Public Health

Berlin – November 09, 2026 -- Patients in Germany could soon find it easier to prove they were harmed by a medical error: 65 percent of people surveyed by forsa for the AOK Federal Association say the hurdles for proving causation are too high, and only 14 percent consider them appropriate.

The Bundestag's health committee is due to discuss a Green Party draft to develop the Patient Rights Act on Wednesday, 11 November. The AOK Federal Association largely backs the draft and has published its own position paper that goes further.

Orange County – November 07, 2026 -- Radiant Health Centers, an LGBTQ+ medical clinic in Irvine and Santa Ana, offers confidential STD testing and treatment, and the clinic says catching an infection early can head off lasting health problems.

STDs can affect people of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations. They do not always cause obvious symptoms, so an infection can go unnoticed without testing.

Untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can result in chronic pelvic pain and raise the risk of ectopic pregnancy and infertility. Delayed syphilis treatment can damage vital organs, including the brain and heart.

Albuquerque – November 06, 2026 -- Adults and children in New Mexico can get free dental care on Friday, November 6, and Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the New Mexico Mission of Mercy clinic at Tingley Coliseum, EXPO New Mexico, 300 San Pedro Dr. NE.

Doors open at 5:15 a.m. and no appointments are taken

Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis until daily capacity is reached. Doors open at 5:15 a.m. on both days. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Cleanings, fillings and extractions are on offer

Services may include cleanings, fillings and extractions. Limited additional services may be available depending on how many volunteers show up. Before treatment, every patient receives oral health education and a medical screening.

Hollywood – November 06, 2026 -- Memorial Healthcare System's mobile health units have served more than 2,000 patients through more than 2,800 visits in the first nine months of 2026, bringing checkups, refills and school physicals to South Broward neighborhoods where access to care can be limited.

2025 results: 3,500 visits and a 62% drop in admissions

The program delivered more than 3,500 patient visits in 2025. Participating patients saw a 62% reduction in hospital admissions, and Memorial estimates $4.3 million in health system cost savings.

The adult unit made 1,623 visits over 224 service days. The pediatric unit made 1,961 visits over 248 service days. Together, the units served seven municipalities, three schools and 20 community sites, and took part in 15 community events.

Boulder – November 05, 2026 -- Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, is FCS Awareness Day, and The Foundation for Triglyceride Disorders is asking the public to learn about Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) and to share patient stories using #FCSAwarenessDay.

FCS leaves the body unable to break down triglycerides

FCS is a rare, inherited disorder. It causes extremely high blood fat levels and a constant risk of severe pancreatitis. The observance falls on the first Friday of November each year. The Foundation, formerly the FCS Foundation, now also serves people with multifactorial chylomicronemia syndrome (MCS), severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG) and triglyceride-induced pancreatitis.

For years, no FCS treatment existed. Several therapies are now approved, though the Foundation says access and awareness still lag behind the need.

CHICAGO – November 05, 2026 -- People who have lost someone to suicide can attend free in-person and virtual gatherings across Illinois between Nov. 14 and Nov. 22, culminating in International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day on Saturday, Nov. 21.

Illinois chapter hosts events for all kinds of loss

The Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is organizing the events. They are open to anyone who has lost a family member, friend, co-worker, or peer to suicide. Each one includes time for reflection, support, and connection, and the in-person events include a shared meal.

AFSP Illinois Executive Director Angela Cummings said "healing becomes possible when we come together with others who understand."

Berlin – November 05, 2026 -- Visitors can see a free art exhibition on antibiotic resistance from November 7 to 14, 2026, on the ground floor of the ALEXA shopping center at Alexanderplatz.

"Sketching Antimicrobial Resistance – Thirty Stories, One Health" is a European touring exhibition, and Berlin is its first stop in Germany. ALEXA is hosting it together with the Federal Ministry of Health. It can be visited during the center's regular hours, Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thirty illustrations turn a complex topic into images

The show consists of 30 illustrations by artists from all EU and EEA member states. They cover the proper use of antibiotics, hygiene and infection prevention, the protection of pets and farm animals, and the effects on the environment. The visual language is meant to be understandable regardless of age or prior knowledge.

Wiesbaden – November 04, 2026 -- Women with Crohn's disease waited a median of 12.6 months for a diagnosis, compared with 4.5 months for men, according to a multicenter study. The figures come as Germany marks Gastrointestinal Health Day on November 7.

Around 650,000 people in Germany live with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, two of the most common chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea and exhaustion have many possible causes, so the path to a diagnosis can be long.

Ulcerative colitis shows the same gap

For ulcerative colitis, the median time to diagnosis was 2.7 months for men and 6.1 months for women.

NEW YORK – November 04, 2026 -- People with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers can now find an online hub, a practical guide and an interactive webinar explaining deep brain stimulation (DBS) at michaeljfox.org/dbs. The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) and Medtronic plc built the materials together.

The hub covers how DBS works, its risks and life after surgery

The resources, collected in "The Live On with DBS Education Hub," explain how DBS works and its potential benefits and risks. They also cover preparing for surgery, adjusting to life with a DBS device, and the latest research advances. More programming is planned.

Medtronic is the premier partner of the initiative. MJFF says industry support lets it keep editorial oversight of the content while directing donor-raised dollars toward research.

CHICAGO – November 04, 2026 -- Prevent Blindness has declared Nov. 9-15, 2026, its Seventh Annual Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) Week, with free educational resources in English and Spanish for people living with the condition.

What thyroid eye disease does to vision and appearance

TED, also called Graves' ophthalmology or Graves' eye disease, is often caused by certain types of thyroid disease. According to the Cleveland Clinic, it can inflame and swell the tissues around the eyes and cause pain. Most cases are mild. Severe cases can keep the eyes from moving and closing properly, make the eyes bulge and cause double vision. These changes can alter physical appearance and reduce quality of life.

Yale Medicine reports that TED affects 25-50 percent of people with Graves' disease.