Japan has declared a nationwide influenza epidemic after a sharp spike in cases: 4,030 reported in just one week, surpassing the epidemic threshold. This outbreak, starting five weeks earlier than usual, has already forced 135 schools to shut down. Health experts warn the virus is evolving rapidly and may be spreading faster due to global travel and increased resistance to treatment. Stay informed and take precautions.

Japan Declares Nationwide Flu Epidemic | Over 4,000 Cases in One Week | 135 Schools Closed

The sudden rise of Oropouche disease has startled officials, according to reports. What is Oropouche? Are you in danger? How to protect yourself and your family from this virus? Here's all you need to know.

What is Orupouche virus that infected 23,000 people in 2023? Can it be the next BIG EPIDEMIC?

Bangladesh is witnessing a massive surge in cases of lead poisoning among children. 35 million kids are said to have high blood lead levels. According to the Institute of Health Metrics Evaluation, Bangladesh has the world’s fourth-highest rate of death due to lead exposure. How the battery boom is driving this lead poisoning epidemic.

Bangladesh lead poisoning epidemic

The U.S. Is facing a health crisis of epic proportions. A sweeping new study reveals a staggering statistic. Nearly three-quarters of American adults are overweight or obese. The implications are dire, as weight-related diseases threaten to overwhelm the nation's medical system.

Obesity Epidemic: A Looming Crisis

Obesity has reached alarming levels in the United States, becoming a major public health crisis. Rising rates of obesity are linked to various chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, putting a significant strain on healthcare systems. Efforts to address the issue include promoting healthier lifestyles, improving access to nutritious foods, and raising awareness about the long-term health impacts of obesity.

Obesity Becomes A Health Crisis In The US

More than a billion people worldwide are obese, W.H.O. study finds. According to the World Health Organisation, in 2022, 2.5 billion adults aged 18 years and older were overweight, including over 890 million adults who were living with obesity.

More than a billion people worldwide are obese: Study

Obesity 'epidemic' on the rise, more than 1 billion afflicted around the world: Study

A man has died in Ireland after contracting measles. The forgotten epidemic is once again spreading across Europe like wildfire. Should you be scared?

Gravitas | Measles: Forgotten epidemic rages through Europe

An epidemic has taken over Europe. Easier to consume than cocaine, crack is emerging as the preferred choice for addicts across the continent. Investigators say it is cheaper and is attracting more and more consumption. While cocaine consumption has remained steady in the past three years, the share of crack has increased rapidly.

Crack emerges as top choice among addicts

A drug epidemic is sweeping Africa. Illicit drug consumption and smuggling is a global menace, but it is affecting some regions more than others. This menace is spreading faster with the advent of social media. WION correspondent Louisa Olaniyi has this report from Lagos, Nigeria.

Unconventional drug use on the rise

Gao Yaojie: Iconic doctor, who exposed China's AIDS epidemic, passes away at 95

China: Another pneumonia 'epidemic' alarms WHO nearly four years since Covid was first detected

Human deaths from animal-to-human diseases to multiply 12 times by 2050: Study

The allure of Western brands has put Indians at the risk of a junk food epidemic. Sugary cereals, frozen food and packaged juice, instant noodles have become a staple in Indian households. Here's why you need to rethink your choices.

Gravitas: India's junk food epidemic. Here's why you are at risk

Old computers and other electronic equipment are creating heaps of e-waste in landfills as the demand for electronic equipment increase. What happens to it at its end of life is increasingly coming under the microscope. Esha Hanspal gets you the next report.

Nigeria acts to fight growing e-waste epidemic

The World Health Organisation defines overweight and obesity as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. The issue has grown to epidemic proportions; and rates of overweight and obesity continue to grow in adults and children. From 1975 to 2016, the prevalence of overweight or obese children and adolescents aged 5–19 years increased more than four-fold, from 4% to 18% globally. Obesity isn't just a cosmetic concern. It is a medical problem that increases the risk of other diseases and health problems. The latest who projections indicate that at least one in three of the world's adult population is overweight. Almost one in ten of the world's adult population is obese. Additionally, there are over 40 million children under age five who are overweight.

Growing rates of obesity in adults and children

Obesity not just a cosmetic concern | At least 1 in 3 of world's adult population overweight

South Africans on Monday blamed their local government for failing to provide clean water as deaths from cholera rose to 15 in the country's most populous province.

Cholera outbreak claims 21 more lives in South Africa

'Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation': US surgeon general points to the importance of social connection

US seeks India’s assistance in tackling fentanyl menace with multi-pronged strategy

An animal tranquilizer which is also called the 'zombie drug' is adding to America's opioid crisis. It can cause severe wounds which could even lead to limb amputation. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: America's worsening opioid epidemic

China: After Macau, Hong Kong might declare 'COVID-19' as 'endemic' disease

Health Services in France are stretched as the country faces a triple epidemic and general practitioners are on strike at the same time. French doctors have gone on strike for the second time this month.

France faces triple-threat winter epidemic, medical staff demands hike in consultation fees

Experts have warned that Europe could be staring at a cancer epidemic. A report says Europe missed as many as 100 million cancer screenings last year, and 1 million Europeans could be living with undiagnosed cancer. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Experts warn of a cancer epidemic in Europe

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