FAO warns about true cost of corporate food systems
A new FAO report warns against the high hidden economic and health costs of the world’s food systems, adding up to around USD 12 trillion in PPP terms, which is about 10% of the global GDP. These costs involve environmental damage, contributing to social inequalities, and harming human health
As attacks on hospitals in Gaza intensify, health workers remain steadfast
Three major hospitals in northern Gaza face attacks by the Israeli occupying forces as generators stop functioning
The Indonesian Hospital in Gaza bears proof of the friendship between Indonesian and Palestinian people
Amid Israeli attacks and fuel shortages, the Indonesian Hospital in northern Gaza stands as an example of international solidarity
The Junk Push: ultra-processed food industry gains ground in India
A recent report details how aggressive marketing strategies are influencing Indians to consume more ultra-processed food (UPF), colloquially known as junk food, and therefore undermining the health of thousands
Social Security Funding Bill to deal new blow to healthcare in France
Health groups in France continue to mobilize for alternatives to Macron’s plans to further slash health and social security budget
Health system in Gaza collapsing as fuel and medicine run out
The number of hospitals in Gaza shutting down operations is increasing, as Israeli attacks and limits on aid stop fuel, medicines, and supplies from reaching health workers
Public healthcare becomes key rallying point in Italy
More and more people in Italy mobilize to protect the public health system against privatization and budget cuts promoted by far-right Giorgia Meloni’s government
Unions demand urgent action on health workers shortage and quality of care
Global trade union organization Public Services International concluded a survey which suggests most health workers are contemplating leaving their profession as global health workforce crisis intensifies