Trending News: WHO and the Netherlands strengthen their PartnershipSpain’s Secretary of State for Health discusses health priorities with WHOGovernments agree to continue their steady progress on proposed pandemic agreement ahead of the World Health AssemblyIreland and WHO work together to improve access to assistive technology globallyQatar Fund for Development (QFFD) supports the implementation of WHO’s extended 13th General Programme of Work with flexible fundingWHO launches unique training course to enable parliamentarians in global health securityIndia commits US$ 85 million to WHO Global Traditional Medicine CentreFourteen African countries, key partners unite to provide critical resources for health in WHO’s first-ever Investment RoundThe Republic of Korea and WHO discuss joint priorities, challenges and trends around global healthWHO and the Netherlands renew their partnership on climate change and healthSigning ceremony for contribution agreements between WHO and FranceG20 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the Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing AnnexRoad deaths fall by 21% globally but stronger action is needed to save livesWHO marks 25 years of Research4Life, advancing access to scientific knowledge in more than 120 countriesup to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayedGlobal childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict and hesitancy – UNICEF, WHOEl Salvador validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problemWHO calls for urgent action as new cancer cases are projected to nearly double by 2050Patient enrolment begins in a scientific trial to identify the first effective treatments for Bundibugyo virus diseaseWHO adds first diagnostic test for Ebola Bundibugyo virus to its Emergency Use Listing655 million people still living without electricity underscore urgent need to deliver on universal energy access targetWHO urges scale up of newborn screening to improve early detection and care of birth defectsWHO issues comprehensive guidelines on filovirus disease, including Ebola and Marburg diseaseOpen letter to leaders of G7, G20, BRICS and all nations on finalizing the WHO Pandemic Agreement’s Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing annexSafe blood supply improves as voluntary donations exceed 85%, but many people still lack accessAfrica CDC and WHO launch joint continental Ebola response planUnsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths annually, young children at highest riskJoint statement by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and WHO concerning the outbreak of Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo virusMessage by the WHO Director-General to the people of the Democratic Republic of the CongoExperts convened by WHO advise on candidate treatments and vaccines for Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virusWHO urges governments to protect young people from addiction to tobacco and nicotine productsSeventy-ninth World Health Assembly – Daily update: 23 May 2026First meeting of the IHR 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of Tenerife regarding the hantavirus responseGlobal health gains face threat of reversalMessage by the WHO Director-General to the people of Tenerife regarding the hantavirus responseWHO’s response to hantavirus cases linked to a cruise shipJoint call by the President of the ICRC, the Director-General of WHO and the International President of MSFWHO Member States agree to extend negotiations on Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing annexAustralia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problemEfforts to eliminate hepatitis delivers gains but more action needed to meet 2030 targetsPracticing today for tomorrow’s emergencies – WHO convenes countries and partners to simulate response to major disease outbreakLargest catch-up initiative delivers over 100 million childhood vaccinationsWHO prequalifies first-ever malaria treatment for newborns and infants, adds new diagnostic testsWHO reports measurable health impact in 2025 amid transition to new strategyAlgeria eliminates trachoma as a public health problemWHO certifies the Bahamas for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIVAfter three years of conflict, Sudan faces a deeper health crisisFirst-ever WHO Forum unites 800+ Collaborating Centres for stronger scientific collaborationWHO and France shift One Health vision to action with new high-impact initiatives“Together for health. Stand with science.” to mark World Health DayWHO Member States agree to extend negotiations on key annex to the Pandemic AgreementEncouraging progress in inclusive health policies for refugees and migrantsWHO recommends new diagnostic tools to help end TBProgress in reducing child deaths slows as 4.9 million children die before age fiveConflict deepens health crisis across Middle East, WHO saysJoint statement on the renewed Quadripartite Memorandum of Understanding regarding cooperation on One Health until 2030Chile becomes the first country in the Americas to be verified by WHO for the elimination of leprosyDenmark becomes first country in the European Union to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilisRecommendations for influenza vaccine composition for the 2026-2027 northern hemisphere seasonWHO Director-General visits Jordan to recognize strong collaboration on health system delivery, emergency relief and advancing mental healthAttacks on Ukraine’s health care increased by 20% in 2025WHO validates elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in LibyaGlobal commitment on display as countries negotiate key annex to the Pandemic AgreementStatement on the planned hepatitis B birth dose vaccine trial in Guinea-BissauOne in two people facing cataract blindness need access to life-changing surgeryUN leaders call for sustained commitment and investment to end FGMPreventive cholera vaccination resumes as global supply reaches critical milestoneWHO launches 2026 appeal to help millions of people in health emergencies and crisis settingsFour in ten cancer cases could be prevented globallyIs the world better prepared for the next pandemic?Smith's face says it all! 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Trending News: WHO and the Netherlands strengthen their PartnershipSpain’s Secretary of State for Health discusses health priorities with WHOGovernments agree to continue their steady progress on proposed pandemic agreement ahead of the World Health AssemblyIreland and WHO work together to improve access to assistive technology globallyQatar Fund for Development (QFFD) supports the implementation of WHO’s extended 13th General Programme of Work with flexible fundingWHO launches unique training course to enable parliamentarians in global health securityIndia commits US$ 85 million to WHO Global Traditional Medicine CentreFourteen African countries, key partners unite to provide critical resources for health in WHO’s first-ever Investment RoundThe Republic of Korea and WHO discuss joint priorities, challenges and trends around global healthWHO and the Netherlands renew their partnership on climate change and healthSigning ceremony for contribution agreements between WHO and FranceG20 health ministers rally support for WHO’s Investment RoundLuxembourg and WHO sign two strategic agreementsWHO comments on United States’ announcement of intent to withdrawWHO and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia sign agreements in support of health prioritiesWHO and Switzerland cement cooperation