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Israeli airstrikes and gunfire near Kamal Adwan Hospital have created a catastrophic situation, resulting in fatalities and overwhelming medical supply shortages.

A Palestinian infant has contracted polio, prompting urgent vaccination efforts amid conflict, with a goal of immunizing 640,000 children in Gaza.

Second polio vaccination campaign for 590,000 children in Gaza aims to curb virus spread amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian challenges.

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to significant civilian casualties amid continued ceasefire negotiations, underscoring the urgent need for humanitarian measures.

Medical evacuations of Palestinians from Gaza are alarmingly slow and could take up to ten years to clear the backlog.

Many children among the 12,000 patients waiting for evacuation have tragically died due to the prolonged delay.

TikTok collaborates with WHO to combat misinformation by training influencers to disseminate approved health content.

Alcohol consumption is linked to a significant number of deaths and health issues, challenging the notion that moderate drinking is safe.

The vaccination campaign in Gaza has exceeded initial goals, successfully reaching a significant number of children despite the ongoing conflict.

Tuberculosis has become the world's deadliest infectious disease, surpassing COVID-19, with significant gaps in prevention and treatment efforts.

Disease X has emerged in western DRC, prompting urgent investigation by health authorities amid concerns about containment and impact.

The WHO-backed review found no link between mobile phone use and brain cancer, alleviating concerns that have persisted for decades.

A deadly outbreak of mpox, different from the previous one, is spreading rapidly in the DRC and neighboring countries, raising global health concerns.

An unidentified disease in the DRC has caused 71 deaths, prompting a WHO investigation into its respiratory nature and transmission risks.

The House committee's report suggests the coronavirus likely originated from a laboratory in Wuhan, urging better preparedness for future pandemics.

The World Health Organization has been negotiating a pandemic agreement to better prevent, prepare for, and respond to pandemics. Time is running out to reach a consensus before the World Health Assembly in May.

World leaders discussed Disease X, which could be deadlier than Covid-19.

WHO urges countries to find a way to tackle potential future viruses.

Viruses like SARS-CoV-2 can spread through the air, leading to a potential shift in research and indoor air cleaning practices.

The World Health Organization has issued an urgent warning over the alarming rise in measles cases across Europe.

Measles cases in Europe have increased more than 30-fold, with over 30,000 cases reported between January and October 2022.

The World Health Organization acknowledged Covid-19 is airborne in late 2021, updating their guidelines for pathogen transmission, potentially impacting disease control policies worldwide.

Congo lacks mpox vaccines despite manufacturer availability due to WHO regulatory delays.

High-income nations can bypass WHO processes, unlike Congo and similar countries.

California confirms the first case of the more lethal clade I mpox strain in the U.S., heightening public health concerns.

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, was downgraded from a global health emergency, but the WHO has issued warnings about the current threat.

There is concern about international transmission from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where there is a rapidly expanding outbreak.

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, was downgraded from a global health emergency, but the WHO has issued warnings about the current threat.

There is concern about international transmission from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where there is a rapidly expanding outbreak.

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, was downgraded from a global health emergency, but the WHO has issued warnings about the current threat.

There is concern about international transmission from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where there is a rapidly expanding outbreak.

WHO clarifies that mpox is manageable and not akin to COVID-19, urging global cooperation for control and elimination.

The new variant of mpox requires deeper understanding and proactive measures to avoid panic and health neglect.

Investing in the World Health Organization promotes global health equity and safety.

Measles cases and deaths have been rising globally, with a significant increase in the WHO's European region.

Declining vaccination rates and missed or delayed doses contribute to the rise in measles outbreaks and deaths.

The global pandemic treaty efforts failed to meet the deadline due to unresolved issues, but there is still hope for its development in the future.

Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is a growing global health crisis, particularly impacting low- and middle-income countries.

TikTok is enhancing mental health support for creators on World Mental Health Day by offering resources and partnerships to combat misinformation.

Mental health in the workplace is critical, especially with rising suicide rates in Africa; prioritizing well-being over financial gain is essential.

A polio vaccination campaign has started in Gaza to address the first confirmed case in decades, emphasizing urgent needs for cease-fire and vaccine distribution.

WHO has initiated a crucial polio vaccine rollout for 640,000 children in Gaza amid recent health concerns.

Air pollution remains a critical global health issue, with 99% of the population living in areas with hazardous air despite some improvements in cities.

World Health Organization predicts a 77% increase in cancer cases globally by 2050

Air pollution is one of the factors driving the expected increase in cancer rates

Mysterious disease outbreak in Africa raises concerns among global health experts.

The World Health Organization is holding an emergency meeting due to a surge of mpox cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring countries.

No vaccines or treatments currently available in the Democratic Republic of Congo for the mpox outbreak.

E-cigarette companies target children with flavors and designs to create lifelong addiction.

