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fromABC7 Los Angeles

Over 400 sick and at least 50 dead from 'unknown disease' in Congo

An unidentified disease is causing severe health issues and fatalities in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

fromFuturism

New Disease Spreading Rapidly, Killing Dozens, After Children Ate a Bat

A mysterious illness has emerged in the DRC, causing significant concern due to its high fatality rate and rapid onset of symptoms.

fromWashington Post

'Unknown disease' that can kill within days leaves 53 dead in Congo

An outbreak in the DRC has killed 53 people, raising public health concerns due to its rapid spread and unclear origin.

4 days ago

Public health

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

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Over 400 sick and at least 50 dead from 'unknown disease' in Congo

An unidentified disease is causing severe health issues and fatalities in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

fromFuturism

New Disease Spreading Rapidly, Killing Dozens, After Children Ate a Bat

A mysterious illness has emerged in the DRC, causing significant concern due to its high fatality rate and rapid onset of symptoms.

fromWashington Post

'Unknown disease' that can kill within days leaves 53 dead in Congo

An outbreak in the DRC has killed 53 people, raising public health concerns due to its rapid spread and unclear origin.

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

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.

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.

#gaza

Public health

WHO says residence and main warehouse in Gaza hit by Israeli forces

World news

U.N. says facilities hit, guesthouse in Gaza raided by Israeli troops

NYC parents

We wish we could have taken more': 29 children evacuated from Gaza to Jordan for treatment

A convoy transported 25 wounded Palestinian children from Gaza for urgent medical care in Jordan.

fromeuronews

Medicine

Trucks gather at the newly opened Rafah crossing to take aid into Gaza

The Rafah crossing reopened, allowing urgent medical evacuations for patients from Gaza to Egypt amid ongoing humanitarian crisis.

Public health

WHO says residence and main warehouse in Gaza hit by Israeli forces

World news

U.N. says facilities hit, guesthouse in Gaza raided by Israeli troops

NYC parents

We wish we could have taken more': 29 children evacuated from Gaza to Jordan for treatment

A convoy transported 25 wounded Palestinian children from Gaza for urgent medical care in Jordan.

fromeuronews

Medicine

Trucks gather at the newly opened Rafah crossing to take aid into Gaza

more#gaza

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.

US politics

#dr-mike-ryan

Health

WHO's Dr Mike Ryan confirms he has been approached about potential Aras run

Health

WHO's Dr Mike Ryan confirms he has been approached about potential Aras run

Health

WHO's Dr Mike Ryan confirms he has been approached about potential Aras run

Health

WHO's Dr Mike Ryan confirms he has been approached about potential Aras run

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.

#covid-19

4 weeks ago

Coronavirus

Feeling Hoarse? You Might Have the New 'Stratus' Covid Variant

Coronavirus

COVID-19 origin still inconclusive' after years-long WHO study

Coronavirus

Explainer: New Covid variant Nimbus - is it behind a rise in cases this summer?

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.

fromwww.bostonherald.com

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.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Public health

How COVID changed Canadians, their health and the future | CBC News

4 weeks ago

Coronavirus

Feeling Hoarse? You Might Have the New 'Stratus' Covid Variant

Coronavirus

COVID-19 origin still inconclusive' after years-long WHO study

Coronavirus

Explainer: New Covid variant Nimbus - is it behind a rise in cases this summer?

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.

fromwww.bostonherald.com

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.

fromwww.cbc.ca

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Public health

How COVID changed Canadians, their health and the future | CBC News

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.

US news

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.

fromWho

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.

#global-health

US news

Why giant statues of snakes popped up in Geneva

World politics

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

Public health

Global health funding faces worst crisis in memory', WHO chief says

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.

What's next for the World Health Organization? US exit could reshape agency

US withdrawal from WHO creates budget uncertainty and challenges for the agency's future operations.

Experts believe WHO may survive with support from other nations despite US withdrawal.

Miscellaneous

Fifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO

US news

Why giant statues of snakes popped up in Geneva

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.

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.

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.

What's next for the World Health Organization? US exit could reshape agency

US withdrawal from WHO creates budget uncertainty and challenges for the agency's future operations.

Experts believe WHO may survive with support from other nations despite US withdrawal.

Miscellaneous

Fifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO

The US aid freeze severely disrupts global health services, notably for HIV treatments and immunization programs.

more#global-health

#argentina

US news

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

Public health

Argentina Says It Will Withdraw From the World Health Organization

US news

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

Public health

Argentina Says It Will Withdraw From the World Health Organization

Global measles eradication goal is urgently needed

The WHO's conclusion on measles eradication faces challenges due to inadequate global commitment.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

fromFast Company

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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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.

US news

#pandemic-treaty

fromArs Technica

Public health

RFK Jr. calls WHO "moribund" amid US withdrawal; China pledges to give $500M

fromwww.nytimes.com

WHO Member Countries Agree to Pandemic Treaty

WHO member nations have agreed on a draft pandemic treaty to improve global health crisis responses.

