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Lung cancer: quitting smoking regrows protective lung cells – new research

It’s never too late to quit smoking, as a new study reveals how cells can be replenished after giving up smoking, reducing the risk of developing cancer.

Tackle ‘unacceptable inequalities’ in cancer care, saving up to seven million lives, WHO urges

Today (4 February) marks World Cancer Day. But treatment needs serious improvement, especially in terms of the inequalities that have an impact on cancer care.

Haiti cholera outbreak ‘stopped in its tracks’

There have been no new cases of cholera in Haiti for a whole year, demonstrating a serious improvement in healthcare, adequate sanitation and clean water.

Are you in danger of catching the coronavirus? 5 questions answered

Amidst much uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus, people want to know if they are personally at risk. Here’s some important information.

End discrimination against women and children affected by leprosy

Following World Leprosy Day (26 January), the extremely unjust treatment of people suffering with leprosy has been brought into questioning.

UN health emergency committee to re-convene on global threat posed by China coronavirus

It’s yet to be decided whether a Public Health Emergency will be declared following the recent outbreak of a virus in China.

Healthcare’s a human right, not ‘a privilege for the rich’ UNAIDS argues at Davos

Quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone, despite economic inequalities. This is an issue being raised at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.