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Scientists have identified a promising new pathway for reducing neuroinflammation—a chronic, damaging immune response within the brain that is linked to a wide array of devastating neurological and psychiatric conditions. In a study published in the journal Brain, a research team led by Professor Nicholas Barnes at the University of Birmingham has pinpointed the P2X7…
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The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, today concluded the first day of his high-profile two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The diplomatic mission serves to underscore the exceptionally strong and enduring partnership between the global health agency and the Jordanian government, focusing heavily on advancing universal health…
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The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, today concluded the first day of his two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, using the high-profile diplomatic trip to underscore the robust and enduring partnership between the global health agency and Jordan across critical sectors, including universal health coverage, mental health…
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AMMAN — World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has concluded the first day of his high-level, two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, using the diplomatic mission to underscore the robust, enduring partnership between the global health agency and the Jordanian government. The discussions throughout the opening day centered heavily…
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Caffeine remains the most ubiquitous psychoactive substance in the global landscape. It is embedded in the fabric of daily life, fueling morning commutes through coffee, providing a midday boost via tea, and serving as a cornerstone of the multi-billion-dollar sports supplement industry. Despite its status as a staple, however, many athletes and fitness enthusiasts remain…
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GENEVA — Marking its 77th anniversary with an urgent global mobilization, the World Health Organization (WHO), alongside more than one hundred of its global offices, has spearheaded wide-ranging public advocacy actions in observance of World Health Day 2025. Dedicated to the vital theme "Healthier beginnings, hopeful futures," this year’s landmark campaign centers squarely on the…
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Scientists at the University of Rochester Medicine have unveiled a compelling new frontier in stroke rehabilitation, discovering that strengthening the body’s natural daily rhythms to improve sleep may significantly bolster the brain’s ability to recover from injury. This research offers a promising, potentially transformative approach to supporting the brain’s waste-clearance systems and enhancing long-term recovery…
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GENEVA — In a decisive move to fortify the continent’s health infrastructure during a period of profound global economic uncertainty, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the African Union (AU) Commission have formally renewed their longstanding strategic partnership. The updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today on the sidelines of the 78th World Health…
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A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at UCLA Health suggests that the biological clock governing brain health may be inextricably linked to the microscopic ecosystem residing within our digestive tracts. By examining the relationship between gut bacteria and the chemical compounds they produce, scientists have uncovered evidence that suggests the process of brain aging may…
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The global public health community is in mourning following the passing of Dr David Nabarro, a towering figure in international development, humanitarian response, and global health equity. Dr Nabarro passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, 25 July, at the age of 75. Throughout a distinguished career spanning decades, he served at the absolute…
