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1 day ago
Mental health

How to Define Old Age

Dr. Rabheru opposes the WHO's classification of old age as a disease, viewing it as a harmful form of ageism.
#public-health
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Measles highest in 25 years in Europe, WHO says

Measles cases in Europe doubled last year, reaching a 25-year high and highlighting a decline in vaccination rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Mystery Illness Kills Dozens in the Congo

A mysterious illness is causing rapid fatalities in northwestern Congo, with over 50 deaths and significant concern regarding its origins and transmission.
Coronavirus
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

'Unknown disease' that can kill within days leaves 53 dead in Congo

An outbreak in the DRC has killed 53 people, raising public health concerns due to its rapid spread and unclear origin.
Medicine
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a yearlong delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO shipment of leprosy drugs to Nigeria has finally arrived after delays caused by testing and systemic issues.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Global health funding faces worst crisis in memory', WHO chief says

Global health financing is at serious risk as donor support declines, and the WHO faces severe budget cuts affecting healthcare worldwide.
Medicine
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a year-long delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO ships leprosy drugs to Nigeria after delays due to testing issues and systemic vulnerabilities, addressing the country's leprosy crisis.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Measles highest in 25 years in Europe, WHO says

Measles cases in Europe doubled last year, reaching a 25-year high and highlighting a decline in vaccination rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Mystery Illness Kills Dozens in the Congo

A mysterious illness is causing rapid fatalities in northwestern Congo, with over 50 deaths and significant concern regarding its origins and transmission.
Coronavirus
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

'Unknown disease' that can kill within days leaves 53 dead in Congo

An outbreak in the DRC has killed 53 people, raising public health concerns due to its rapid spread and unclear origin.
Medicine
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a yearlong delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO shipment of leprosy drugs to Nigeria has finally arrived after delays caused by testing and systemic issues.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Global health funding faces worst crisis in memory', WHO chief says

Global health financing is at serious risk as donor support declines, and the WHO faces severe budget cuts affecting healthcare worldwide.
Medicine
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a year-long delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO ships leprosy drugs to Nigeria after delays due to testing issues and systemic vulnerabilities, addressing the country's leprosy crisis.
more#public-health
#covid-19
Coronavirus
fromwww.bostonherald.com
2 weeks ago

WHO member countries agree on a draft pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes

The World Health Organization has introduced a draft pandemic treaty to enhance global preparedness for future health crises.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
World news

WHO still waiting on COVID origins data from China DW 12/31/2024

The WHO urges China to provide data to understand the origins of COVID-19, highlighting the need for transparency to prevent future pandemics.
Coronavirus
fromwww.bostonherald.com
2 weeks ago

WHO member countries agree on a draft pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes

The World Health Organization has introduced a draft pandemic treaty to enhance global preparedness for future health crises.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
World news

WHO still waiting on COVID origins data from China DW 12/31/2024

The WHO urges China to provide data to understand the origins of COVID-19, highlighting the need for transparency to prevent future pandemics.
more#covid-19
#global-health
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

As the U.S. steps back from global health, what role will China play?

Trump's focus on China influences his global health policies, including withdrawing from the WHO and freezing foreign aid.
World politics
fromNature
2 months ago

What's next for the World Health Organization? US exit could reshape agency

US withdrawal from WHO creates budget uncertainty and challenges for the agency's future operations.
Experts believe WHO may survive with support from other nations despite US withdrawal.
Coronavirus
fromNature
2 weeks ago

First global pandemic treaty agreed - without the US

Nations have reached a historic accord to strengthen global preparedness and response to pandemics, marking a significant advancement in global health cooperation.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
World politics

Countries reach landmark deal on tackling future pandemics, WHO says

A landmark agreement on pandemic response was reached by WHO members, emphasizing the importance of multilateralism in global health.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO

The US aid freeze severely disrupts global health services, notably for HIV treatments and immunization programs.
fromPrx
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The World

Kremlin may anticipate improved relations with a second Trump administration.
Israel's air strikes raise serious ethical and legal concerns.
WHO reported record tuberculosis cases, highlighting significant global health issues.
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

As the U.S. steps back from global health, what role will China play?

