A new U.S. federal survey has revealed encouraging progress in youth mental health and substance use, with fewer teenagers and young adults reporting drug use, depression and suicidal thoughts compared to previous years. The latest National Survey on Drug Use and Health, released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), analysed data… Continue reading Youth Mental Health Survey Shows Positive Progress
Spain has taken another major step in its public health campaign. The government has approved a draft law that would tighten anti-smoking regulations across the country. The proposal now moves to parliament for debate. It introduces wider smoke-free zones, stricter vaping rules and stronger protections for children and teenagers. Smoking Ban Expands to More Public… Continue reading Spain Smoking Ban Expands Under New Tobacco Law
Uganda has reached a major milestone after health officials discharged the country’s final Ebola patient. The development moves the nation one step closer to officially ending the outbreak. Under World Health Organization (WHO) rules, Uganda must complete 42 consecutive days without recording a new Ebola case. The period represents two full incubation cycles of the… Continue reading Uganda Ebola: Final Patient Discharged as Countdown Begins
