newarab (2024-06-17). Saudi imam says Hajj 'not for political slogans' on Arafah Day. newarab.com The imam of Mecca's Grand Mosque reiterated on Saturday that Sheikh Maher Al Muaiqly, who was appointed to deliver the sermon on the penultimate day of the Hajj, made the remark as the pilgrimage takes place in the shadow of Israel's military offensive has killed at least 37,266 people in Gaza, mostly civilians, according to the territory's health min…

theonion (2024-06-17). SATIRE: Newest U.S. Aid Mission Just Single PowerBar Labeled 'For Gaza' Thrown Into Ocean. theonion.com WASHINGTON—With more than 2 million displaced Palestinians facing the threat of famine, the U.S. Agency for International Development announced Monday it had fulfilled its pledge to provide food assistance, throwing a single PowerBar labeled "for Gaza" into the Atlantic Ocean. USAID reportedly alerted the war-torn…

newarab (2024-06-17). Israel troops kill teen in West Bank raid: Palestine ministry. newarab.com The Palestinian health ministry said Sultan Abdul Rahman Khatatbeh, 16, was killed by Israeli fire in the northern West Bank town of Beit Furik, the ministry said in a statement published on Facebook. | Officia…

newarab (2024-06-17). Saudi Arabia: Hajj pilgrimage ends amid deadly heat spike. newarab.com One of the world's largest religious gatherings unfolded during the oven-like Saudi summer again this year, and authorities recorded more than 2,700 cases of "heat exhaustion" on Sunday alone, the Saudi health ministry said. | On Monday, according to…

The Canary. (2024-06-17). Lloyds Of London Gets An Early Father's Day Present. popularresistance.org 'Super Dad', supported by Mothers Rise Up — a group of concerned mums who campaign for action on climate breakdown — delivered a giant Father's Day card and poem to Lloyd's of London on Thursday 13 June as a gift to CEO John Neal in time for Father's Day this weekend. It was over the insurance giant's complicity in the climate crisis due to its huge fossil fuels underwriting. | Accompanied by a group of brightly dressed mini superhero children in capes, and mums, Super Dad presented the card and gift to Lloyd's of London: | The card asks John Neal if he will be a climate hero and a super dad… or a c…

Staff (2024-06-17). FEMA Urged to Fund Disaster Response for Extreme Heat, Wildfire Smoke. commondreams.org A multistate coalition of environmental, labor and health groups urged the Federal Emergency Management Agency today to unlock crucial disaster relief funding for extreme heat and wildfire smoke, both of which are not recognized by FEMA as major disasters. "It's urgent that FEMA treats intensifying heat waves and wildfire smoke as the major climate disasters …

Melissa Kravitz (2024-06-17). Food Companies Intentionally Make Their Products Addictive, and It's Leading to Chronic Diseases. counterpunch.org Can't stop eating that bag of chips until you're licking the salt nestled in the corners of the empty package from your fingers? You're not alone. And it's not entirely your fault that the intended final handful of chips was not, indeed, your last for that snacking session. Many common snack foods have been expertly

Walden Bello (2024-06-17). How Capitalism Really Works. fpif.org Vulture Capitalism is, at one level, a really good read, for the scandals that it brings together in one volume—like the Boeing 737 MAX debacle, where the pursuit of profits, lack of regulation, and corporate cost-cutting culture resulted in two crashes that killed hundreds of people, or the ways most of the $800 million allocated by Washington for the Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP) to enable workers to get through the COVID 19 pandemic actually ended up with their employers. Among the direct or indirect beneficiaries of the PPP were House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, Senate majority leader Mitch McConne…

Dr. William Makis (2024-06-17). COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Remain the Deadliest of All Childhood Vaccines. globalresearch.ca

WSWS (2024-06-17). Washington conducted secret global anti-vaccine disinformation campaign against China. wsws.org Murderous in its own right, the anti-vaccine crusade of the Pentagon is part of a vast online apparatus of lies and propaganda run by the US government.

Robert Delaney (2024-06-17). Pentagon not denying secret campaign to discredit Chinese vaccines. scmp.com In wake of report on its anti-vaccine programme, Pentagon says it conducts a wide range of operations 'to counter adversary malign influence'.

noemail (2024-06-17). PM Modi extends wishes to Oman Sultan on Eid al-Adha. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended greetings to Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and the people of Oman on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. According to the Indian Embassy in Oman press release, PM Modi stated that the Eid al-Adha festival is an integral part of India's multicultural heritage and is celebrated by millions of Indian citizens of the Islamic faith. PM Modi extended his best wishes for Oman Sultan's good health and well-being.

