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UK bans a generation of children from smoking: How it works
The legal age to buy tobacco products will rise by one year, every year, from 2027.
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Why an attack on Bushehr nuclear plant would be catastrophic for the Gulf
The US and Israel have repeatedly hit the plant, raising risks of radioactive contamination far beyond Iran’s borders.
Suspected measles outbreak kills nearly 100 children in Bangladesh
Health ministry data show children aged six months to five years with suspected measles symptoms soared to 6,476.
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‘Nothing prepares you’: The invisible lives of carers in the UK
Thrust into the isolated world of caring, a daughter learns how other sole carers cope, some under immense strain.
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Car slams into Louisiana Lao New Year parade, injuring about 15 people
Authorities in New Iberia, Louisiana, have said the incident does not appear to be an intentional car-ramming.
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How the US and Israel are waging war on Iran’s medicines, vaccines
The Pasteur Institute of Iran is one of several healthcare facilities in the country to be targeted.
How Israel is destroying healthcare infrastructure in southern Lebanon
Israel’s attacks on hospitals, medical centres and healthcare workers are fuelling displacement and a health crisis.
Trump unveils 100 percent tariff on drugs to push for pharmaceutical deals
US president has said that he will use tariffs to bring down costly medical drugs, but the impact remains uncertain.
Children’s hospital in Tehran keeps hopes and smiles alive during war
Staff at the Children’s Medical Center organise activities to offer a joyful experience to children in hospital.
Minerals for aid: Are new US health deals ‘exploiting’ African countries?
Zimbabwe and Zambia have pushed back against ‘lopsided’ agreements after US asks for health data and minerals.
US Supreme Court rejects Colorado ban on LGBTQ child ‘conversion therapy’
In an eight-to-one decision, the high court ruled against a law banning the discredited practice on free speech grounds.
