Our Scans · (LF.3) Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

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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] In May 2025, the World Health Organization formally added chronic kidney disease to its agenda to reduce early deaths from noncontagious illnesses by one-third before 2030. News-Medical
• [New] Gene drive technology is rapidly advancing, offering powerful new tools with the potential to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges in public health and environmental conservation. Crop Biotech Update
• [New] Rutgers researchers have discovered that a popular diabetes drug may reduce the health benefits people expect from it. SciTechDaily
• [New] Africa's future in genomics will not be left to chance - it will be forged by courageous young scientists who dare to shape policies for justice and equitable health. Oncodaily - Oncology News, Insights, Stories
• [New] Ebola and Lassa fever, often find easier spread pathways thanks to weak health systems and a high prevalence of undernutrition in Nigeria, threatening regional preparedness. OBSERVER - the latest information about Indonesian new
• [New] Whether Indonesia succeeds or fails in overcoming malnutrition will directly affect the entire Southeast Asian region, from health outcomes and economic competitiveness to regional credibility and solidarity. OBSERVER - the latest information about Indonesian new
• [New] American seniors are bracing for higher healthcare costs in 2026. Grand Pinnacle Tribune
• [New] Healthcare costs are slated to soar in 2026. BioPharma Dive
• [New] The WHO will rebuild or renovate 20 destroyed health facilities across Gaza. Just Security
• [New] Health care premiums are about to skyrocket and November SNAP benefits for over three million New Yorkers are at risk because of the Republican shutdown. Governor Kathy Hochul
• [New] With the improving healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, India is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period. Precedence Research
• [New] While EPA is already recognized for lowering cardiovascular risk in people with high cholesterol or heart disease, its effects in otherwise healthy individuals have not been well understood. ScienceDaily
• [New] The BBC deprivation could profoundly impact many aspects of people's lives, particularly by worsening their health, wellbeing and life expectancy. BBC News
• [New] Antimicrobial resistance is considered one of the most serious threats to global health. ScienceDaily

Last updated: 10 November 2025