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Deadly Ebola in Congo: Authorities urgently open new treatment centers

Three treatment centers are being opened in Congo due to an outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain, for which there are no vaccines. The WHO has declared an emergency.

Health • May 18, 10:21 AM • 3902 views
Global obesity trends vary by country, age, and income level – study

A study of 200 countries has debunked the myth of a single obesity epidemic. Rates are rising in poor nations, while they have stabilized in wealthy Western countries.

Health • May 18, 07:59 AM • 3928 views
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship to arrive in Rotterdam today for quarantine and disinfection

The MV Hondius is set to arrive in Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Three people have died as a result of the illness, and the crew will be placed under quarantine.

Health • May 18, 04:47 AM • 4117 views
Ebola outbreak in Congo causes alarm due to war and lack of vaccine – BBC

WHO has declared an emergency due to an outbreak of a rare strain of Ebola in Congo. 250 cases and 80 deaths have been recorded in the combat zone.

Health • May 18, 03:33 AM • 4125 views
Train driver in Bangkok charged over deaths of eight people

In Bangkok, a freight train rammed into a bus, resulting in the deaths of eight people. The driver has been officially charged with negligence causing death.

News of the World • May 17, 04:55 PM • 3943 views
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda an international emergency

The WHO has declared a state of emergency due to the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in Congo and Uganda. The virus has been detected in the capitals, with dozens of fatalities recorded.

Health • May 17, 04:05 AM • 5958 views
WHO stated that hantavirus has not mutated and has not become more contagious following the outbreak on a cruise ship – media

The World Health Organization has found no signs of mutation in the Andes hantavirus. Passengers on the cruise ship were recommended to observe a 42-day quarantine.

Health • May 16, 02:04 PM • 65168 views
New Ebola outbreak in Congo causes 65 deaths and hundreds of suspected cases

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been recorded. The virus could spread to Uganda and South Sudan due to migration.

Health • May 15, 10:17 PM • 3581 views
Over 120 people under observation or in quarantine following hantavirus outbreak; vessel with crew expected to arrive in the Netherlands in the coming days - WHO

Due to hantavirus on the MV Hondius, 120 people are under observation. The WHO has confirmed 10 cases, and the vessel is currently en route to the Netherlands.

Health • May 15, 02:44 PM • 3345 views
Passengers from liner with hantavirus outbreak brought to Australia

Six passengers from the MV Hondius have been isolated in Australia for three weeks. Eleven cases of hantavirus were recorded on the vessel, and three people have died.

News of the World • May 15, 07:19 AM • 3804 views
Last passengers of hantavirus-stricken liner to be evacuated on a single flight

Passengers from the MV Hondius in Tenerife are being evacuated on a single flight to the Netherlands. The WHO has confirmed nine cases of hantavirus infection in Europe.

Health • May 11, 02:36 PM • 4148 views
Citizens of various countries, including Ukraine, evacuated to the Netherlands from a liner with hantavirus

Twenty-six people of various nationalities, including Ukrainians, were evacuated from the MV Hondius vessel due to a hantavirus outbreak. The passengers were sent into strict quarantine.

Health • May 11, 05:36 AM • 5042 views
One American evacuated from a liner with a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive

One of the 17 evacuated Americans has been confirmed to have hantavirus, although there are currently no symptoms. In total, three people have died from the outbreak on the vessel.

Health • May 11, 04:56 AM • 5049 views
Cruise ship passengers with hantavirus outbreak evacuated from Canary Islands

Passengers of the vessel MV Hondius were evacuated from Tenerife due to a hantavirus outbreak that claimed the lives of three people. The WHO assesses the risk to the public as low.

Health • May 10, 09:26 PM • 4466 views
What is celebrated on May 10 in Ukraine and the world

May 10 marks Move for Health Day, World Lupus Day, and environmental holidays. Vasyl, Semen, and Taisiia celebrate their name days today.

Society • May 10, 04:26 AM • 10379 views
The EU has stated that all passengers on the liner with a hantavirus outbreak are considered high-risk contacts

Eight people fell ill on board the MV Hondius, and three passengers died from hantavirus. Everyone present on the vessel is being repatriated for mandatory self-isolation.