until 2028Frank, in-depth discussion as Belgium and WHO map ahead priorities for collaborationStrengthening public health across Lebanon with EIB GlobalWorldwide rally for maternal and newborn health marks World Health Day 2025advancing global health and resilient health systemsAfrican Union and World Health Organization renew strategic partnership to drive impact and strengthen health systems in AfricaTimor-Leste certified malaria-free by WHOIntegration, innovation and community leadership key to ending HIV, hepatitis and STIsWHO launches seven strategies to prevent drowningGlobal hunger levels ease for third consecutive year as regional disparities persistWHO Member States continue negotiations on the Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing AnnexRoad deaths fall by 21% globally but stronger action is needed to save livesWHO marks 25 years of Research4Life, advancing access to scientific knowledge in more than 120 countriesup to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayedGlobal childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict and hesitancy – UNICEF, WHOEl Salvador validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problemWHO calls for urgent action as new cancer cases are projected to nearly double by 2050Patient enrolment begins in a scientific trial to identify the first effective treatments for Bundibugyo virus diseaseWHO adds first diagnostic test for Ebola Bundibugyo virus to its Emergency Use Listing655 million people still living without electricity underscore urgent need to deliver on universal energy access targetWHO urges scale up of newborn screening to improve early detection and care of birth defectsWHO issues comprehensive guidelines on filovirus disease, including Ebola and Marburg diseaseOpen letter to leaders of G7, G20, BRICS and all nations on finalizing the WHO Pandemic Agreement’s Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing annexSafe blood supply improves as voluntary donations exceed 85%, but many people still lack accessAfrica CDC and WHO launch joint continental Ebola response planUnsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths annually, young children at highest riskJoint statement by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and WHO concerning the outbreak of Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo virusMessage by the WHO Director-General to the people of the Democratic Republic of the CongoExperts convened by WHO advise on candidate treatments and vaccines for Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virusWHO urges governments to protect young people from addiction to tobacco and nicotine productsSeventy-ninth World Health Assembly – Daily update: 23 May 2026First meeting of the IHR Emergency Committee regarding the epidemic of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda 2026 – Temporary recommendationsSeventy-ninth World Health Assembly – Daily update: 22 May 2026Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly – Daily update: 20 May 2026Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly – Daily update: 21 May 2026Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly honours global champions advancing primary health careSeventy-ninth World Health Assembly – Daily update: 19 May 2026Director-General presents Award for Global Health to four distinguished leadersWorld Health Assembly opens in Geneva, SwitzerlandEpidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determined a public health emergency of international concernWHO warns nicotine pouch brands targeting youth as sales surgeTunisia validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problemFollow-up message by the WHO Director-General to the people of Tenerife regarding the hantavirus responseGlobal health gains face threat of reversalMessage by the WHO Director-General to the people of Tenerife regarding the hantavirus responseWHO’s response to hantavirus cases linked to a cruise shipJoint call by the President of the ICRC, the Director-General of WHO and the International President of MSFWHO Member States agree to extend negotiations on Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing annexAustralia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problemEfforts to eliminate hepatitis delivers gains but more action needed to meet 2030 targetsPracticing today for tomorrow’s emergencies – WHO convenes countries and partners to simulate response to major disease outbreakLargest catch-up initiative delivers over 100 million childhood vaccinationsWHO prequalifies first-ever malaria treatment for newborns and infants, adds new diagnostic testsWHO reports measurable health impact in 2025 amid transition to new strategyAlgeria eliminates trachoma as a public health problemWHO certifies the Bahamas for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIVAfter three years of conflict, Sudan faces a deeper health crisisFirst-ever WHO Forum unites 800+ Collaborating Centres for stronger scientific collaborationWHO and France shift One Health vision to action with new high-impact initiatives“Together for health. Stand with science.” to mark World Health DayWHO Member States agree to extend negotiations on key annex to the Pandemic AgreementEncouraging progress in inclusive health policies for refugees and migrantsWHO recommends new diagnostic tools to help end TBProgress in reducing child deaths slows as 4.9 million children die before age fiveConflict deepens health crisis across Middle East, WHO saysJoint statement on the renewed Quadripartite Memorandum of Understanding regarding cooperation on One Health until 2030Chile becomes the first country in the Americas to be verified by WHO for the elimination of leprosyDenmark becomes first country in the European Union to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilisRecommendations for influenza vaccine composition for the 2026-2027 northern hemisphere seasonWHO Director-General visits Jordan to recognize strong collaboration on health system delivery, emergency relief and advancing mental healthAttacks on Ukraine’s health care increased by 20% in 2025WHO validates elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in LibyaGlobal commitment on display as countries negotiate key annex to the Pandemic AgreementStatement on the planned hepatitis B birth dose vaccine trial in Guinea-BissauOne in two people facing cataract blindness need access to life-changing surgeryUN leaders call for sustained commitment and investment to end FGMPreventive cholera vaccination resumes as global supply reaches critical milestoneWHO launches 2026 appeal to help millions of people in health emergencies and crisis settingsFour in ten cancer cases could be prevented globallyIs the world better prepared for the next pandemic?Smith's face says it all! Hilarious reaction to Littler's nonchalant 11-darter!Winmau World Masters darts: Luke Humphries delivers nine-dart magic in win over Luke Woodhouse as Luke Littler eases through | Darts NewsJustin Rose leads by six shots at Farmers Insurance Open ahead of final round with record score in sight | Golf NewsJosh Kelly becomes IBF light-middleweight champion after recovering from knockdown to beat Bakhram Murtazaliev in Newcastle | Boxing NewsPapers: Carrick keen to bring back Rashford to Man Utd
Tue. Aug 11th, 2026
African Union and World Health Organization renew strategic partnership to drive impact and strengthen health systems in Africa
African Union and World Health Organization renew strategic partnership to drive impact and strengthen health systems in Africa