Trump's focus on China influences his global health policies, including withdrawing from the WHO and freezing foreign aid.
World politics
fromNature
2 months ago

What's next for the World Health Organization? US exit could reshape agency

US withdrawal from WHO creates budget uncertainty and challenges for the agency's future operations.
Experts believe WHO may survive with support from other nations despite US withdrawal.
Coronavirus
fromNature
2 weeks ago

First global pandemic treaty agreed - without the US

Nations have reached a historic accord to strengthen global preparedness and response to pandemics, marking a significant advancement in global health cooperation.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Countries reach landmark deal on tackling future pandemics, WHO says

A landmark agreement on pandemic response was reached by WHO members, emphasizing the importance of multilateralism in global health.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Fifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO

The US aid freeze severely disrupts global health services, notably for HIV treatments and immunization programs.
fromPrx
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The World

Kremlin may anticipate improved relations with a second Trump administration.
Israel's air strikes raise serious ethical and legal concerns.
WHO reported record tuberculosis cases, highlighting significant global health issues.
more#global-health
#public-policy
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago
UK news

One pregnant woman dies every two minutes, shocking new figures reveal

Cuts to international aid threaten progress in reducing maternal deaths, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Health

WHO calls for cigarette-style cancer warnings on alcohol packaging

Alcohol should have cancer warning labels, similar to cigarette packaging, to raise awareness about its proven cancer risks.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago
UK news

One pregnant woman dies every two minutes, shocking new figures reveal

Cuts to international aid threaten progress in reducing maternal deaths, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Health

WHO calls for cigarette-style cancer warnings on alcohol packaging

Alcohol should have cancer warning labels, similar to cigarette packaging, to raise awareness about its proven cancer risks.
more#public-policy
#health-crisis
Coronavirus
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Another mystery disease outbreak in DR Congo: What we know DW 02/28/2025

A new disease outbreak in DR Congo has resulted in at least 60 deaths, with over 1,000 reported cases in Equateur province.
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What We Know So Far About the Mystery Illnesses Killing Dozens in Congo

Unidentified illnesses in Congo have caused over 50 deaths, with origins still under investigation.
Coronavirus
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Another mystery disease outbreak in DR Congo: What we know DW 02/28/2025

A new disease outbreak in DR Congo has resulted in at least 60 deaths, with over 1,000 reported cases in Equateur province.
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What We Know So Far About the Mystery Illnesses Killing Dozens in Congo

Unidentified illnesses in Congo have caused over 50 deaths, with origins still under investigation.
more#health-crisis
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake: desperate search for survivors continues as WHO issues appeal for humanitarian aid live

WHO appeals for $8 million for emergency aid in Myanmar following deadly earthquakes.
Rescue efforts continue in Thailand after the earthquake led to building collapses and casualties.
#health
Coronavirus
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Unknown Deadly Illness Strikes Eastern Congo

A deadly unidentified illness linked to bat consumption has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing over 50 people and infecting hundreds.
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Mystery illness in Congo kills more than 50 people, including children who ate a bat

A mysterious illness in the DRC has led to over 50 deaths within 48 hours of symptoms, raising significant public health concerns.
Coronavirus
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Unknown Deadly Illness Strikes Eastern Congo

A deadly unidentified illness linked to bat consumption has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing over 50 people and infecting hundreds.
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Mystery illness in Congo kills more than 50 people, including children who ate a bat

A mysterious illness in the DRC has led to over 50 deaths within 48 hours of symptoms, raising significant public health concerns.
more#health
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Public health

Argentina Says It Will Withdraw From the World Health Organization

Argentina withdraws from WHO, citing sovereignty and disagreement over health management.
The move reflects growing tensions regarding health governance and national authority.
Medicine
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Trucks gather at the newly opened Rafah crossing to take aid into Gaza

The Rafah crossing reopened, allowing urgent medical evacuations for patients from Gaza to Egypt amid ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in Tanzania

A Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania is serious, with a high risk of spreading to neighboring countries.
It has a high death rate of 89%, highlighting its severity.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Sierra Leone declares public health emergency over mpox DW 01/14/2025

Sierra Leone declared a state of emergency due to rising mpox cases, which pose significant health risks and arise from a more infectious strain.
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
Coronavirus

WHO approves first mpox test for quick diagnosis

WHO approves first rapid mpox diagnostic test to combat rising global cases.
New PCR test enables immediate detection, critical for tackling mpox outbreaks.
Urgent need for testing and vaccination amidst increasing mpox cases in Africa.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
7 months ago

FIFA, WHO launch new concussion initiative

FIFA and WHO have launched a global initiative to raise awareness about concussion risks in football, emphasizing player safety.
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