WHO agrees legally binding pandemic treaty

WHO has agreed on a legally binding treaty to improve global pandemic response and cooperation.

fromArs Technica

Public health

RFK Jr. calls WHO "moribund" amid US withdrawal; China pledges to give $500M

fromwww.nytimes.com

WHO Member Countries Agree to Pandemic Treaty

WHO member nations have agreed on a draft pandemic treaty to improve global health crisis responses.

WHO agrees legally binding pandemic treaty

WHO has agreed on a legally binding treaty to improve global pandemic response and cooperation.

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

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.

fromNew York Post

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.

Mental health

fromThe Atlantic

How to Define Old Age

Dr. Rabheru opposes the WHO's classification of old age as a disease, viewing it as a harmful form of ageism.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

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.

Coronavirus

One pregnant woman dies every two minutes, shocking new figures reveal

Cuts to international aid threaten progress in reducing maternal deaths, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.

Non-profit organizations

Millions of Afghans lose access to healthcare services as USAID cuts shut clinics

The closure of over 200 health facilities in Afghanistan has greatly exacerbated a growing humanitarian crisis.

Myanmar earthquake: desperate search for survivors continues as WHO issues appeal for humanitarian aid live

WHO appeals for $8 million for emergency aid in Myanmar following deadly earthquakes.

Rescue efforts continue in Thailand after the earthquake led to building collapses and casualties.

Measles highest in 25 years in Europe, WHO says

Measles cases in Europe doubled last year, reaching a 25-year high and highlighting a decline in vaccination rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.

fromThe Local Germany

Measles cases in Europe double to reach 25-year high

Measles resurgence highlights the urgent need for increased vaccination rates to ensure health security.

fromwww.thelocal.com

Measles cases in Europe double to reach 25-year high

Measles resurgence in Europe highlights the urgent need for boosted vaccination efforts, especially among vulnerable populations.

Covid-19 pandemic setbacks have contributed to a significant rise in measles cases in Europe.

Coronavirus

Measles in Texas: A deadly disease that can be prevented DW 02/27/2025

Measles remains a public health threat, exacerbated by gaps in vaccination coverage, leading to preventable deaths.

Measles highest in 25 years in Europe, WHO says

Measles cases in Europe doubled last year, reaching a 25-year high and highlighting a decline in vaccination rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.

fromThe Local Germany

Measles cases in Europe double to reach 25-year high

Measles resurgence highlights the urgent need for increased vaccination rates to ensure health security.

fromwww.thelocal.com

Measles cases in Europe double to reach 25-year high

Measles resurgence in Europe highlights the urgent need for boosted vaccination efforts, especially among vulnerable populations.

Covid-19 pandemic setbacks have contributed to a significant rise in measles cases in Europe.

Measles in Texas: A deadly disease that can be prevented DW 02/27/2025

Measles remains a public health threat, exacerbated by gaps in vaccination coverage, leading to preventable deaths.

Measles cases in Europe double to reach 25-year high

Measles resurgence highlights urgent need for increased vaccination rates to ensure health security in Europe.

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a yearlong delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO shipment of leprosy drugs to Nigeria has finally arrived after delays caused by testing and systemic issues.

Medicine

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a year-long delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO ships leprosy drugs to Nigeria after delays due to testing issues and systemic vulnerabilities, addressing the country's leprosy crisis.

Medicine

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a yearlong delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO shipment of leprosy drugs to Nigeria has finally arrived after delays caused by testing and systemic issues.

Medicine

Nigeria to get leprosy drug after a year-long delay report DW 03/07/2025

WHO ships leprosy drugs to Nigeria after delays due to testing issues and systemic vulnerabilities, addressing the country's leprosy crisis.

FDA allowed to help WHO update flu shots, despite Trump ban

FDA participates in WHO influenza meeting despite Trump administration ban.

Another mystery disease outbreak in DR Congo: What we know DW 02/28/2025

A new disease outbreak in DR Congo has resulted in at least 60 deaths, with over 1,000 reported cases in Equateur province.

What We Know So Far About the Mystery Illnesses Killing Dozens in Congo

Unidentified illnesses in Congo have caused over 50 deaths, with origins still under investigation.

Mystery Illness Kills Dozens in the Congo

A mysterious illness is causing rapid fatalities in northwestern Congo, with over 50 deaths and significant concern regarding its origins and transmission.

What We Know So Far About the Mystery Illnesses Killing Dozens in Congo

Unidentified illnesses in Congo have caused over 50 deaths, with origins still under investigation.

Mystery Illness Kills Dozens in the Congo

A mysterious illness is causing rapid fatalities in northwestern Congo, with over 50 deaths and significant concern regarding its origins and transmission.

Unknown Deadly Illness Strikes Eastern Congo

A deadly unidentified illness linked to bat consumption has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing over 50 people and infecting hundreds.

fromCbsnews

Mystery illness in Congo kills more than 50 people, including children who ate a bat

A mysterious illness in the DRC has led to over 50 deaths within 48 hours of symptoms, raising significant public health concerns.

As the U.S. steps back from global health, what role will China play?

Trump's focus on China influences his global health policies, including withdrawing from the WHO and freezing foreign aid.

WHO calls for cigarette-style cancer warnings on alcohol packaging

Alcohol should have cancer warning labels, similar to cigarette packaging, to raise awareness about its proven cancer risks.