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The Genocide Watch List 2025: Where and why is the world burning?
Today, multiple regions face the grim reality of genocide. Genocide Emergencies in Myanmar, Gaza and Sudan, and major warnings elsewhere, underscore the failure to...
Persons with disabilities, belonging on paper and in society?
Millions of persons with disabilities in Asia and the Pacific, particularly children, are legally invisible due to a lack of registration in civil systems. Discover the issues faced by unregistered individuals and how an inclusive Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system can enhance their lives.
The Renters’ Rights Act becomes Law: Securing a fairer future for 11 million renters
The landmark legislation known as the Renters’ Rights Act, abolishing 'no-fault' evictions along with a number of other new protections for private renters, aims to rebalance the relationship between landlords and tenants in England.
North America Analysis October 2025
Dive into the October 2025 edition of North America Analysis, a comprehensive compilation that offers a rich tapestry of insightful perspectives and thorough evaluations.
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Working from home isn’t the problem – our attitude to workplace health is
William Roberts, Chief Executive of the Royal Society for Public Health, emphasises the importance of promoting health in the workplace to enhance employee wellbeing and tackle health inequalities.
Deliberate structural injustice through law
Kati Rantala’s recent article on silent stakeholders addresses the dilemmas in normative inclusive lawmaking that often overlook harsh realities behind the rhetoric.(1) Here, she explores structural injustice in law and its impact on silent stakeholders in subordinate positions, citing examples from Finland.
Proceedings of the Libby, Montana asbestos education & outreach retreat
Jean C. Pfau discusses the history and health implications of the vermiculite mine in Libby, Montana, and the establishment of the Center for Asbestos-Related Disease (CARD), which offers vital clinical services for affected individuals. Additionally, a retreat in June 2025 allowed experts to share research findings on asbestos exposure.
Revolutionising global vaccine access: The case for Stablepharma’s fridge-free vaccine technology
Stablepharma is focused on improving global vaccine access with its leading candidate, SPVX02. Here, they discuss the challenges of vaccine development and distribution, and highlight how their platform could transform accessibility through fridge-free vaccines.
Breakthrough mosquito repellent protects against malaria for a whole year
UCSF researchers report a new spatial repellent that provides up to one year of protection against malaria and other mosquito-borne diseases, marking the first WHO-endorsed vector control tool in over four decades.
Violence prevention and response
Violence against women, particularly intimate partner violence, is a serious public health concern. Lorna Rothery spoke with Britta Baer, Regional Advisor on Violence Prevention at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), about the risks and effects of violence, along with strategies for prevention and protection.
World-first 21-strain pneumococcal vaccine trial aims to protect millions of babies
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute launches an international trial of a 21-valent pneumococcal vaccine to protect babies against pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis.
Environmental toxins and water pollution: Consequences for human health
Water pollution from environmental toxins poses a serious threat to global health, especially for vulnerable populations. Asal Shirazi BEM, Founder and CEO of the Autoimmune Support & Awareness Foundation UK, discusses the mechanisms of pollution and the health effects.
How can we end smoking in the UK?
What would it take to end smoking in 20 years? asks Hazel Cheeseman, CEO of Action on Smoking and Health (ASH).
NHS to roll out long-lasting RSV antibody jab for premature babies
The NHS will offer a long-acting antibody injection to protect thousands of premature and vulnerable babies from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) starting this autumn.
Key factors driving recent declines in young people’s mental health in England
A new July 2025 report from Youth Futures Foundation investigates the factors behind declining mental health in 14–to 24‑year‑olds in England.
EU migration and home affairs policy overview
Explore the European Commission's policies on migration and home affairs, including the Pact on Migration and Asylum, the accommodation of refugees from Ukraine, the fourth State of Schengen report, and the new European Internal Security Strategy.
Prioritising healthcare communication in maternity care
With a focus on maternity care, Maria Rowntree, Community Midwife Team Lead, explores why healthcare communication improvement must become a priority in NHS goals.
The Utilisation of Māori Health and Mental Health Services in New Zealand
The health and wellbeing of Māori has been the subject of significant concern and study since colonisation. Despite various efforts, disparities persist between Māori and non-Māori populations in terms of health outcomes and access to services. This e-book explores the patterns of Māori utilisation of health and mental health services, identifying barriers and proposing strategies to enhance service delivery and health outcomes.
Defining Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS)
Michael Bevington, Chair of Trustees at Electrosensitivity UK, examines the history of Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS) over the past 275 years, highlighting key 18th-century discoveries and early reports of health issues related to electromagnetic fields (EMFs).
University of Oxford launches first human aerosol TB vaccine trial
The University of Oxford has commenced a new clinical trial called TB-45, which will test the safety of a new tuberculosis (TB) vaccine.
