Ultra Processed Food, and the system that produces it, has overtaken tobacco in terms of health and economic harms, and is also the leading cause of plastic pollution, loss of biodiversity and deforestation, and the second leading cause of emissions. This week @TheLancet published a landmark three-part series on the science, policy and politics of #UPF. thelancet.com/series-do/ultr…

Just published today! Our review of 15 meta-analyses with over 2 million children and adolescents showed that consuming more unhealthy foods is associated with worse sleep, psychological distress, and ADHD. @calleymeans @CaseyMeansMD @DoctorChrisVT

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Wild Health: People, Nature & One Health 🌍 Join our next @zslscience Wild Talk on 19 May (free tickets 🎟️) Hosted by @DoctorChrisVT, exploring how the health of people, animals & ecosystems are connected. Book: eventbrite.co.uk/e/wild-heal… #ZSLat200

We can't wait to welcome guests to our #ZSLWildTalks tonight to hear from ZSL experts and our superb host @DoctorChrisVT on connectedness between ecosystem, animal and human health 🌍 it's not too late to book a free ticket to attend in person or online! zsl.org/news-and-events/even…

An inspiring evening exploring the connections between the health of people, nature and the planet 🌍💚 From global zoonotic disease prevention to the human-induced impacts of chemical pollution on marine mammals, our latest @ZSLScience Wild Talks event was a powerful reminder that wildlife health isn’t separate from human health. As a leader in wildlife health research, at ZSL, we work to understand the profound implications of the interconnectedness of humans, animals and ecosystems. Our panel of speakers explored how scientific research and real-world action are helping to safeguard the future of our planet by recognising these vital connections, discussing topics from building early warning systems for future pandemics, to engaging and training the next generation of wildlife veterinarians and conservationists. As said by the evening’s host @DoctorChrisVT “I'm very persuaded that the mandate for action comes from people like the people in this room. I can't think of a better place to locate action than ZSL and the amazing work that we've heard about” A huge thank you to Professor Chris van Tulleken for hosting such a thought-provoking discussion, and to speakers Dr Javier Sánchez Romano and Dr Rosie Williams from our Institute of Zoology, and Cat Hickey from our Conservation Education team, for sharing their expertise and insights on the importance of a One Health approach. 📽️ Watch the full event recording on YouTube: lnkd.in/eu54yTwn #OneHealth #WildTalks #CreatingChange #ZSLat200

Proud of our latest policy report. This one on the cereulide toxin formula contamination and recall event and lessons learned for better protecting infant health and food security in the future bmj.com/content/393/bmj-2026… @DoctorChrisVT @bmj_latest @babymilkaction

Sullivan used injunctions and legal threats to prevent this all coming to light. Well worth reading what he and his bent law firm tried to hide:

Hilarious story, and important public health message - if the astrophysicists can accidentally ingest magnets then so can the rest of us! What a generous act for Dr Daniel Reardon to share this misadventure with the world. theguardian.com/australia-ne…

Lots of misinformation circulating now on hantavirus. If you’re interested in outbreak response & the steps in preparing and responding to potential pandemics- I’ve written a scientific take on it. Just skip over the Covid part and head to the last few chapters of the book.

OUT TODAY IN PAPERBACK IMMUNE HEALTH: A Myth-busting Guide. ‘Will change how you think about your body and live your life’ @DoctorChrisVT ‘Brilliant’ @LizEarleMe 'Beautifully written overview' @ProfBrianCox 'Best book on immune health I have ever read' @theAliceRoberts

RT @devisridhar: “With no vaccine for this strain, public health officials are considering using a combination of the existing approved vac…

Thanks so much to the @FinancialTimes for choosing How Not to Die (too Soon) as one of the best health books for 2025 👏ft.com/content/5f6fc2d9-ecb7…

RT @devisridhar: Quick explainer 👇incl. my interview drawing on co-chairing with Peter Piot & @ashishkjha the Independent Panel on the Glob…

New European Society of Cardiology consensus statement alerts clinicians to the cardiovascular risks of UPFs, offering practical guidance for assessing UPF intake, counselling patients, and improving patient communication in routine cardiology care. 👋👋👋academic.oup.com/eurheartj/a…

Ebola Virus Disease outbreak confirmed in Ituri Province, DRC Africa CDC is closely monitoring the situation and convening an urgent high-level coordination meeting today with the DRC, Uganda, South Sudan and global partners to reinforce cross-border surveillance, preparedness and outbreak response efforts. Following consultations with DRC’s Ministry of Health and National Public Health Institute, preliminary laboratory results from L’Institut National de Recherche Biomédical - INRB Kinshasa detected Ebola virus in 13 of 20 samples tested. About 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths have been reported, mainly in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones. Four deaths have been reported among laboratory-confirmed cases. Suspected cases have also been reported in Bunia, pending confirmation. 🔗 Read full statement: ow.ly/g2Z450Z02vj #EbolaOutbreak #HealthSecurity #DRC

Help make history - one painted piece at a time 🎨 You get to be a part of a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title attempt to create the biggest paint-by-numbers ever to celebrate our 200th anniversary - you can’t miss it! 📅 23-31 May 2026 londonzoo.org/may-half-term

‘I’ve heard joining a choir is one of the best things you can do’ - YES! Totally agree with this @DoctorChrisVT - so good for our physical, mental and social health. Would love to chat to you and @xandvt about this sometime! Thanks for your work 🙏🏼 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0ndt7…

Young people are taking the lead on tackling ultra‑processed foods 🍎 Through our NIHR‑funded @LifelabSoton study, teenagers explored health impacts and shared findings with @DoctorChrisVT at our #SotonBRC2026 open day. Read more via BBC News 👉 bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5ye…

Healthy Eating Research released new recommendations to help policymakers address UPFs in the U.S. Developed by a diverse expert panel, they provide practical criteria to identify UPFs for policy purposes and policy options to reduce their consumption. bit.ly/UPFdefinition

FT Exclusive: NHS England has granted external staff from companies including Palantir “unlimited access” to identifiable patient data while working on a part of its flagship data platform. ft.trib.al/JmVlilq