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Zambia ends cholera outbreak after weeks without new infections

After five weeks without a single new infection, Zambia is officially declaring an end to its latest cholera outbreak. The final wave of infections saw 496 cases and claimed 9 lives. Health Minister Elijah Muchima confirmed the last reco...

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The secret to great grilled kabobs

If you’re tired of unevenly cooked kababs that lose half the ingredients through your grill’s grates, chef Tyler Florence has the fix for you.

CNN

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Authorities on alert after fire ant nest discovery

An emergency control zone has been expanded after a bio-security failure in northern NSW. A new infestation of fire ants has been detected only a few kilometres away from the Queensland border.

10 News First

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Outrage over removing defibrillators from police cars

Th Premier has stepped in following an uproar over plans to ditch defibrillators from all police vehicles. Former Wiggle Greg Page who suffered heart problems has condemned the decision.

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How exposure to excessive heat harms healthy skin

You probably know what extreme heat can do to the body. But what does it do to your skin? We spoke with a board-certified dermatologist about the impacts heat has on the skin, and ways to help prevent damage.

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Expert breaks down strategy ahead of Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest

Ahead of the annual Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, CNN’s Harry Enten visits Coney Island and speaks with Major League Eating co-founder George Shea about the technique behind competitive eating—and what makes legends like Joey C...

CNN

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South Africa reports new bird flu outbreak on poultry farms

Authorities are implementing containment measures to prevent further spread.

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Princess Kate opens up about cancer treatment, recovery

Catherine, the Princess of Wales, made a personal statement regarding her cancer treatment and recovery. Kate, as she is widely referred to, said patients recovering from cancer "put on a sort of brave face." It is not known what type of...

CBS News

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Kenya startup launches AI app to bridge sign language, hearing gap

A Kenyan tech startup is developing an innovative application called SignVrse, aimed at bridging the communication gap between sign language users and the hearing world. Using artificial intelligence, the platform interprets between spee...

Al Jazeera

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NSW police to remove defibrillators from vehicles after review

The NSW Police Force has decided to stop carrying defibrillators in police vehicles, citing operational priorities and concerns over health, legal, and financial risks. The move has drawn criticism from health advocates and those impacte...

10 News First

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Families brace for devastating Medicaid cuts under Trump’s budget bill

President Donald Trump's proposed tax and spending bill could have significant consequences for millions of Americans relying on Medicaid. The legislation, if approved, would cut approximately $1 trillion from the program over the next d...

Al Jazeera

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How AI can help ease the strain on health care services

CNN’s Clare Sebastian visits Philips in the Netherlands, where the company has centered its focus on innovations in the health care tech sector, including the use of AI in some of the most commonly used diagnostics tools in the world.

CNN

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Study finds link between hormone therapy and breast cancer

A new study of women having hormone therapy after menopause found a link between a certain type of treatment and higher rates of breast cancer before the age of 55.

CBS News

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Hear what residents think of new French smoking ban

France has become the first European country to ban smoking on all beaches and in parks nationwide. The sweeping measure is part of President Emmanuel Macron’s pledge to create “the first tobacco-free generation” by 2032, but with 23% of...

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Medicaid cuts in spending bill spark alarm for nursing home residents

Medicaid funding could be cut by $930 billion over the next 10 years by the massive spending bill approved by the Senate. Among concerns is the impact on nursing homes nationwide. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.

CBS America

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France bans smoking in most public areas

The iconic image of a smoking Parisian is becoming a thing of the past as France has banned smoking in most public areas. Ramy Inocencio reports.

CBS News

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How a dying woman's fight led to the toughest PFAS ban in the U.S.

Starting this year, "Amara's Law" in Minnesota became America's strictest state law policing PFAS, compounds known as "forever chemicals." Mark Strassmann has more on the woman whose testimony helped spur its passage.

CBS America

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USAID canceled rape survivor kits for Congo as conflict erupted

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration canceled a major contract to supply emergency kits for rape survivors in Congo as violence surged in the east this year, leaving thousands without access to life-saving medication, the United ...

Reuters

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Mountains of rubble in Aleppo threaten public health and recovery

After 14 years of civil war in Syria, and a devastating earthquake, mountains of rubble clog the streets of Aleppo, hindering reconstruction and threatening public health.

Reuters

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New HIV prevention drug marks major breakthrough

Dr. Celine Gounder joins CBS Mornings to break down the FDA-approved drug Lenacapavir, which is being called the closest step yet to an HIV vaccine.

CBS News

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New research links optimism to a longer, healthier life

Dr. Sue Varma joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her book "Practical Optimism" and how a positive outlook can boost well-being and helped many people cope during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CBS News

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Blood-carrying drones are in the skies over London

From a journey of 30-plus-minutes down to just two minutes, a pilot program by health care logistics company Apian, in partnership with England’s NHS and drone delivery company Wing, is pioneering a new way of delivering time-sensitive b...

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