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Last update: 5 hours agoHantavirus Response: Europe’s public-health machine is still running after the MV Hondius outbreak, with the latest updates focusing on repatriations and monitoring—WHO-linked guidance includes up to 42 days of home quarantine plus daily symptom checks, while the UK is testing passengers at Arrowe Park and France has expanded hospital isolation for exposed contacts. Health Risk Messaging: Officials keep stressing the wider public risk is very low, but scientists are watching for a “date to watch” (May 19) to see whether cases appear beyond the ship. Nutrition & Cancer: A new meta-analysis links high Mediterranean-diet adherence with a 29% lower risk of gastric cancer. Heart Health Alarm: A major European Heart Journal review warns ultra-processed foods are tied to higher heart disease, stroke and cardiovascular death risk. Everyday Habits: Another study points to 8,500 steps/day as a practical way to help prevent weight regain after dieting. EU Health Capacity: The EU and WHO launch a €4.2m Nigeria programme to strengthen outbreak detection and information sharing.
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