The episodic resurgence of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 virus Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 has seen increased activity globally since 2021, impacting both wild birds and poultry, as well as incidental infections in mammals. This study, using epidemiological, spatial, and genomic methods, sheds light on the changing patterns of H5N1 outbreaks. Key resurgent…
Global health burden and cost of lead exposure in children and adults: a health impact and economic modelling analysis Despite significant reductions in lead exposure, it remains a global health threat. A recent study estimated the worldwide burden and cost of intelligence quotient (IQ) loss and cardiovascular disease mortality due to lead exposure. Findings revealed…
Around the world, about 149 million children under 5 years old are too short for their age, which can lead to health problems and even death. Current estimates rely on surveys that don’t tell us when this growth problem starts or if it gets better. This study looked at data from many countries and found…
