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Jehovah’s Witnesses blood transfusion policy update

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Jehovah's Witnesses update policy on blood component use

The Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses has updated its long-standing policy regarding blood transfusions. While the core religious prohibition against the transfusion of whole blood remains unchanged, the new guidelin

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Lenacapavir HIV prevention rollout and efficacy

11 clusters · 57 sources · last updated

Latest: Lenacapavir injectable offers new breakthrough in HIV prevention

Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable medication for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), has demonstrated high efficacy in clinical trials. The drug, which requires only two doses per year, is administered via subcutane

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South Africa summer safety warnings

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Beach safety warnings issued amid rising temperatures and drowning risks

In South Africa, health and safety organizations have issued guidance to manage rising temperatures and increased water activity ahead of the summer season. The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) has recommende

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Global mpox resurgence and South African case surge

5 clusters · 22 sources · last updated

Latest: South Africa reports 22 confirmed mpox cases

Guinea-Bissau is experiencing its first mpox outbreak, with significant concern regarding the vulnerability of children. As of mid-August 2026, there were 46 suspected cases, half of which involved children. While seven