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2 days ago
Public health

David Nabarro obituary: global-health leader who fought malnutrition, malaria, Ebola and COVID-19

fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Public health

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.
Coronavirus
fromNature
4 months 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.
fromNature
2 days ago
Public health

David Nabarro obituary: global-health leader who fought malnutrition, malaria, Ebola and COVID-19

World politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

For the first time, the U.S. is absent from WHO's annual assembly. What's the impact?

The U.S. absence at the WHO meeting signifies a significant shift in global health leadership.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months 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.
Coronavirus
fromNature
4 months 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.
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fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Report: WHO Emergency Declaration Hasn't Stopped Mpox

The extremely limited availability of mpox vaccines in DRC has already drastically reduced the reach of the national strategic plan for vaccination against mpox. This means that without improved access to vaccines, thousands of people may be left unprotected.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

What is chikungunya? Symptoms and travel advice as China reports 8,000 cases

Chikungunya virus cases in China prompt health warnings and concerns from the WHO.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

WHO says US ending mRNA vaccine contracts a significant blow'

US administration halts mRNA vaccine development, raising concerns about pandemic preparedness, according to WHO officials.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Remembering David Nabarro: 'a great champion of global health and health equity'

"David was a great champion of global health and health equity, and a wise, generous mentor to countless individuals," WHO director-general Tedros Ghebreyesus wrote.
Public health
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fromFast Company
1 month ago

Taxpayer-funded vaccines meant to aid Africa are at risk of expiring

Hundreds of thousands of mpox vaccine doses from the U.S. are at risk of expiration, prompting concern from congressional Democrats.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Middle East: Israeli army storms WHO warehouses in Gaza DW 07/22/2025

Israeli forces stormed WHO facilities in Gaza, forcing evacuations and detaining staff amidst conflict.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

WHO says Israeli forces attacked residence and detained staff; IDF shelling kills 12 in tent encampment - Israel-Gaza war live

Israeli military actions in Deir al-Balah severely compromised WHO operations and endangered civilian lives.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US withdraws from WHO pandemic response reforms

The United States has formally rejected the 2024 amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) aimed at enhancing global pandemic responses, citing concerns over sovereignty.
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fromInsideHook
1 month ago

WHO Reveals Progress in Increasing Tobacco Warnings

Governments worldwide are making significant progress in reducing tobacco use through interventions outlined by the WHO's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control.
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fromWIRED
2 months ago

WHO Monitors New Covid Variant Spreading in America and Europe

The new Covid variant 'Nimbus' is under WHO surveillance but has a low public health risk assessment.
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fromwww.bostonherald.com
4 months 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.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Successes and setbacks in the campaign to vaccinate the world's kids

Childhood vaccinations have saved millions of lives, but recent trends show declining vaccination rates in many regions.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Nuclear watchdog warns Israeli bombing of Natanz nuclear facility has caused 'radiation contamination' in Iran - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

WHO emphasizes the risk of bombing nuclear facilities in Iran poses serious health threats.
Escalating violence between Israel and Iran highlights concerns over civilian casualties and environmental impacts.
Public health
fromWho
2 months ago

WHO launches new Collaborating Centre on Alcohol Policy and Public Health Research

WHO designates ISMH as Collaborating Centre for alcohol policy and public health research.
Focus on addressing alcohol-related harms in low- and middle-income countries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Argentina ratifies decision to withdraw from WHO as RFK Jr visits Buenos Aires

The WHO's prescriptions do not work because they are not based on science but on political interests and bureaucratic structures that refuse to review their own mistakes.
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fromNature
2 months ago

Global measles eradication goal is urgently needed

The WHO's conclusion on measles eradication faces challenges due to inadequate global commitment.
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Public health
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why the U.S. won't sign the WHO's new pandemic response treaty

The first global pandemic agreement was adopted to improve health preparations worldwide, though the U.S. did not participate.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

World agrees pandemic accord for tackling outbreaks of disease

Global leaders reached a significant pandemic agreement to enhance future health outbreak responses.
The agreement emphasizes the importance of global cooperation and resilience against pandemics.
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

WHO countries agree on technology transfers in next pandemic DW 04/16/2025

WHO member states finalized a historic pandemic agreement to enhance global preparedness and cooperation in response to future health crises.
Public health
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why the U.S. won't sign the WHO's new pandemic response treaty

The first global pandemic agreement was adopted to improve health preparations worldwide, though the U.S. did not participate.
Public health
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Pandemic Agreement is a Landmark for Public Health

WHO's new Pandemic Agreement enhances global health preparedness for future pandemics through international collaboration and commitments.
World politics
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

WHO signs international pandemic response treaty without the United States

The World Health Organization adopted a historic pandemic agreement despite the absence of the United States, emphasizing global cooperation for future health emergencies.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The world now has its first ever pandemic treaty. Will it make a difference?

The WHO has adopted its first pandemic agreement to enhance global preparedness and response to future pandemics.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

World agrees pandemic accord for tackling outbreaks of disease

Global leaders reached a significant pandemic agreement to enhance future health outbreak responses.
The agreement emphasizes the importance of global cooperation and resilience against pandemics.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

A top global health expert's message to graduates: Kick the tires

I think I'm only now realizing how difficult it was five years on, and the responsibility and the pressure.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Pandemic preparedness: First Pandemic Treaty adopted DW 05/20/2025

The WHO adopted a historic treaty for pandemic preparedness, focusing on prevention, resource sharing, and equitable health product distribution.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

With US out, WHO director says it's running on budget of a local hospital

WHO anticipates over $2.6 billion in funding for 2026-2027, amid concerns of a $1.7 billion budget gap.
The organization's funding goals have been deemed not ambitious compared to the operating budget of a single hospital.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Why the WHO could control the world during an outbreak of 'Disease X'

Trump signed an executive order banning dangerous biological research while reinforcing U.S. distancing from WHO amid global health vulnerabilities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Uganda declares end to latest Ebola outbreak

The Ministry of Health announced the milestone on Saturday via its official X account, calling it good news and confirming that 42 days had passed without new infections.
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