Infectious diseases are spreading in the Gaza Strip, causing a public health crisis.

Limited sanitation facilities and overcrowded shelters contribute to the spread of disease.

World leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos to discuss Disease X, a hypothetical virus 20 times deadlier than COVID-19.

Experts are proactively planning and preparing for Disease X in case it emerges as a pandemic.

World leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos to discuss Disease X, a hypothetical virus 20 times deadlier than COVID-19.

Experts are proactively planning and preparing for Disease X in case it emerges as a pandemic.

The term 'Disease X' was coined to encourage scientists to work on medical countermeasures for unknown infectious threats, in addition to known ones like Ebola.

Studying Disease X is important for early cross-cutting R&D preparedness and to prevent future humanitarian crises like the Ebola epidemic.

The term 'Disease X' was coined to encourage scientists to work on medical countermeasures for unknown infectious threats, in addition to known ones like Ebola.

Studying Disease X is important for early cross-cutting R&D preparedness and to prevent future humanitarian crises like the Ebola epidemic.

The term 'Disease X' was coined to encourage scientists to work on medical countermeasures for unknown infectious threats, in addition to known ones like Ebola.

Studying Disease X is important for early cross-cutting R&D preparedness and to prevent future humanitarian crises like the Ebola epidemic.

Influenza is identified as the pathogen most likely to cause the next global pandemic, as indicated by 57% of senior disease experts in an international survey.

The number of malaria cases worldwide surged in 2022, driven by extreme weather events and conflicts.

The spike in malaria cases was concentrated in five countries, including Pakistan with 2.1 million cases.

Malaria cases had been steadily declining since 2000, but recent years have seen an increase in cases globally.

Climate change poses a major threat to the fight against malaria, with evidence suggesting that extreme weather events and rising temperatures have led to spikes in cases.

Mosquitoes, which carry the disease, thrive in warm and humid conditions that are increasing due to global warming.

Urgent actions to slow global warming are needed to ensure sustainable and resilient malaria responses.

Cape Verde has been declared malaria-free, becoming the third African nation to achieve this status after Mauritius and Algeria.

The elimination of malaria in Cape Verde is expected to have a positive impact on tourism by attracting more visitors and removing constraints on mobility.

Cameroon has launched a vaccination campaign against malaria, becoming the first country outside of clinical trials to implement such a campaign.

The vaccine being used is Mosquirix, or RTS,S, produced by GlaxoSmithKline, and it has been recognized as efficient and recommended by the World Health Organization.

The WHO is developing guidelines on the health of trans and gender-diverse people and is seeking feedback.

The guidelines will address health challenges that affect access to quality healthcare for LGBTQ+ individuals.

The WHO is developing guidelines on the health of trans and gender-diverse people and is seeking feedback.

The guidelines will address health challenges that affect access to quality healthcare for LGBTQ+ individuals.

Hydroxychloroquine, a drug touted as a potential COVID-19 treatment, is now linked to an increased mortality rate of up to 11%.

The World Health Organization (WHO) conducted a trial on hydroxychloroquine and found no positive results, leading to a recommendation against its use during the pandemic.

Hydroxychloroquine, a drug touted as a potential COVID-19 treatment, is now linked to an increased mortality rate of up to 11%.

The World Health Organization (WHO) conducted a trial on hydroxychloroquine and found no positive results, leading to a recommendation against its use during the pandemic.

A video shows a crowded hospital in Beijing with masked patients waiting to be treated for respiratory illnesses.

The spike in illnesses is caused by a combination of known viruses and bacteria, and is attributed to the lifting of COVID lockdown restrictions.

The World Health Organization has raised alarm about the pneumonia cases in China.

A video shows a crowded hospital in Beijing with masked patients waiting to be treated for respiratory illnesses.

The spike in illnesses is caused by a combination of known viruses and bacteria, and is attributed to the lifting of COVID lockdown restrictions.

The World Health Organization has raised alarm about the pneumonia cases in China.

Shattered healthcare and sanitation systems must be restored in Gaza, says World Health Organization.

More people could die from disease than from bombings in the Gaza Strip if the health and sanitation systems are not repaired.

Critical infrastructure in the besieged territory has been crippled by fuel and supply shortages and targeted attacks on hospitals and United Nations facilities.

The director of Gaza's al-Shifa Hospital has been detained by Israel, along with five other health workers, while participating in a UN mission.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is concerned about the fate of the hospital director and the safety of remaining health staff.

Israel alleges that the hospital was being used as a command center by Hamas, but has provided no evidence to support this claim.

Israel denies ordering the UN health agency to remove medical supplies from its warehouse in southern Gaza.

An online row has emerged between the World Health Organization (WHO) and Israel after the United Nations health body said the Israeli army ordered it to remove supplies from its warehouse in southern Gaza, a claim Israel then denied.