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the African Union (AU) Commission renewed their longstanding strategic partnership today with the signing of an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines…

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Timor-Leste certified malaria-free by WHO
Timor-Leste certified malaria-free by WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free, a remarkable achievement for a country that prioritized the disease and embarked on a concerted, nation-wide response shortly after gaining…

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Integration, innovation and community leadership key to ending HIV, hepatitis and STIs
Integration, innovation and community leadership key to ending HIV, hepatitis and STIs

The World Health Organization (WHO) today launched a new report assessing progress in implementing the Global Health Sector Strategies (GHSS) on HIV, viral hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for…

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WHO launches seven strategies to prevent drowning
WHO launches seven strategies to prevent drowning

Ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July, the World Health Organization (WHO) is launching a new technical package to help governments and communities implement seven proven measures to…

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Global hunger levels ease for third consecutive year as regional disparities persist
Global hunger levels ease for third consecutive year as regional disparities persist

Global hunger declined for a third consecutive year in 2025, demonstrating that progress is possible. However, the improvements remain fragile, unevenly distributed and insufficient to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals…

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WHO Member States continue negotiations on the Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing Annex
WHO Member States continue negotiations on the Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing Annex

WHO Member States have advanced negotiations on the Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) annex, a central component of the WHO Pandemic Agreement, while agreeing that continued discussions are needed…

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Road deaths fall by 21% globally but stronger action is needed to save lives
Road deaths fall by 21% globally but stronger action is needed to save lives

Despite the addition of more than one billion motor-vehicles to the world’s roads, road traffic deaths declined by 21% between 2011 and 2025, according to new data released by the…

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WHO marks 25 years of Research4Life, advancing access to scientific knowledge in more than 120 countries
WHO marks 25 years of Research4Life, advancing access to scientific knowledge in more than 120 countries

The World Health Organization (WHO) today marks the 25th anniversary of Research4Life, a public-private partnership that provides researchers, educators, health professionals and policy-makers in low- and middle-income countries with affordable…

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up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed
up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed

The World Health Organization (WHO) today released updated guidelines on reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, providing countries with evidence-based recommendations to help prevent or delay the onset…

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Global childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict and hesitancy – UNICEF, WHO
Global childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict and hesitancy – UNICEF, WHO

In 2025, 90% of infants globally – or nearly 116 million – received at least one dose of a diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTP) vaccine, and 85% – or 110…

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