Health • May 10, 02:53 AM • 10357 views
Russian propagandists spread fake news about a "hantavirus outbreak" among AFU servicemenPhoto

Russian propaganda spread a fake story about a hantavirus outbreak and losses in the Ukrainian army. Official sources refute these claims due to a lack of evidence.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 11:03 PM • 7195 views
Countries prepare evacuation of passengers following hantavirus outbreak; the liner will arrive in Spain on the morning of May 10

A hantavirus outbreak has occurred on a liner near Tenerife. Passengers are being evacuated in sealed transport for further observation for 42 days.

Health • May 9, 09:40 PM • 5714 views
"This is not another Covid" - WHO chief sends message to Tenerife as hantavirus-stricken liner approachesPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak. The head of the WHO will arrive in Tenerife to oversee the safe evacuation of passengers from the vessel MV Hondius.

Health • May 9, 05:58 PM • 6370 views
Search continues worldwide for passengers who disembarked before hantavirus outbreak on liner – what is known so farPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel MV Hondius. The WHO is in contact with officials from at least 12 countries monitoring citizens who have returned home; five Ukrainians are on board.

Health • May 8, 03:09 PM • 5086 views
"It's not Covid" - WHO provides latest updates and assesses epidemic threat following hantavirus outbreak

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. The WHO has confirmed five cases of infection but does not expect a large-scale epidemic.

Health • May 7, 03:47 PM • 118633 views
Risk to Europe from hantavirus outbreak on liner remains "very low" - ECDC

The risk of the Andes hantavirus spreading from the cruise liner to Europe is low. Passengers are expected to be evacuated in the Canary Islands wearing protective gear.

Health • May 7, 12:50 PM • 4215 views
WHO says the first case could not have occurred during the cruise – what is newly known about the hantavirus on the liner

The WHO reported that the first victim of hantavirus on the liner MV Hondius was infected before the voyage. Three deaths have been recorded on board, and the vessel is heading to Tenerife.

Health • May 7, 12:02 PM • 4277 views
Masks, social distancing, and deaths on board – how passengers of the MV Hondius are living amid a hantavirus outbreakPhoto

Three people have died on board the MV Hondius due to a hantavirus outbreak. Five Ukrainians are among the crew, and the liner is currently en route to Spain.

Health • May 6, 02:56 PM • 45419 views
Liner with hantavirus outbreak requested landing in Tenerife on Saturday

The liner MV Hondius, with a hantavirus outbreak, will arrive in Tenerife on May 9 for evacuation. Canary Islands authorities criticize the delay in the repatriation of passengers.

Health • May 6, 12:38 PM • 4602 views
Three people evacuated from liner due to hantavirus; WHO assesses public health risk as "low"Photo

Three patients with suspected hantavirus were evacuated from a vessel to the Netherlands. The head of the WHO assesses the overall risk to human health as low.

Health • May 6, 11:30 AM • 4077 views
Italy tops ranking of European countries with worst air pollution - media

Italy has the highest level of PM2. 5 pollution in Europe. Over 90% of Europeans live in conditions with air quality that is hazardous to health according to WHO standards.

Health • May 6, 10:23 AM • 5901 views
What holiday is celebrated on May 6 in Ukraine and the world

On May 6, Ukraine marks the Infantry Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, International No Diet Day, and World Asthma Day. Today also marks No Homework Day and various name days.

Society • May 6, 03:30 AM • 7707 views
Spain to accept cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak on board after three deaths

Spain will accept the MV Hondius liner following the deaths of three people from hantavirus. Passengers will be examined and repatriated upon arrival in the Canary Islands.

Health • May 5, 11:33 PM • 9206 views
A silent epidemic: how medical errors destroy patients' lives

Medical errors are one of the primary threats to patients worldwide: between 3% and 25% of hospitalized individuals face complications due to medical negligence. Misdiagnoses, treatment errors, and violations of medical protocols lead to severe consequences. In Ukraine, the problem is exacerbated by a lack of clear statistics and an effective system of accountability, which undermines trust in healthcare.

Society • May 5, 02:12 PM • 38880 views