Lethbridge city council has upheld its decision to reject new EMS contract conditions, citing unsustainable taxpayer costs. The current agreement is set to expire September 30, shifting the future of the city's 114-year-old integrated service model into a period of uncertainty.
CIA officer James Erdman III testified that Dr. Anthony Fauci manipulated the intelligence community's COVID-19 origin analysis by curating biased expert consultations. The hearing has sparked a clash between congressional investigators and the CIA, which labeled the proceeding 'political theater.'
Nobel Peace laureate Narges Mohammadi requires eight months of urgent medical care after a major health decline in Iranian prison. Her foundation warns that previous injuries and administrative neglect have put the activist's life in critical danger.
Moving to curb systemic healthcare fraud, the Trump administration has launched a nationwide, six-month freeze on new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health providers.
Professors Uğur Şahin and Özlem Türeci were awarded the Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal for their mRNA vaccine contributions, while Dr. Senjuti Saha received the Rising Star Award for her genomic leadership in Bangladesh.
A new study reveals that a simple 30-second chair-rising test can predict long-term mortality and injury risk in older adults. With power-based benchmarks established for both men and women, experts argue the test should become a standard component of clinical health screenings.
Presenter Ed Balls revealed on 'Good Morning Britain' that his lifelong stammer remains a challenge, even while reading the autocue. He joined guest Jessie Roux to support the 'Don't Hang Up. Hang On' campaign, which urges patience for those who struggle with speech impediments.
Baking expert Mary Berry and food safety advocates are settling the storage debate, recommending that eggs be kept refrigerated to ensure maximum freshness and safety.
Build-A-Bear is recalling its Heartwarming Hugs Bear 2 due to a faulty zipper that poses a choking risk. Parents are urged to return the plush immediately for a refund.
Travel journalist Simon Calder is warning holidaymakers to verify their medical disclosures after research revealed six million travelers failed to report conditions, risking insurance invalidation.
A French woman is in critical condition with a rare strain of hantavirus linked to a cruise ship outbreak, prompting an emergency contact-tracing effort across Europe. International health agencies are monitoring the situation as the Andes virus proves capable of rare human-to-human transmission.
Oral-B has launched 'The Big Rethink 2026' and the 'Project Steady' study to address a widening oral health gap for 41% of Europeans living with disabilities. The initiative aims to provide evidence-based, inclusive solutions for both patients and dental professionals.
