The northern Americas are at “high” risk of measles compared with a “moderate” risk globally, according to the WHO.
WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says contributions have fallen sharply across the board.
The facts are clear and the stories are harrowing. What is missing is more action.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says draft agreement shows multilateralism is ‘alive and well’.
A new Cleveland Clinic study misses key aspects of the vaccine’s effectiveness, sparking public questions.
The deaths are linked to antimicrobial resistance infections due to overuse or misuse of some medications.
In South Africa alone, funding cuts could lead to 500,000 deaths in 10 years, experts warn.
Officials have ruled out Ebola or Marburg virus, but say those infected are presenting symptoms of a ‘hemorrhagic fever’
WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control remains as relevant today as it did when it entered into force 20 years ago.
Amid sixth outbreak of Sudan Ebola virus, Ugandans bemoan lack of official communication and fears for the economy.
Javier Milei echoed Trumpian criticisms of the UN agency, blaming it for economic shortfalls during COVID-19.
Uganda initiates Ebola trial after a nurse’s death from the virus.
US withdrawal from WHO means missing February’s meeting, reducing influence and hindering global health efforts.
The UN body has received a formal request from Washington to withdraw next year as Trump orders a pause on WHO funding.
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