Prevent programme

US officials say that if Iran acquired nuclear weapons, no country could prevent it from controlling the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint through which a large share of the world's oil passes. The warning underscores Washington's argument for preventing Iran from developing nuclear arms amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear programme.

US national security adviser Mike Waltz says President Trump will keep 'all options on the table' to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The statement underscores the administration's hard line on Tehran's nuclear programme, leaving open the possibility of both diplomatic and military measures as tensions over Iran's nuclear ambitions continue.

The European Commission has put forward a plan encouraging member states to offer citizens regular cardiovascular screenings starting at age 35, in response to heart disease remaining a leading cause of death in Europe. The proposal, discussed on French radio RMC's health programme, has sparked debate in France about prevention policies, access to free consultations, and how such exams would be organised in practice.

Public health experts are highlighting how population-level strategies can reduce suicide rates. The approach focuses on prevention beyond individual treatment, including crisis support, means restriction, and community programmes. The topic comes as suicide remains a leading cause of death worldwide, prompting renewed discussion about systemic prevention measures.

Iran has declared it will hold no negotiations with the United States over its nuclear programme, a statement that lands as tensions between Tehran and Washington continue to fuel concerns of a wider conflict. The announcement comes with Donald Trump back at the centre of US policy toward Iran, and observers are watching whether diplomacy can still prevent escalation between the two countries.

Commentary in The Hill argues that Medicare should do more than pay for treatment after illness, urging the programme to support doctors in preventing disease in the first place. The piece suggests shifting resources toward preventive medicine, including nutrition and lifestyle interventions, to improve patient outcomes and reduce long-term costs for the federal health programme.

A state government says it aims to reduce suicides through new and expanded partnerships, according to a local report. The announcement signals a push to work with outside organisations on suicide prevention, though details on which partners are involved, what programmes will be funded and when measures will take effect have not been made clear in available reporting.

Alameda County held an event centred on the idea of 'food as medicine', highlighting how nutrition and access to healthy food can play a role in preventing and managing illness. Such events typically bring together public health officials, community organisations and residents to discuss food-based approaches to wellness, though further details of the programme have not been reported.

Donald Trump said Iran will 'give up soon' as the United States intensifies pressure to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The comments point to ongoing US efforts, including sanctions and diplomatic pressure, aimed at forcing Iran to abandon its nuclear programme. The remark adds to tension over the future of Iran's nuclear activities and Western attempts to curb them.