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Over 47 million people have united to demand urgent action against air pollution, a leading cause of global health problems. This initiative will be presented at the Second Global Conference …
Global Health Community Demands Action Against Air Pollution Read More
Over 47 million health professionals and advocates have called for urgent action on air pollution to protect health globally. Air pollution is responsible for around 7 million deaths annually, mainly …
Global Call to Action: 47 Million Demand Urgent Measures for Clean Air Read More
Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, WHO’s Acting Regional Director for Africa, visited Nigeria, reaffirming WHO’s support for health reforms and polio eradication. He emphasized Nigeria’s strategic importance in Africa’s health landscape and …
WHO-AFRO Chief Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu Visits Nigeria, Commits to Health Advancements and Polio Eradication Efforts Read More
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan confirmed a new Marburg virus outbreak, marking the second case this year. The World Health Organization has identified the situation as high risk, although only …
Tanzania Reports New Marburg Virus Outbreak Amid Heightened Health Measures Read More
The WHO has alerted about a suspected Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania, with at least eight deaths reported. Nine suspected cases emerged in Kagera, a vital transit region. While the …
WHO Warns of Suspected Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania’s Kagera Region Read More
Israel has escalated military strikes against the Houthi group in Yemen, targeting key locations and responding to Houthi attacks as part of a wider strategy against Iranian proxies. The Houthis, …
Israeli Strikes on Houthis: A Key Element in the Iran-Israel Conflict Read More
On October 20, 2024, the WHO certified Egypt as malaria-free, marking a significant public health milestone. This achievement follows nearly a century-long battle against malaria in a nation of 100 …
Egypt Achieves Historic Malaria-Free Certification from WHO Read More
The 2024 UN Climate Change Conference, COP29, achieved a $300 billion deal to aid developing nations while also emphasizing the public health ramifications of climate change. Key discussions included the …
COP29: Integrating Public Health into Climate Change Strategies Read More
The WHO maintains that the mpox outbreak is a continuing public health emergency, while in Haiti, violence has displaced over 40,000 individuals. Ukraine faces worsening humanitarian needs due to ongoing …
Global Crisis Update: Mpox Emergency, Haiti Violence, Ukraine Struggles, and Pakistani Attacks Condemned. Read More
Recent Israeli attacks in Gaza have resulted in at least 55 fatalities and 192 injuries, including a strike on a polio vaccination center. In Lebanon, at least 71 individuals died …
Escalating Violence in Gaza and Lebanon: Casualties Mount Amid Ongoing Conflict Read More