The Independent (2024-06-17). Protect the medicines that protect us. independent.co.ug WHO charts new path for action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) ANALYSIS | SHOBHA SHUKLA | Protect the medicines that protect us and ensure that all those who need them can access them, says Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the Director General of The World Health Organization (WHO). He was speaking at a Strategic Roundtable discussion on "Charting …

The Independent (2024-06-17). Gavi launches preventive Ebola vaccine programme. independent.co.ug Move is part of wide programme that involves routine multivalent meningitis, human rabies, and hepatitis B birth dose vaccination ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT | In a historic step, preventive Ebola vaccination will become the norm in the highest-risk countries, courtesy of GAVI, the public-private partnership Vaccine Alliance that brings together developing country and donor governments, the …

Staff (2024-06-17). 'It's now not about teaching, it's about keeping kids fed': the reality of the UK's hardship epidemic exposed. thecanary.co New research shows how Britain's primary schools and GP surgeries are staggering under the weight of hardship as they divert resources to respond to the needs of those struggling to afford the essentials. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) conducted a study to discover how millions of people experiencing hardship is impacting key public services. Hardship …

noemail (2024-06-17). Navigating the Nutrition Maze: The Intersection of Health and Sustainability. devdiscourse.com By Mahya Tavan, Sustainable Nutrition Initiative in Palmerston North Palmerston North (New Zealand) June 17 (360info) — Navigating the labyrinth of health-centric and planet-friendly food choices amid a cost-of-living crisis is daunting. Fortunately, research offers a beacon of hope.

themoscowtimes (2024-06-17). Dozens Hospitalized in Moscow Amid Mass Food Poisoning Incident. themoscowtimes.com More than 120 people sought medical help following a suspected outbreak of a rare and extremely dangerous food poisoning, health officials said.

noemail (2024-06-17). Amul Investigates Centipede Claim in Noida Customer's Ice Cream Tub. devdiscourse.com In an unexpected turn of events, Amul, one of India's leading dairy brands, faces scrutiny after a Noida woman alleged finding a centipede in her ice cream tub. The woman, Deepa Devi, shared a picture of the insect on X, prompting immediate action from Amul and food safety officials.

Alexis Strong, Juquita Johnson, Natasha Crooks (2024-06-16). June: A Celebration Of Black Men's Health And Black Unity. newsone.com

Eric Zuesse (2024-06-16). Reuters Reveals Secret U.S. Government Anti-China Operation to Increase Covid-19 Deaths in East Asia and Pacific. dissidentvoice.org On June 14, Reuters headlined: "Pentagon ran secret anti-vax campaign to undermine China during pandemic: The U.S. military launched a clandestine program amid the COVID crisis to discredit China's Sinovac inoculation — payback for Beijing's efforts to blame Washington for the pandemic. One target: the Filipino public. Health experts say the gambit was indefensible and …

newarab (2024-06-16). Saudi imam says Hajj 'not for political slogans' on Arafah Day. newarab.com The imam of Mecca's Grand Mosque reiterated on Saturday that Sheikh Maher Al Muaiqly, who was appointed to deliver the sermon on the penultimate day of the Hajj, made the remark as the pilgrimage takes place in the shadow of Israel's military offensive has killed at least 37,266 people in Gaza, mostly civilians, according to the territory's health min…

newarab (2024-06-16). Israel troops kill teen in West Bank raid: Palestine ministry. newarab.com The Palestinian health ministry said Sultan Abdul Rahman Khatatbeh, 16, was killed by Israeli fire in the northern West Bank town of Beit Furik, the ministry said in a statement published on Facebook. | Officia…

newarab (2024-06-16). Israel army says eight soldiers killed in Gaza as war continues. newarab.com At least 1 million Palestinians are "1 million displaced ppl in south #Gaza are trapped, without clean water or sanitation. It's a public health and protection disaster," Carl Skau, the Deputy Executive Director and C…

ecns.cn (2024-06-16). China releases regulation governing cyber violence to create healthy online ecosystem. ecns.cn Chinese authorities released a regulation governing cyber violence on Friday, which will come into effect on August 1 this year.

ecns.cn (2024-06-16). Gun violence: incurable disease of the U.S. ecns.cn June is observed annually as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the United States. Over the second weekend of June, at least eight mass shootings occurred nationwide. Gun violence is a chronic issue in the United States.

