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A new study indicates that recent generations are facing higher mortality rates and lower life expectancy due to diseases and external causes in the U.S.

Concern is growing over the mouflon population on Säpin Island, with discussions about their winter mortality rates and feeding issues.

Davina McCall was visibly emotional during Comic Relief after sharing a touching story about a mother's loss and the tragic rise in child mortality rates from preventable diseases.

Jair Bolsonaro's recovery remains uncertain as a study indicates high mortality rates for patients with aspirational pneumonia, revealing his vulnerable health condition.

Professor Kogie Naidoo discusses the persistent underfunding and neglect of tuberculosis compared to other diseases, despite its high mortality rates.

Brazilian farms are significantly lowering calf mortality rates through enhanced management practices and investment, reducing deaths from 10% to as low as 1%.

Aftenposten highlights the high satisfaction rates and low mortality rates in Norwegian hospitals, countering calls for reforms amid a perceived resistance to factual information on healthcare improvements.

In 2024, an estimated 4.9 million children, including 2.3 million newborns, died before age five, with the reduction in child mortality rates significantly slowing since 2015.

Brazil has achieved a notable 72% reduction in child mortality rates for children under five since 1990, according to a UN report.

Researchers are examining the health of newborn grey seals in the Baltic Sea following reports of health issues and high mortality rates.

Galician shellfishers are facing unprecedented mortalities due to severe storms linked to climate change, decimating shellfish populations along the coast.

A pharmaceutical expert has raised alarms about the potential dangers of over-the-counter sleeping pills, particularly promethazine and diphenhydramine, citing research linking their use to increased mortality rates.

A recent large study indicates that hormonal replacement therapy during menopause is not linked to increased overall mortality rates.

An NGO in Kaduna has called for increased implementation of the state’s health budget to address the high rates of maternal and child mortality.

Despite progress, maternal mortality rates remain alarmingly high in Africa, emphasizing the urgent need for improved healthcare access and quality.

Cancer death rates in the UK have decreased to their lowest level on record, with significant reductions in fatalities across several cancer types.

A new interactive map reveals the survival rates for stroke patients at different hospitals across Czechia, highlighting significant regional disparities in treatment outcomes.

The number of severe heart muscle disease cases in Sweden has doubled in the last 20 years, with especially high mortality rates among younger individuals according to a new survey.

Tanzania has significantly improved child survival rates and reduced maternal mortality by 80%, achieving notable milestones in health care.

Breast cancer cases are on the rise globally, particularly in low-income countries, despite declining mortality rates in higher-income nations.

A study published in The Lancet Oncology predicts that over 3.5 million new cases of breast cancer will be reported annually by 2050, with a significant portion occurring in Greece.

A study predicts that breast cancer cases will increase to 3.5 million annually by 2050, with rising mortality rates particularly affecting poor countries.

A study suggests that reducing alcohol consumption could significantly lower cancer mortality rates.

Russia has seen an increase in death rates, particularly among younger individuals, attributed largely to losses from the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Despite technological advances in melanoma diagnosis, there is an increasing number of advanced cases with high metastasis risk, raising concerns about mortality rates.

A recent study shows that US counties closer to operational nuclear power plants have higher cancer mortality rates, but experts cast doubt on the findings.

A new Harvard study suggests a potential link between proximity to nuclear power plants and increased cancer mortality rates in the U.S.

Dr. Ramón Bataller highlights the severe health impacts of alcohol consumption on liver diseases, indicating an increase in hospitalizations and mortality rates.

Ukrainian soldiers in Lviv are freezing sperm to preserve the future of their families amidst the ongoing war and high mortality rates.

An alarming increase in mortality rates in the Alps has been reported, indicating a troubling trend.

Demographic expert Mark Gortfelder discusses the decrease in birth rates in Estonia and the implications of a negative natural population growth.

More than 2,500 people died from cold-related issues in the UK during the winter of 2024-2025, with particularly high mortality rates among the elderly and men.

In Spain, the number of births in 2025 has increased for the first time in ten years, albeit by just 1%, while deaths rose by 2.5%, leading to a continued negative growth rate.

Surgeon Audrius Dulskas has highlighted a worrying trend of increasing cancer rates among individuals under 50, particularly colorectal cancer, which is becoming a leading cause of cancer mortality in younger patients.

Construction deaths increased by 22% in 2025, even as overall workplace accident rates improved.

A study conducted on nearly 3,000 residents of Minami Izu, Shizuoka, explored the relationship between self-reported happiness and longevity, finding a correlation with lower mortality rates.

The article discusses the historical context and severe impact of Stalin's deportations on Estonian citizens during World War II, highlighting the high mortality rates and ongoing ramifications in the Baltic region.

A study from the Federal University of São Paulo shows that where patients are treated significantly affects the outcomes for infection treatments in hospitals, revealing regional disparities in mortality rates within the SUS system.

The latest report on Vital Statistics in Argentina reveals a concerning increase in infant mortality, alongside significant declines in birth and fertility rates over the past decade.

In Latvia, despite positive trends in cancer screening coverage and decreased mortality rates, public response to screening programs remains lower than desired, according to data from the Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC).

A study reveals that mortality rates in hospitals near the German-Swiss border are higher due to the exodus of medical staff, particularly nurses, to work in Switzerland.

Research indicates that PFAS chemicals in drinking water may be linked to increased rates of miscarriages and early births, as well as lower birth weights among infants.

Giving birth in the Central African Republic, one of the most dangerous countries in the world for mothers, is extremely difficult due to a lack of healthcare facilities, personnel, ambulances, and electricity, contributing to one of the highest maternal mortality rates globally.

Cuba is experiencing a rise in infant mortality rates, which experts attribute to the negative impacts of the U.S. terror designation on public health resources.

Meningitis symptoms can often be misidentified, leading to delayed treatment and higher mortality rates.