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First U.S. bird flu infection without exposure to animals detected in Missouri patient

A Missouri resident is the first in the U.S. to test positive for bird flu without known animal exposure.

Mass polio vaccinations in Gaza amid limited pause in fighting, U.N. says

A mass vaccination drive for polio is underway in Gaza to address a public health emergency affecting children amid the ongoing conflict.

As mpox strain clade 1b reaches Europe, expert warns of delayed Western response

WHO declared a public health emergency due to the mpox outbreak; a new variant has emerged in the DRC, causing severe cases.

W.H.O. Authorizes Mpox Vaccine, Clearing Way for Use in Africa

The W.H.O. has authorized the first vaccine for mpox, surprising even the vaccine manufacturer.

A summer COVID surge should we worry? DW 08/15/2024

The WHO reports concerning trends of COVID variants and an increase in hospitalizations due to SARS-CoV-2.

How Did Mpox Become a Global Emergency? What's Next?

The W.H.O. declared a global health emergency for mpox due to its rapid spread, particularly in Africa, necessitating global action.

First U.S. bird flu infection without exposure to animals detected in Missouri patient

A Missouri resident is the first in the U.S. to test positive for bird flu without known animal exposure.

Mass polio vaccinations in Gaza amid limited pause in fighting, U.N. says

A mass vaccination drive for polio is underway in Gaza to address a public health emergency affecting children amid the ongoing conflict.

As mpox strain clade 1b reaches Europe, expert warns of delayed Western response

WHO declared a public health emergency due to the mpox outbreak; a new variant has emerged in the DRC, causing severe cases.

W.H.O. Authorizes Mpox Vaccine, Clearing Way for Use in Africa

The W.H.O. has authorized the first vaccine for mpox, surprising even the vaccine manufacturer.

A summer COVID surge should we worry? DW 08/15/2024

The WHO reports concerning trends of COVID variants and an increase in hospitalizations due to SARS-CoV-2.

How Did Mpox Become a Global Emergency? What's Next?

The W.H.O. declared a global health emergency for mpox due to its rapid spread, particularly in Africa, necessitating global action.
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#tuberculosis

TB reclaims title of deadliest infectious disease. That's an 'outrage' says WHO

TB has resurged as a major global health threat, causing 1.25 million deaths in 2023, surpassing COVID-19 mortality rates in the same year.

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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.

TB reclaims title of deadliest infectious disease. That's an 'outrage' says WHO

TB has resurged as a major global health threat, causing 1.25 million deaths in 2023, surpassing COVID-19 mortality rates in the same year.

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.
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#gaza

W.H.O Says It Has Lost Contact With Key Gaza Hospital After Israeli Raid

WHO lost contact with a crucial hospital in Gaza amid escalating Israeli military operations, raising alarms about patient safety and health conditions.

Government approves plan to evacuate and treat 30 sick children from Gaza in Irish hospitals

Ireland is responding to WHO's request to treat child patients from Gaza, coordinating with medical experts and government departments.

WHO delivers 1.2m polio vaccine doses to Gaza as pauses in fighting agreed

WHO is conducting an emergency vaccination campaign in Gaza after a polio case surfaced, prioritizing safety and cooperation amid conflict.

Middle East updates: WHO says Gaza baby contracted polio DW 08/23/2024

A WHO chief reported the first polio case in Gaza in 25 years and called for cease-fire to allow vaccination efforts.

Gaza patients to be evacuated for treatment DW 11/05/2024

More than 100 people will be evacuated from Gaza for medical treatment, but a sustained evacuation process is desperately needed, according to WHO.

W.H.O Says It Has Lost Contact With Key Gaza Hospital After Israeli Raid

WHO lost contact with a crucial hospital in Gaza amid escalating Israeli military operations, raising alarms about patient safety and health conditions.

Government approves plan to evacuate and treat 30 sick children from Gaza in Irish hospitals

Ireland is responding to WHO's request to treat child patients from Gaza, coordinating with medical experts and government departments.

WHO delivers 1.2m polio vaccine doses to Gaza as pauses in fighting agreed

WHO is conducting an emergency vaccination campaign in Gaza after a polio case surfaced, prioritizing safety and cooperation amid conflict.

Middle East updates: WHO says Gaza baby contracted polio DW 08/23/2024

A WHO chief reported the first polio case in Gaza in 25 years and called for cease-fire to allow vaccination efforts.

Gaza patients to be evacuated for treatment DW 11/05/2024

More than 100 people will be evacuated from Gaza for medical treatment, but a sustained evacuation process is desperately needed, according to WHO.
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How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?

Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.

World Health Organization again declares mpox a global health emergency amid rising case threat

A new variant of mpox is a global health emergency due to its increased transmissibility and subtle symptoms, complicating containment efforts.

Another worldwide alert mpox is spreading. Here are three steps we can take to head it off | Gordon Brown

Global response to the mpox virus outbreak is inadequate, with vaccines and treatments hoarded by wealthier nations despite critical needs in affected areas.

World Health Organization calls mpox a global health emergency

Mpox outbreak in Africa is declared a global health emergency by WHO in response to a dangerous mutated strain affecting thousands.

WHO Africa chief on mpox and the continent's health crises

Africa faces a new mpox wave affecting children, highlighting urgent vaccine and resource inequities that necessitate global health support.

Africa to finally receive first batch of vaccines for deadly mpox virus

Africa is receiving its first mpox vaccine doses after significant delay, pointing to issues in global health emergency responses.