ecns.cn (2024-06-16). Insights | Xinjiang residents have been primary beneficiaries of rapid development: Canadian scholar. ecns.cn Over the past decade, the economic and social development of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has been extremely rapid, particularly in infrastructure such as roads, education, and healthcare, said Barry Sautman, a retired professor from the Division of Social Science at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and a distinguished professor at Tsinghua University.

ecns.cn (2024-06-16). (W.E. Talk) The Role of Translation in Promoting Sino-Japanese Exchange. ecns.cn Sino-Japanese cultural exchanges have a long history, spanning a wide range of areas. Throughout history, Japan sent envoys to China to learn about Chinese culture. During the recent COVID-19 pandemic, when Japan sent assistance materials to China, in a moving gesture, the packages were printed with ancient Chinese verses expressing solidarity and the close bond between the two nations.

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2024-06-16). The Next Crisis "Bigger than Covid": Paralysis of Power Supply, Communications, Transportation. The WEF "Cyber Attack" Scenario, "Usher In the Great Reset" globalresearch.ca First published on December …

Alexis Strong, Juquita Johnson, Natasha Crooks (2024-06-16). June: A Celebration Of Black Men's Health And Black Unity. newsone.com

Juan M. Garcia (2024-06-16). Prensa Latina: 65 years in good health and much to be done. plenglish.com Havana, Jun 16 (Prensa Latina) Turning 65 in good health is a merit for any human being and even more so for Prensa Latina, whose enemies predicted a short life when it was founded on June 16, 1959.

Alina Ramos Martin (2024-06-16). El Salvador reports increase in respiratory diseases. plenglish.com Salvadoran physician and pulmonologist Manuel López explained that although in the first symptoms of the disease can be confused with other endemic diseases, there are differences with respect to a common flu. | The expert pointed out that this virus has the characteristic of being able to complicate, especially in children and older adults, with debilitating chronic diseases, although people between 30 and 50 years of age can also have complications. | López warned that the cases of influenza, instead of decreasing, are on the rise, and cited cases of schools where there are between 11 and 15 children diagnosed…

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-06-16). Chinese Navy ship sets sail on international peace mission. plenglish.com During the mission, the ship will visit 13 countries, including Seychelles, Tanzania, Madagascar, Mozambique, South Africa, Angola, Republic of Congo, Gabon, Cameroon, Benin, Mauritania, Djibouti, and Sri Lanka, to provide medical services to local people. It will also make port calls in France and Greece. | The medical teams will provide free diagnosis and treatments for prevalent diseases to residents, people in Chinese institutions, and overseas Chinese citizens through on-board and outpatient clinics. | The Navy hospital has a crew of more than 100 and 17 clinical departments. | "Peace Ark" was the first ind…

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-06-16). Prensa Latina celebrates 65th anniversary. plenglish.com Havana, Jun 16 (Prensa Latina) Celebrating 65 years in good health is a merit for any person, and even more so for the Latin American New Agency Prensa Latina, whose enemies predicted a short life when it emerged on June 16, 1959.

Pressenza New York (2024-06-16). The Nexus Between Mental Health and Climate Change in Bangladesh: Understanding Heat Stress, Air Pollution, and Post-Flood Impacts. pressenza.com In Bangladesh, the convergence of climate change impacts and mental health challenges presents a complex and pressing issue that demands attention and action. | By Md Biozid Jessorey | As one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change, Bangladesh faces recurring threats from rising temperatures, air pollution, and devastating floods, each of which profoundly affects the mental well-being of its population. This article delves into the interplay between climate change and mental health in Bangladesh, focusing on the impacts of heat stress, air pollution, and the aftermath of flooding. | Heat Stress: Threat…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Mayo Clinic Minute: Menopause and the heart connection. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Women experience menopause at different ages — and different ways — which can, among other things, affect their heart health. The average age of natural menopause in the U.S is 52. There's early menopause, under age 45, and premature menopause, under age 40, which may affect a very small group of women. There is also premature ovarian insufficiency. Dr. Chrisandra Shufelt, a Mayo Clinic women's health specialist, says it's important for anyone who experiences menopause to think…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). 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 10—16 — Dr. Gregory Broderick, a Mayo Clinic urologist, encourages men with symptoms of low testosterone to speak with their healthcare team. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/GRxb6-CyPxM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 07) is in the downloads at the end of…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Lymphedema: A lesser-known breast cancer treatment side effect with lifelong impacts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The journey of a cancer survivor often extends far beyond the triumphant ringing of a brass bell, signaling the end of treatment. Sonya Goins received treatment at Mayo Clinic for HER-2-positive breast cancer in 2020. Since sharing her story of survival with the Mayo Clinic News Network, a lot has changed in Sonya's life. She became a Mayo Clinic employee, working in the Communications Department. She also continues to confront post-cancer health challenges, including being…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: Benefits of an active workstation Mayo Clinic research shows that using an active workstation can help you move more and think better at work — without affecting your job. Sitting too much at work or home can increase your risk of certain diseases. Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says using active workstations boosts…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Mayo Clinic Minute: The link between heart disease and stroke. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Every 34 seconds, a person in the U.S. dies from a cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association. Together, heart disease and stroke account for more than 58% of cardiovascular disease deaths. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGq3obNvX4U&#038… Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Coronary artery disease, caused by a blockage of the blood vessels that supply…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). 8 innovations in neuroscience and brain research at Mayo Clinic. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers lead discoveries into many conditions, including cancer, Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, as well as how the brain fundamentally works.

