health
Why heatwaves hit women harder
Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them. Source link
Feeding tigers and flying planes during end-of-life care
Sally Sarl says it’s important to talk about what you want at the end of your life. Source link
Children keep dying in a country that made huge progress on measles
More than 120,000 suspected and confirmed measles cases have been reported in Bangladesh, where hospitals are overwhelmed. Source link
MenB vaccine offers men no protection from gonorrhoea, claims major study
The Meningitis B vaccine does not prevent gonorrhoea infections despite being offered to at-risk men, scientists say. Source link
What heat actually does to the body
The BBC’s health and science correspondent, James Gallagher, does some tests to show you. Source link
Online marketplaces still selling dozens of unsafe baby products, Which? finds
Pillows, sleeping bags and feeders subject to safety notices were found on sites including Amazon and TikTok. Source link
What does extreme heat do to your body?
Dr Oscar explains what does extreme heat do to your body? Source link
German doctor jailed for killing 15 of his patients
The German palliative care doctor was found guilty of murdering 12 women and three men between September 2021 and July 2024. Source link
More or less protein? The foods to get you through a heatwave
When turning on the oven is a no-no and you’re bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat. Source link
What in the World
Heatwaves can lead to heatstroke and dehydration Source link