the Health Ministry (MINSA), 233 patients have showed warning symptoms and seven were reported as seriously-ill. | MNSA ¥s report stated that out of the total number of dengue cases, 1,060 are women and 998 are men. | Among regions most hit are Colon (east) and Bocas del Toro (west); in addition to the metropolitan region of Panama city, the district of San Miguelito and Panama West and Panama North. MINSA reiterated its call to the population to keep their homes and workplaces clean; check the screens of doors, windows and look under the sinks, as these are sites where dengue-transmitting mosqui…
(2023-06-16). Death of Track Star Tori Bowie Refocuses Nation on Black Maternal Health Crisis. truthout.org Olympic track star Tori Bowie was eight months pregnant and in labor when she died on May 2, according to an autopsy. She was alone in her home at the time and may have suffered from respiratory distress and eclampsia, a rare but life-threatening pregnancy complication. Her baby also died. Bowie, a three-time Olympic medalist, was just 32 years old, and her death has led to an outpouring of grief… |
(2023-06-16). A trans person reflects on Cuba and Florida. mronline.org 
Melinda Butterfield: "As I sat in Miami, I was keenly aware that Gov. Ron DeSantis was preparing to sign several laws aimed at banning trans people from public life and getting the health care they need to live." (DeSantis did sign these laws just a few days later, not by coincidence, on May 17 — the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.)…
(2023-06-16). More Than 1.2M Patients Have Been Booted Off Medicaid. Most Are Still Eligible. truthout.org A healthcare catastrophe is unfolding across the U.S. as states — now unrestrained by coverage rules enacted early in the coronavirus pandemic — continue to remove people from Medicaid at an alarming clip, mostly for procedural reasons unrelated to their eligibility for the program. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), which has been tracking Medicaid disenrollments since Congress and the Biden… |
(2023-06-16). Fossil Fuel Giant Suncor Chooses Shareholders Over Breathable Air. levernews.com 
An oil refinery is poisoning the air in Colorado due to poor maintenance and inspection, according to a new report from federal environmental regulators. But instead of devoting money to deal with the problems, the refinery's owner, Suncor Energy, has massively increased payouts to shareholders — at the urging of one of the world's largest hedge funds.The case illustrates how Wall Street's investments in fossil fuels directly threatens the health of local residents and, in particular, vulnerable populations.The Canadian oil and gas giant Suncor has made headlines in recent years for a series of chemical re…
(2023-06-16). Right-Wingers Push Death Penalty Reinstatement Bills as Part of Hardline Agenda. truthout.org As right-wing legislators accelerate their push for violent measures like banning abortion, outlawing trans health care and shutting down racial justice curricula, they're also advocating for another type of institutional violence: reinstating the death penalty, and making that penalty more likely to be carried out in states where it's already legal. The U.S. has long been trending toward fewer… |
(2023-06-16). WHO warns of unequal access to morphine for medical use. plenglish.com Geneva, Jun 16 (Prensa Latina) The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a new report on access to morphine for medical use, which describes how the global distribution of morphine, as a vital pain medicine, is unequal and does not fulfil the medical need.
(2023-06-16). What Ebola teaches us about facing pandemics. peoplesdispatch.org Jyotsna Singh of Peoples Health Dispatch talks to Francisco Viegas of the MSF Access Campaign talks about the lessons from the Ebola outbreaks as the World Health Organization discusses the Pandemic Treaty…
(2023-06-16). "Unacceptable": Olympic Track Star Tori Bowie's Death Highlights Black Maternal Health Crisis. democracynow.org 
Olympic track star Tori Bowie was eight months pregnant and in labor when she died on May 2, according to an autopsy. She was alone in her home at the time and may have suffered from respiratory distress and eclampsia, a rare but life-threatening pregnancy complication. Her baby also died. Bowie, a three-time Olympic medalist, was just 32 years old, and her death has led to an outpouring of grief and anger from friends and supporters who say it's part of a larger Black maternal health crisis. Across the United States, Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy and childbirth complications…
(2023-06-16). China's second wave of COVID-19 infections, deaths, debilitation, and government lies: Part 1. wsws.org Amid this deepening crisis, Chinese public health officials have sought to allay fears by recycling the same propaganda and lies first promoted by the Western imperialist powers.
(2023-06-16). Australian Labor government slashes annual health budget by $11 billion. wsws.org The Albanese government's latest budget deepened cuts to the crisis-ridden public health system, primarily by terminating COVID-19 safety measures, despite the ongoing pandemic.
(2023-06-16). Scotland: Social Movements Build Unity In The Struggle For Health Equity. popularresistance.org Health inequalities in Scotland are getting worse. The Scottish Government has an array of policies which suggest its apparent concern, but these have made little or no difference in practice. In the face of this, community groups and civil society organizations have been working hard to raise awareness about the causes of health iniquity and to identify solutions that could make a significant and lasting difference. While doing so, however, often they have been campaigning in isolation from one another. | Concerned about the apparent fragmentation of the vital work that is going on, the People's Health Movement…
(2023-06-17). Insurance industry refuses policies to those most in need as climate change unfolds. liberationnews.org 
Capitalism not only lacks a clear plan to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change, it also falls very short on investing in resilient infrastructure that would help communities withstand climate-related hazards, or assisted relocation from areas that will become uninhabitable regardless.