Ali Azgar (2024-06-16). A Monoclonal Antibody Could Help Fight Malaria. muslimnews.co.uk Malaria is the world's leading parasite-related endemic disease. The African region alone accounts for 94% of cases. Infections caused by Plasmodium falciparum, the deadly species, are the most common and severe. Furthermore, 80% of deaths occur in children younger than 5 years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Exercise timing conundrum: Optimal workout timing. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's a long-standing discussion for all who want to get into shape. When is the best time to exercise? According to Future Member, about 41% of workouts take place between 7—9 AM or 5—7 PM. "The debate is intriguing with proponents of both morning and evening workouts citing various benefits," says Andrew Jagim, M.D., director of sports medicine research at Mayo Clinic Health System in Onalaska. "From increased energy levels to enhanced performance or greater weight-loss benefits, health experts delve…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). New Mayo Clinic technology helps solve the unsolvable in rare disease diagnoses. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org At Mayo Clinic, the mission to solve the unsolvable is at the heart of every rare disease case. Each diagnosis is a testament to perseverance, innovation and the relentless pursuit of answers. This commitment has led researchers at the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine to develop a semi-automated system, known as RENEW, to rapidly reanalyze unresolved rare disease cases. In a new study published in Human Genetics, researchers describe how RENEW (REanalysis of NEgative…

noemail (2024-06-16). Tragic End to IIT Aspirations: Teen's Suicide Highlights Mental Health Crisis in Kota. devdiscourse.com A 17-year-old student preparing for the IIT-JEE competitive exam has tragically taken his own life in Kota, Rajasthan, police revealed on Sunday.

noemail (2024-06-16). Union Health Ministry Introduces New Hospital Referral Guidelines. devdiscourse.com In a landmark move, the Union Health Ministry has rolled out new interdepartmental referral guidelines for hospitals, aimed at rectifying significant inconsistencies and enhancing accountability within the referral process.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Mayo Clinic Minute: Testing gait to help in early diagnosis of neurodegenerative disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month How does your gait — or how you walk — relate to your brain health? Considerably, says Dr. Farwa Ali, a Mayo Clinic neurologist who specializes in movement disorders. Assessing a person's gait can offer insight into various brain health conditions. The hope is that early diagnosis of gait and balance problems will lead to better treatment and outcomes for patients with degenerative brain disorders. Dr. Ali explains how…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Mayo Clinic Minute: Types of brain tumors and treatments. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A brain tumor can significantly affect a person's quality of life, not just length of life. In 2023, approximately 25,000 people living in the U.S. were diagnosed with a brain tumor. There are different types of brain tumors and ways to treat them that a healthcare team may consider. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/z2n3l_iZXBc Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network."…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-06-16). Empowering Lives: Navigating Parkinson's disease with hope. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org LA CROSSE, Wis. ‚Äï Parkinson's disease touches every aspect of a person's life, from the physical to the emotional, often leaving individuals feeling isolated and overwhelmed. However, amid the challenges, there is a beacon of hope—new treatments and simple lifestyle changes are making a significant difference, empowering those diagnosed to lead fuller, more vibrant lives. What is Parkinson's disease? Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that profoundly affects movement and other functions. Over 15,000…

Sebastiana Romero (2024-06-16). Ejército de Estados Unidos desarrolló campaña clandestina antivacunas para socavar a China. radiohc.cu Manila, 16 jun (RHC) El Ejército estadounidense lanzó una campaña clandestina, en medio del apogeo de la pandemia del covid-19, destinada a descreditar "lo que percibía como una creciente influencia de China en Filipinas, una nación especialmente afectada por el mortal virus", comunicó Reuters este viernes.