London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
PulseAugur coverage of London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine — every cluster mentioning London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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Wildfire smoke health risks now a major urban problem
Wildfire smoke poses significant health risks to urban populations, extending far beyond immediate fire zones. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in smoke is linked to increased asthma hospitalizations, while chemical reac…
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Congo's largest Ebola epidemic spreads rapidly, outstripping past outbreaks
The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its largest-ever Ebola epidemic, with over 5,700 confirmed cases and nearly 2,700 deaths. This outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, is spreading faster than previous…
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Ebola outbreak in Congo likely began in January, field study suggests
An Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, initially declared in May, is now believed to have begun in January, according to a field study. This study, conducted by anthropologists and researchers, identified over 500 suspecte…
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Australia's social media age verification laws prove ineffective, study finds
A recent study published in The BMJ indicates that Australia's age verification laws for social media have been largely ineffective. Researchers from the University of Newcastle found that over 85% of teens under 16 con…
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Adam Kucharski's "Proof" examines AI challenges and pandemic response
Adam Kucharski's book "Proof" explores the concept of proof and its application across various fields, including pandemics and artificial intelligence. The book examines how to convince others of truth and highlights th…