(2023-06-16). Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation boss cites WSWS article, warning union leaders not to give information to websites. wsws.org SLIC's disciplinary action against union officials for using the company's email service and for allegedly providing information to the media and the WSWS is a dire warning and must be opposed by all SOE workers and the entire working class.
(2023-06-17). Perspectives] Petro Terblanche: developing an mRNA technology hub in Africa. thelancet.com Petro Terblanche, the Managing Director of Afrigen Biologics and Vaccines based in Cape Town, South Africa, insists that her varied career has been unplanned. What kind of a plan would take you from a starting point in animal biology to the leadership of a rising biotech company via data management in cancer trials, environmental epidemiology, research on air pollution, the management of a government food science and technology agency, leadership roles in a nuclear energy corporation and a chemical company, and a part-time university professorship? "I take challenges", Terblanche explains, "but once I feel the ch…
(2023-06-17). Expert Dr confirms COVID Vaccines may have seriously damaged Hearts of 100 Million+ Americans. expose-news.com The vaccines are causing heart injury in at least 2.8% of people who receive the Covid-19 injections. According to Dr. Thomas Levy, a minimum of 7 million Americans now have hearts damaged …
(2023-06-16). First German Lawsuit Brought Against BioNTech Over COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects. globalresearch.ca
(2023-06-16). The Covid "Killer Vaccine". People Are Dying All Over the World. It's A Criminal Undertaking. globalresearch.ca First published on November 26, 2022 | *** | We are being accused of "spreading disinformation" regarding the Covid-19 vaccine. | The Reuters and AP media "trackers" and "fact checkers" will be out to smear the testimonies of parents who have lost their …
(2023-06-17). Covid Related News: Discrimination against unvaccinated Australians is deadly while the dangers of covid injections continue to be revealed. expose-news.com Australia's stance to not treat an unvaccinated child is nothing short of criminal in light of the ever-growing mountain of evidence from across the world of the harm and deaths caused by …
(2023-06-17). RFK Jr: Should Fauci be Prosecuted? Will RFK Jr Take Big Money? & More. scheerpost.com 
By Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave / The Hill Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave interview 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about Covid-19 and how he would have handled the response to the pandemic differently.
(2023-06-16). Labor Movement Means More Than Unions. dissidentvoice.org 
Since the end of the Covid-19 pandemic, headlines have focused on union organizing victories at Starbucks and Amazon. But a recent New York Times story declaring "New York Delivery Workers Are Getting a Bump in Pay" reminds us that workers outside the union movement are part of the labor movement too. However important, unions are …
(2023-06-16). Graphene COVID Kill Shots: Let the Evidence Speak for Itself. globalresearch.ca
(2023-06-16). Flash Back to the "Deadly 2009 H1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic." And then Flash Forward to Covid 2020. Sharyl Attkisson. globalresearch.ca
(2023-06-16). Cuba reports 18 new Covid-19 cases, no deaths. plenglish.com According to MINSAP ¥s latest report, 23 patients were discharged from hospital, so the country ¥s total recovery toll climbed to 1,105,940. | Since the beginning of the pandemic (March 2020), as many as 1,114,610 Cubans have been infected with coronavirus. | No deaths have been reported so far, so Cuba ¥s overall death toll remains at 8,530. | Concerning immunization campaign, 90.8% of the Cuban population has been fully vaccinated, while 8,751,230 have received booster doses.
(2023-06-16). Global WAR-NING! Geoengineering Is Wrecking Our Planet and Humanity. globalresearch.ca World leaders are meeting in Glasgow at COP-26. All eyes are now on "the imminent dangers of CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions". The "climate emergency" is a timely instrument of propaganda used to distract people from questioning "the real crisis", namely the Covid-19 "plandemic".
(2023-06-16). China's second wave of COVID infections, deaths, Long COVID, and government lies: Part 2. wsws.org While social media platforms by no means give a panoramic view of COVID-related tragedies, they provide a glimpse into the vast scale of the social crime committed by the lifting of Zero-COVID.
(2023-06-16). Alex Saab's Illegal Detention Reaches Three Years. popularresistance.org This Monday marked three years of Venezuelan diplomat Alex Saab's illegal detention in a United States prison, in a case in which violations of international law and diplomatic conventions by the US regime stand out. | On June 12, 2020, Alex Saab was traveling to Iran on a diplomatic mission for the Venezuelan government to negotiate medical supplies and food for the Venezuelan people amid the crisis unleashed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the strengthening of illegal US and European sanctions. | The Venezuelan government plane Saab was traveling in stopped on Sal island in Cape Verde, an archipelago country off t…