International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health, 2025, 114614
The article reports widespread exposure to the endocrine-disrupting chemical di-n-hexyl phthalate (DnHxP) in Danish pregnant women, children, and adults, with significantly higher exposures during the summer months, likely due to contamination of the UV-filter diethylamino hydroxybenzyl hexyl benzoate (DHHB) in sunscreen products
International Day of Play 2026
The International Day of Play is observed each year on June 11. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2024, this day recognizes the essential role of play in human development. It aims to raise awareness, promote policy change, and support efforts to make play accessible for all—especially children—regardless of background or circumstance.
The Significance of Play
Case Reports in Women's Health, 2025, e00695
Effective early recognition and standardized triage systems, such as the UK�s Birmingham Symptom-specific Obstetric Triage System, are essential for timely intervention in obstetric emergencies, especially amid rising complexities and health inequalities. Prioritizing inclusive, patient-centered care, robust safety investigations, and multidisciplinary teamwork are crucial for improving maternal and neonatal outcomes and ensuring equitable, high-quality maternity services.
Seminars in Oncology, 2025, 152352
The World Health Organization reports that cervical cancer ranks as the eighth most common cancer worldwide and is the ninth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Cervical cancer is a significant global health challenge, with high incidence and mortality rates, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. While immunotherapy has emerged as a promising strategy, its efficacy is variable among patients. Predictive biomarkers are essential for identifying patients most likely to benefit from immunotherapy.
Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare, 2025, 101122
This study identifies key barriers to quality maternal and newborn healthcare in Zanzibar, including resource shortages, poor working conditions, and cultural factors, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure and culturally sensitive approaches to enhance health outcomes.
Can philanthropy bridge the funding gap required to advance the Sustainable Development Goals? Hear from thought leaders, including 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon and actor, comedian and philanthropist, Sir Lenny Henry, as we explore the role for philanthropy in addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
International Day of Plant Health 2026
The International Day of Plant Health is observed each year on May 12. Established by the United Nations and supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization, the day raises awareness about the role of plant health in protecting food security, environmental balance, and economic stability. This observance encourages action to prevent the spread of plant pests and diseases, which threaten crops, livelihoods, and the planet’s ecosystems.
