Health unit marking National Breastfeeding Week with local events

National Breastfeeding Week runs from Oct. 1-7; flag-raising event taking place in Barrie on Wednesday at 3 p.m. NEWS RELEASE SIMCOE MUSKOKA DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT **************************************** The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit...

Health sector seeks to strengthen laboratory result interoperability

HCM CITY — Laboratory result interoperability and the reuse of medical test results are beneficial for patients, medical facilities and the health insurance system and play a vital role in building a modern and sustainable healthcare system,...

Health minister announces complete digitalization of Pakistan Nursing Council

ISLAMABAD - Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal, chaired an meeting on the affairs of the Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC), attended by the Federal Health Secretary and Additional Secretary on Monday. During the session, the Ministry...

Health Minister Demby Highlights Sierra Leone’s Progress on Women And Child Health

Sierra Leone’s Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, outlined the country’s progress in reducing maternal and child mortality during a high-level global health meeting held alongside the 80th United Nations General Assembly. Speaking at the...

Health First Provides Malabar Fire Department Powerful New Life Saving Tool

LUCAS device is portable, battery-operated mechanical chest compression system that delivers automated, consistent CPR Members of the Malabar Fire Department stand with their new LUCAS CPR device, donated by Health First, which will strengthen...

Local officials encourage healthy habits ahead of cold and flu season

DE PERE, Wis. (WBAY) - Local health officials are hoping you’ll take the time to protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory illness this fall season. It may not be cold out right now, but as that cooler weather approaches, many of us...

International Podcast Day: The Media Leader’s favourite episodes

From AI and copyright to the future of news, the team chose their favourite episodes of The Media Leader Podcast of the year so far in honour of International Podcast Day. Alan Rusbridger’s take on the future of news Alan Rusbridger, outgoing...

Health Ministry faces difficulties in recruiting health professionals

The Health Ministry is facing difficulties in recruiting dental hygienists, medical imaging technologists, and pharmacists. Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu revealed this in Parliament while responding to a question on the retention...

Health professional advocates for clarity amid Tylenol discussion

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – President Donald Trump’s recent statement, “Don’t take Tylenol” has sparked national debate this week. The comment comes as renewed discussions swirl around the possible links between Tylenol use during pregnancy and...

Health roadshow raising awareness of heartburn warning signs

The Heartburn Health Roadshow is travelling across Greater Manchester this October to highlight the link between ongoing heartburn and oesophageal cancer. The roadshow will arrive in Leigh on Friday, October 10, at Tesco Leigh, WN7 4BA, as part of...

National Recovery Month | SD American Indian Health Center on the frontlines of support

September is National Recovery Month - a time to honor the strength of people in recovery and shine a light on the resources that save lives. Author: cbs8.com Published: 4:42 PM PDT September 29, 2025 Updated: 4:42 PM PDT September 29, 2025

Medicines like amoxicillin at risk if price caps aren’t lifted, drugmakers warn

A study, commissioned by healthcare company Viatris, found that between 2020 and 2024, the average price of the top 10 off-patent antibiotics dropped by 10pc across EU markets that were examined, including Ireland, despite rising productions...

Wellness pioneer hosts a 4-day retreat in Vail for women ready to reimagine their next chapter

Are you ready to step into the next version of you, no matter your age? Argie Ligeros believes you are. Ligeros invites you to join her and a team of experts and instructors that she has assembled at The Labyrinth Summit, a four-day immersive...

Health Check: Syntara shares recover after promising blood cancer trial update

Syntara is in share price recovery ward after its trial update and the company's condition officially is stable. Pic: Getty Images Syntara shares leap on myelofibrosis trial results showing “ongoing safety and efficacy” Another week, another...

Local nonprofit helping seniors stay warm this holiday season

Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Sept. 29, 2025 – The UAMS Center on Aging Northeast is holding its second annual “Sock and Blanket Drive” for senior citizens in need for the upcoming holiday season across Northeast Arkansas. Kaitlyn...

Local athletes with disabilities get the opportunity to play at U.S. Open

Published 7:05 pm Monday, September 29, 2025 By Robert Sullivan “If I can’t win, let me be brave in the attempt.” That’s what Jason Williams, a 49-year-old man with special needs, said about his tennis career. Recently, Williams and fellow athlete...

Local residents invited to the Champaign Community Foundation reception

Submitted story The Champaign Community Foundation (CCF) is excited to host a reception for community members on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 4 p.m. Anyone who is interested in learning more about CCF is welcome to join for light refreshments and...

Local Rite Aid Closes Its Doors

“Currently we only have a handful of stores left in Oregon and Washington but they will be the last of the stores closing by the end of the week,” the Rite Aid corporate care representative said. California Lutheran University students can no...

Local healthcare providers to host community vaccine discussion

The Oneida County Health Department will host a community conversation about vaccines on Oct. 8, featuring a panel of local healthcare professionals. The event will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 8 at Nicolet College Northwoods Center, 5364 College...

Woakes calls time on international career

England bowler Chris Woakes has announced his immediate retirement from international cricket. The 36-year-old last week missed out on selection for England’s upcoming Ashes series in Australia as he battled to recover from suffering a dislocated...