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In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

  • [New] Today's Rooting for #3BillionTrees conference will hear plans to plant an additional three billion trees by 2030, improving the health of European forests and tackling climate change and biodiversity loss. European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
  • [New] A record budget of $574.0 million will be invested into mental health and addiction programs and services, which represents more than 7% of health care spending. Government of Saskatchewan
  • [New] The share of listed companies projected to have an ICR less than 2 is only moderately higher under the Higher-for-Longer scenario than under the February Statement scenario and, under both scenarios, it remains well below its peak during the global financial crisis. Reserve Bank of Australia
  • [New] The global financial crisis and the euro area sovereign debt crisis exposed significant vulnerabilities within the European banking sectors as well as the inadequacy of national supervisory frameworks to manage cross-border banking risks. European Central Bank - Banking Supervision
  • [New] Given the long-term effects of adverse birth outcomes on later cardiovascular disease risk and other conditions, more research is needed to evaluate whether interventions and policies that improve food access during pregnancy would be effective in improving birth outcomes and promoting child health. Medical Xpress
  • [New] The EPA rule applies to cars with the model years 2027 to 2032, and will require manufacturers to significantly reduce emissions of planet-warming greenhouse gases, as well as other air pollution such as nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from new passenger cars, light trucks and utes. ABC News
  • [New] Countries receiving refugees need to be aware of the risks of exploitation and ensure access for refugees to essential services, including education and childcare, as well as opportunities for employment. United Nations : Office on Drugs and Crime
  • [New] The Saudi Royal Family has started a nonprofit group that plans to spend $1 billion a year to do research on the biology of ageing and find ways to extend the number of years people live in good health. Life Extension Magazine
  • [New] Black households in Georgia spend a disproportionate amount of their income on energy bills, forcing them to cut back in ways that could endanger their health, a new report finds. Public Health Watch
  • [New] The US Department of Health and Human Services recently announced that it will introduce a new pricing model in 2025 making Casgevy and Lyfgenia more accessible to the estimated 50% to 60% of people living with SCD enrolled in Medicaid. CNN
  • [New] The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child called on Sudan to immediately end all abuse against children that put their lives at risk and had already gravely violated their health, development and education. UN News
  • [New] The long term health of Scotland's children is at risk due to the NHS waiting times crisis, a new report has revealed, with sick youngsters facing waits more than 100% higher than a decade ago. Scotland Matters
  • [New] India ranks a dismal 127 out of 146 countries, based on indices such as access to education, economic opportunities and health. Reasons to be Cheerful
  • [New] With the World Health Organization estimating that more than 70% of health facilities are not functional, children who are already malnourished are at even greater risk of dying from preventable diseases. ReliefWeb
  • [New] For some, e-waste represents a way to earn cash by rummaging through trash in the developing world to find coveted commodities, despite the health risks. The Washington Post
  • [New] In 2053 health care spending will be 0.4% of GDP smaller than in last year's estimate, Social Security will be 0.4 points smaller, discretionary spending will be 0.5 points smaller, and interest will be 0.5 points smaller. Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
  • [New] Women at PATH seeks to advance gender equality and empowerment of women and create an inclusive environment where women could thrive and contribute meaningfully to building a society where health is available and accessible to all. Ghana News Agency
  • [New] NLM's interest in Clinical Informatics Research contrasts with that of other NIH institutes and centers because it seeks to unleash the broad potential of data and informatics to improve health care in general. NLM Musings from the Mezzanine
  • [New] The world's largest review into ultra-processed food found last month that it is directly linked to 32 harmful effects to health, including a higher risk of heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, adverse mental health and early death. The Guardian
  • [New] Based on what we hear, there's no reason to doubt that the climate rules for cars and light-duty trucks are going to cut well over 90% of the carbon pollution from new cars, SUVs and pickup trucks over the next few decades. The Washington Post
  • [New] The electrification of heavy vehicles is well underway in Europe and will bring with it enormous societal benefits through substantial reductions in air and noise pollution as well as much cheaper, decarbonised freight. The Driven

Last updated: 25 March 2024



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