Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) is a disease caused by a tick-borne virus of the Bunyaviridae family. It is currently spreading across regions such as Europe, Africa, and the...
A new report, titled “Burden of disease attributable to unsafe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene: 2019 update” was released recently by the WHO. It sheds light on the...
Aspartame, one of the world’s most common artificial sweeteners, has been the subject of various debates and controversies. Recently, the cancer research arm of the World Health Organization...
The member nations of the World Health Organization (WHO) have recognized the pressing need to address the detrimental effects of chemicals, waste, and pollution on human health. During...
In a crucial stride towards combating polio, a vaccination campaign was launched in Cameroon, Chad, and Niger. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO), this multi-country initiative aims...
The Joint Malnutrition Estimates (JME) report, released by UNICEF, WHO, and the World Bank, sheds light on India’s journey in combating child malnutrition. The report presents data on...
The 76th World Health Assembly witnessed discussions on a crucial topic—the replenishment mechanism aimed at providing more flexible funding options for the World Health Organization (WHO). With a...
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide, leading to millions of lives lost and significant disruptions to global health. In a recent report by the World Health...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently issued new guidelines advising against the consumption of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) as a means to prevent unhealthy weight gain and reduce...
Trachoma, a debilitating eye infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, has been a longstanding public health concern in numerous countries worldwide. Recently, Benin and Mali have successfully...
In a significant development, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced the end of a global health emergency that lasted for 10 months. This decision was based on...
World Health Day is celebrated globally on April 7 every year to raise awareness about physical, mental, and social wellness. It is an initiative of the World Health...
