Tag: prevention

ON THIS DAY: The link between mosquitoes and malaria is discovered (1897)

On this Day August 20, 2025 at 12:18

Sir Ronald Ross discovers the link between mosquitoes and malaria On 20 August 1897, Dr Ronald Ross, a British doctor working in India, made a...

Lyme disease is becoming more common: How to spot symptoms

Health August 12, 2025 at 09:20

Climate change is contributing to the global rise of Lyme disease. But many physicians are struggling to recognise its symptoms. Science writer Sue Nelson...

ON THIS DAY: Celebrating World Multiple Sclerosis Day

Health May 30, 2025 at 15:00

30 May marks World Multiple Sclerosis Day, a global event dedicated to raising awareness about multiple sclerosis (MS), advocating for better support and access...

Greece to deploy record number of firefighters this year

Greece April 25, 2025 at 11:58

Greece will deploy a record number of firefighters this year in anticipation of "bad scenarios" ahead, its climate crisis minister said on Thursday, after...