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Ofelia Fernández revealed that some national deputies have organized a workshop teaching fatphobic insults directed at her, highlighting pressures women face regarding their body image.

The EU has announced new funding mechanisms to support women's access to safe abortions in member states with restrictive laws.

The municipal health system of Florianópolis has begun offering the Implanon subdermal contraceptive implant for free to enhance women's access to safe and effective birth control methods.

Nahuel Gallo, an Argentine gendarme imprisoned in Venezuela, is confirmed to be on hunger strike, raising alarms about his health.

A report highlights that many women in Czechia are unaware of their rights to midwifery services during childbirth.

An administrative lawsuit has been filed to recognize congenital disorders in children of male workers exposed to harmful substances in industrial workplaces as industrial accidents.

The Kwara State Government of Nigeria is reaffirming its commitment to eradicate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) through a comprehensive action plan for 2026-2030, emphasizing collaboration among various sectors.

The Polish Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Policy addressed concerns regarding mandatory standing work conditions following a parliamentary inquiry.

Italy's data protection authority has blocked Amazon from processing the personal data of over 1,800 workers due to illicit information collection about their health and personal lives.

Fifteen states are taking action against the US government's child vaccination policy.

The Permanent Committee for the Defense of Human Rights confirmed alarming health and overcrowding issues in the Litoral Penitentiary following a recent inspection.

There is rising concern about the health of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, who has been imprisoned for over a year, as threats against his life continue to emerge.

Italy's Privacy Authority has urgently intervened to stop Amazon from storing sensitive health and personal data about its employees.

A commission visited the Litoral Penitentiary to assess health and food protocols, while relatives of inmates protested outside for their rights.

A pregnant woman, Lela, is seeking an abortion due to severe health complications in a Polish hospital where her request has been delayed despite critical conditions.

A recent incident at Bucheon Irum Hospital, where a patient fell to her death, has raised further concerns after the facility was previously criticized for human rights violations involving the restraints of patients.

The article discusses pharmacies' rights to refuse duty under certain justified circumstances.

North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un has escalated the selection of young women for his 'Pleasure Brigade', which reportedly draws from school girls based on strict criteria of innocence and health.

The article discusses circumstances under which workers in Brazil can take time off work without having their salaries deducted, including legal provisions and personal situations.

The Human Rights Commission in Limpopo is set to investigate a complaint from Seshego residents regarding the Polokwane Municipality's failure to provide clean drinking water, which has resulted in health issues.

Research shows that nail fungus affects those afflicted both physically and mentally, leading many to desperately seek solutions that often don't work.

Natasha Silva, a trans woman, was awarded R$ 45,000 by the Labor Court after alleging discrimination in her workplace at the Rio Branco Health Department.

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has released a comprehensive list of support available for workers suffering from endometriosis, a condition affecting approximately 1.5 million women.

A woman attempted to prevent the use of her personal data in a health research project but was denied by the Helsinki Administrative Court.

Pepe Álvarez, the general secretary of UGT, criticized the CEOE's indifference toward worker health and safety during a speech in Mieres, emphasizing the urgent need for a new labor risk prevention law.

A brother and sister, Patrick and Susan, who engaged in an incestuous relationship that resulted in four children, reflect on their situation and challenge the legality of their relationship.

Dr. David Kessler and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unite against ultra-processed foods, criticizing their regulation and health impacts.

FAAN employees express dissatisfaction over the management's decision to mandate enrollment in the National Health Insurance Scheme.

The ongoing Supreme Court case in Gambia regarding the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) raises deep tensions between cultural traditions and women's rights.

A public consultation initiated by the Association of Women Workers of Baixo Amazonas (AOMTBAM) aims to map the social, mental health, and rights demands of women and youth in the region.

The article discusses a high-profile abortion case involving a woman who sought to terminate her late-term pregnancy due to health concerns, leading to legal implications involving judicial authority and prosecutorial decisions in Poland.

The number of abortions in the United Kingdom has significantly increased, reaching a historic high of nearly 300,000, as recent data reveals that one in three pregnancies ends in abortion.

In a desperate act, a pregnant woman in Uttar Pradesh cut open her abdomen with a blade during labor pains, leading to the birth of her child.

The National Human Rights Commission of South Korea is set to impose heavy fines on officials from Bangude Hospital for obstructing an investigation, with significant implications for hospital accountability.

The article discusses the role of trans individuals and their allies in addressing issues related to gender identity and male violence, set against the backdrop of Tumbler Ridge.

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has called for the protection of physical freedom in mental healthcare after discovering that patients were tied to beds for extended periods at Bucheon Medical Center.

California has implemented ten new laws in 2026 aimed at enhancing rights in various sectors like health, housing, and technology under Governor Gavin Newsom's administration.

Senator Olga Patricia Sosa Ruiz has introduced a reform proposal aimed at ensuring that girls and women in Mexico's educational system have access to dignified menstrual care and education.

Greek opposition party PASOK is questioning the Health Minister regarding reports that 46 public hospitals are denying or creating barriers for women seeking abortions.

Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader, passed away on February 17, 2026, due to complications from progressive supranuclear palsy, which he was diagnosed with shortly before his death.

Retired cricket legends from various countries urge Pakistan to ensure humane treatment for imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, citing health concerns.

Civil rights activist Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84 after battling health issues for several years.

The appointment of Nadia López García as head of the General Directorate of Educational Materials aims to increase the representation of women in history and to enhance educational resources for visually impaired students and indigenous communities.

The Swedish Ombudsman has issued criticism of conditions at the Åstorp detention center, highlighting issues such as inadequate space and mistreatment of detainees.

A sugar mill employee in Bulandshahr, India, took his own life due to financial pressures and lack of essentials for his family, as detailed in a poignant suicide note.

Advocates for transgender rights argue that a hospital report criticizing a Cairns gender clinic does not justify the continuation of service restrictions for trans children.

The article reports on the alarming number of arrests in the West Bank amidst ongoing violence, highlighting the plight of Palestinian prisoners like Hamza Taisir Ali, who faces severe health issues while in administrative detention.

Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate of 2023, has been unexpectedly transferred to prison in northern Iran, raising concerns for her health.

The article discusses the challenges faced by mothers with mental disorders in Latvia, highlighting their capacity for love, relationships, and the desire to raise children despite societal misconceptions.

Human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been transferred to a prison in Zanjan, Iran, raising concerns for her health and safety due to her new lengthy sentence.