Global Scans · Healthcare · Weekly Summary

• [New] External factors like geopolitical tensions, trade policies (tariffs, sanctions), energy costs, and global economic health (recession fears vs. growth) have profoundly influenced stainless steel prices. MFY STEEL
• [New] The Ministry of Health has once again reminded all citizens to always pay attention to and be vigilant about bird flu, because H5N 1 bird flu continues to threaten the health of Cambodian citizens. FluTrackers News and Information
• [New] Childhood obesity and its adverse health consequences have risen worldwide, with low socioeconomic status increasing the risk in high-income countries like the United States. PubMed
• [New] With rising healthcare costs and the demand for remote patient management solutions, digital therapeutics are expected to become a key component of the United States healthcare system. Claight Corporation (Expert Market Research)
• [New] When cyanobacteria scums are concentrated by wind and currents, densities can greatly exceed Canadian recreational water quality guidelines (> 5.0×10^4 cells / L) and World Health Organization alert levels, indicating potential cyanotoxin risk. Nature
• [New] The African Development Foundation has launched projects focussed on enhancing access to clean water and sanitation facilities, which are critical in reducing health risks associated with poor hygiene and living conditions in informal settlements. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Informal settlements in Ogun and Oyo states, much like others across Africa, are marked by a confluence of environmental, social, and infrastructural deficits that significantly elevate the risk of adverse health outcomes. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] As part of July's Extreme Heat Safety Month, Illinois officials are urging residents to be prepared for prolonged heat waves posing serious health risks. Q985
• [New] Turmeric has long been praised for its anti-inflammatory powers, but a new review of global studies reveals it might also support brain health, improve blood pressure and cholesterol, ease menstrual cramps, and help manage conditions like type 2 diabetes and PCOS. Everyday Cheapskate
• [New] The opportunity to improve U.S. population health outcomes in a post-COVID - 19 world resides in our ability as a nation to shift from a hospital-based health care system to one that is community-centric and values primary care and prevention. LWW
• [New] Over the next 18 to 24 months, Delta Health will receive targeted support to develop new services, address care gaps, and improve operational efficiency. KVNF
• [New] Humanoid AI, generative tech, and automation will reshape business, health care, and cybersecurity in 2025, bringing new opportunities - and risks - as AI's role expands. TechNewsWorld
• [New] The implementation of a comprehensive infrastructure plan, the stimulation of non-oil investments, rolling out a transformative healthcare plan with 12 new hospitals and advancing the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030 are another set of goals that cannot be forgotten. Guyana Chronicle
• [New] Beyond mercury and hydroquinone, Singapore restricts various other ingredients including certain steroids, preservatives, and unapproved whitening agents that pose health risks or lack sufficient safety data for consumer use. Wellaholic
• [New] Health Spending: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services predicts that total national health care expenditures will increase 5.8% a year on average from 2024 to 2033, reaching $8.6 trillion in 2033, driven by a rapidly aging population and growing demand for care. NIHCM
• [New] With an estimated $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts through 2034 and an estimated $665 billion directly impacting hospitals, healthcare organizations should quickly assess their exposure and develop strategic responses. Wipfli
• [New] Although patients with criminal legal system involvement have among the highest rates of suicide, the model that identifies patients at high risk of suicide at the United States Veterans Health Administration does not include predictors specific to criminal legal system involvement. Nature
• [New] The SI accreditation is expected to unlock access to new robotics deployment opportunities across Singapore's public healthcare institutions-regarded by some as among the most advanced hospital networks in Asia. Morningstar, Inc.
• [New] Climate change has a broad range of health impacts and tackling climate change could be the greatest opportunity for improving global health this century. PubMed
• [New] Understanding the health impacts of climate change in Africa in all its complexity is essential for implementing effective strategies and policies to mitigate risks and protect vulnerable populations. PubMed
• Asia Pacific is expected to register the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, fueled by rising healthcare investments, a growing ageing population, and increasing demand for minimally invasive procedures. Yahoo Finance
• By focusing on the social determinants of health and implementing comprehensive strategies, public health officials hope to make a more significant impact on reducing obesity rates in the United States. Nola Defender
• Communities in the Global South, often least responsible for historical emissions, are bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, facing threats to their livelihoods, health, and cultural heritage. DISA

Last updated: 13 July 2025