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Figure 1. The entire village of Katsurao, located 20 to 30 kilometers from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, was evacuated after the accident. Approximately a third of the residents live in Miharu Town and its surrounding areas

Prolonged impact of the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Accident on health and society

Naomi Ito, Research Assistant at the Fukushima Medical University, tells us how the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident impacted and continues to impact local residents.
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Supporting stroke patients: The societal and healthcare burden of stroke

Elliot Grantham, Market Development Manager at Medtronic, discusses the challenges in stroke care and how it could be improved for stroke patients.
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Bridging the gap between evidence and action for a healthy society: The power of...

This is the third article in a series published by Open Access Journal that addresses the gap between evidence and action in health promotion.
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Unleashing the opportunity of digital technologies for developing health systems

Suzanne Wait and Catherine Whicher from The Health Policy Partnership discuss the opportunities to improve populations’ wellbeing and access to care by harnessing innovative digital health tools and technologies.
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Soil health characteristics

Lynette Abbott from The University of Western Australia, places the spotlight on soil health, including its physical, chemical, biological and hydrological characteristics.
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Prioritising brain health in Europe and beyond

With the growing burden of brain disorders, it is more important than ever to ensure the necessary approaches are available; the European Brain Council discusses the priorities for supporting brain health and research in Europe and beyond.
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Baywater Healthcare: The positive outcomes of a virtual ward solution

Virtual wards are helping to improve the delivery of care and save clinicians valuable time and resources; we hear how Baywater Healthcare’s virtual ward solution is helping to support more patients and improve their overall care.
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Nourishing our golden years: Working to support healthy ageing with healthier choices

Although life expectancy is increasing, many older adults spend their later years in poor health; DG SANTES’s Sandra Gallina tells us about the European Commission’s efforts in supporting healthy ageing.
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Toxic textiles: Potential health risks associated with toxic chemicals in clothing

Maria A. Muñoz and Pamela J. Lein from the University of California, Davis, focus on the potential health risks associated with toxic chemicals in clothing.
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From challenges to choices: The EU’s path to healthier and greener eating habits

The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) plays a pivotal role in supporting European citizens to make healthy and sustainable food choices; here, they discuss the impact of dietary patterns, barriers to greener eating habits, and measures to empower consumers.
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Cloud technology: Preparing our health systems for the future

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Genomics England and the 100,000 Genomes Project, which paved the way for a new era of genomic medicine.
Promoting regular exercise to protect brain health

Promoting regular exercise to protect brain health

Regular exercise is a critical step in maintaining healthy physiology and ensuring healthy aging. However, there are many diseases and conditions that make exercise inaccessible or reduce its efficacy. The Wessells lab studies exercise and the pathways it works through to identify key molecules required for a proper exercise response.
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How climate change is a danger to our health

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the global health community demand that climate change's impact on health take centre stage at COP28.
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Why the UK’s health and social care sectors must accelerate their lagging digital transformation

Max Parmentier, CEO and Co-Founder of Birdie, discusses the digital transformation within the UK's healthcare system and how new solutions can support patient care.
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WHO outline’s responsible regulations needed for Artificial Intelligence in healthcare

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a new document outlining essential regulatory considerations for applying artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
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The heightened health risks climate change has on children and pregnant women

On Tuesday, UN agencies issued a pressing appeal for immediate action, emphasising the significant health threats confronting women, infants, and children as the climate crisis continues to escalate.
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A comprehensive approach to health promotion with the Quaich Inc.

The Quaich Inc. is a well-respected, internationally recognized health promotion consulting company located in Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Viewing climate change and its impact through a One Health lens

Ellie Parravani, External Affairs Advisor at international animal charity Brooke, explains why a ‘One Health’ approach to climate change is vital to protect people, animals, and the planet.
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Sepsis survivors: Improving long-term health outcomes post sepsis

Michael Wong and Amy Campbell from the Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety reflect on the fourth World Sepsis Congress discussion, which focused on ways to improve long-term health outcomes post sepsis.
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Empowering healthcare transformation: How data literacy unlocks the untapped potential of data

Mat Oram, CEO and Co-Founder of AdviseInc, discusses the importance of data literacy and the steps organisations can take to truly understand how data can support their goals.

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