How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?

Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.

World Health Organization again declares mpox a global health emergency amid rising case threat

A new variant of mpox is a global health emergency due to its increased transmissibility and subtle symptoms, complicating containment efforts.

Another worldwide alert mpox is spreading. Here are three steps we can take to head it off | Gordon Brown

Global response to the mpox virus outbreak is inadequate, with vaccines and treatments hoarded by wealthier nations despite critical needs in affected areas.

World Health Organization calls mpox a global health emergency

Mpox outbreak in Africa is declared a global health emergency by WHO in response to a dangerous mutated strain affecting thousands.

WHO Africa chief on mpox and the continent's health crises

Africa faces a new mpox wave affecting children, highlighting urgent vaccine and resource inequities that necessitate global health support.

Africa to finally receive first batch of vaccines for deadly mpox virus

Africa is receiving its first mpox vaccine doses after significant delay, pointing to issues in global health emergency responses.
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TikTok Offers Free Access to Mental Health Support for Creators

TikTok is enhancing mental health support for creators with free Headspace access and partnerships to combat misinformation.
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Here's what we know about mpox and what might be done to contain it

Mpox, declared a global health emergency by WHO, poses significant threats as cases surge in Africa and a transmissible variant emerges.

WHO declares second international health emergency over spread of monkeypox

The WHO declared a Public Health Emergency due to a deadly variant of mpox spreading rapidly in Africa.
The new mpox variant presents a unique and multi-faceted public health threat.
The situation is exacerbated by limited healthcare resources in affected African countries.

Mpox declared a global public health emergency by WHO

The recent Mpox outbreak in Africa has been declared a world health emergency due to its potential to spread globally.

Europe warned to prepare for mpox as Pakistan reports first case

Vaccine production must be escalated to combat the rising mpox strain declared a public health emergency by WHO.

Shares in Danish mpox vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic soar 12% as WHO declares a global health emergency

Bavarian Nordic's stock soared after WHO declared mpox a global health emergency amid rising cases in Africa.

What is mpox and why has WHO declared it a global health emergency?

Mpox has been declared a global health emergency as cases and deaths rise significantly in Africa.

Here's what we know about mpox and what might be done to contain it

Mpox, declared a global health emergency by WHO, poses significant threats as cases surge in Africa and a transmissible variant emerges.

WHO declares second international health emergency over spread of monkeypox

The WHO declared a Public Health Emergency due to a deadly variant of mpox spreading rapidly in Africa.
The new mpox variant presents a unique and multi-faceted public health threat.
The situation is exacerbated by limited healthcare resources in affected African countries.

Mpox declared a global public health emergency by WHO

The recent Mpox outbreak in Africa has been declared a world health emergency due to its potential to spread globally.

Europe warned to prepare for mpox as Pakistan reports first case

Vaccine production must be escalated to combat the rising mpox strain declared a public health emergency by WHO.

Shares in Danish mpox vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic soar 12% as WHO declares a global health emergency

Bavarian Nordic's stock soared after WHO declared mpox a global health emergency amid rising cases in Africa.

What is mpox and why has WHO declared it a global health emergency?

Mpox has been declared a global health emergency as cases and deaths rise significantly in Africa.
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Israeli Forces Killed 28 Health Care Workers in Lebanon in 24 Hours, WHO Says

Israeli attacks in Lebanon have severely impacted health care, forcing closures and resulting in numerous casualties among health care workers.

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.

22,500 Palestinians Now Have Life-Changing Injuries Due to Israel's Genocide

The WHO estimates over 3,000 Palestinians have had limbs amputated due to Israeli attacks, highlighting the urgent need for healthcare in Gaza.

The race to understand mpox podcast

The WHO declared the mpox outbreak a public health emergency, indicating the need for urgent global action and research.

Meta-study : No evidence that cellphones cause brain cancer

No evidence found linking cell phone use to brain cancer or adverse health effects after 28 years of research.

Israeli attacks in Gaza kill 35 people as polio vaccinations continue

WHO has exceeded polio vaccination targets amid conflict, immunizing a significant portion of Gaza's children despite ongoing violence.

UN says Israel agrees to pauses in Gaza fighting for polio vaccinations

WHO's commitment enables polio vaccinations for 640,000 children in Gaza amidst worsening conditions due to ongoing conflict.

Now that mpox is a global health emergency, will it trigger another pandemic?

The WHO has declared mpox outbreaks a global emergency, emphasizing the need for urgent action.
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Mpox: WHO declares global health emergency DW 08/14/2024

The World Health Organization has declared mpox a global emergency due to rising cases and deaths, emphasizing the need for a coordinated response.

What is mpox and why has it been declared a global health emergency?

WHO declares mpox outbreak in Africa a public health emergency to spur global action and resources.

Mpox is a Global Public Health Emergency. What Does That Mean?

The mpox outbreak in the DRC has been declared a public health emergency, requiring urgent international efforts to control its spread.

Mpox: WHO declares global health emergency DW 08/14/2024

The World Health Organization has declared mpox a global emergency due to rising cases and deaths, emphasizing the need for a coordinated response.

What is mpox and why has it been declared a global health emergency?

WHO declares mpox outbreak in Africa a public health emergency to spur global action and resources.

Mpox is a Global Public Health Emergency. What Does That Mean?

The mpox outbreak in the DRC has been declared a public health emergency, requiring urgent international efforts to control its spread.
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