Health

A new study finds that people who listen to their own choice of music during intense exercise can keep going almost 20 percent longer than when working out in silence. The research, involving cyclists, shows this boost comes without any increase in perceived effort or physical strain.

May 09, 2026 Reported by AI

Dr Pule Elias Matjoa, the last surviving member of Nelson Mandela’s 12 Disciples, was laid to rest in Bloemfontein on 9 May after passing away on 1 May at age 88. Tributes highlighted his roles as an uMkhonto we Sizwe combatant and pioneer in Free State dentistry.

The Ministry of Health has issued a public health advisory following a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. The World Health Organisation confirmed eight cases and three deaths among passengers and crew as of May 7. No cases have been reported in Kenya and the risk to the public remains low.

May 08, 2026 Reported by AI

Senators have welcomed the return of P60 billion in excess funds to PhilHealth following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed its transfer to the treasury unconstitutional.

Spain's Health Ministry has identified a possible hantavirus case in a woman living in Alicante. The patient, who traveled on a flight with one of the victims from the MV Hondius cruise outbreak, shows compatible symptoms and has been isolated.

May 08, 2026 Reported by AI

Dalarna's infection control unit has updated its advice following new recommendations from the Public Health Agency of Sweden. Residents in Borlänge, Säter, Avesta, Smedjebacken, Ludvika and Hedemora should now get vaccinated against TBE.