Joe Biden Diagnosed with Advanced Prostate Cancer; Family Reviewing Treatment Options
Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer, his office confirmed in a statement Sunday afternoon. The diagnosis follows the discovery of a nodule during a recent medical examination prompted by worsening urinary symptoms. “On Friday, President Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 […]
Second Child Dies as Texas Measles Outbreak Worsens, Officials Urge Vaccination
An eight-year-old girl in western Texas has become the second child to die from measles amid a fast-growing outbreak of the highly contagious virus, health officials confirmed Thursday. The child, who had no underlying health conditions, was unvaccinated and died from complications related to the disease. Aaron Davis, Vice President of UMC Health System, confirmed […]
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition but Stable, Vatican Confirms
Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has not suffered any additional respiratory crises, the Vatican announced on Sunday. The update comes a day after the 88-year-old pontiff was reported to be in a serious state following a week-long hospitalization for a lung infection. According to Vatican officials, Francis had a “quiet night” and “rested […]
Pope Francis Faces Critical Health Setback Amid Respiratory Crisis
Pope Francis experienced a severe asthmatic respiratory crisis on Saturday morning, requiring oxygen support, the Vatican confirmed. His condition remains critical as doctors closely monitor his health. A Vatican statement revealed that blood tests showed plateletopenia, a condition associated with anemia, prompting the need for blood transfusions. “The Holy Father continues to be alert and […]
President Biden’s Campaign Pauses Amid COVID-19 Infection, Raises Concerns Among Top Democrats
President Joe Biden faces new questions about his candidacy in the upcoming November election, with his campaign events currently on hold due to a COVID-19 infection. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, the top two Democrats in Congress, have reportedly met with Biden individually to express concerns over his bid […]
Nigeria Battles Severe Cholera Outbreak, Reports 103 Deaths Across 34 States
Nigeria is facing a severe cholera outbreak, with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reporting 103 deaths from 3,623 suspected cases across 34 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The outbreak has affected 187 Local Government Areas (LGAs), with Lagos, Bayelsa, Abia, Ebonyi, Katsina, and Zamfara states being the most impacted, […]
NHIA Launches Fistula Free Intervention Program to Aid Women with Obstetric Fistula
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has launched the Fistula Free Intervention Program, aimed at addressing the healthcare needs of women suffering from obstetric fistula and ensuring long-term access to care. NHIA Director-General, Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, announced that the initial phase will begin in obstetric fistula centers in Katsina, Bauchi, Ebonyi, and Edo states. This […]
“Tamil Nadu Toxic Alcohol Tragedy: 34 Dead, Dozens Hospitalized Amid Government Criticism”
At least 34 people have died after consuming toxic bootleg alcohol in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, officials reported. The incident occurred in Kallakuruchi district, where several residents fell ill after drinking the illicit liquor on Tuesday night. Currently, at least 80 people are receiving treatment in hospitals for various illnesses, including severe […]
Lagos State Confirms 15 Deaths in Cholera Outbreak, Implements Control Measures
The Lagos State government has reported that 15 people have died due to a severe outbreak of gastroenteritis caused by cholera. Akin Abayomi, the Lagos Commissioner for Health, provided the update on Saturday while discussing the measures taken to control the outbreak. On June 11, Abayomi noted that five people had died and about 60 […]
“Growing Concern: Mosquito-Borne Diseases Surge Across Europe”
An invasive mosquito species, the tiger mosquito, has established populations in 13 EU countries, contributing to a surge in dengue fever cases across Europe. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control attributes the spread of these mosquitoes to climate change, which creates favorable conditions for their proliferation. Even as far north as Paris, authorities […]
