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Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF)
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 Middle East. Primary Hosts and Transmission Cattle, sheep, and goats serve as ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs
Burden of Disease Attributable to Unsafe Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene: 2019 Update
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 alarming number of deaths and the lack of access to basic WASH ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
What is Aspartame?
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 (WHO), known as the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), made ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Draft Resolution on the Impact of Chemicals, Waste and Pollution on Human Health
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 the 76th World Health Assembly, a resolution was accepted, highlighting the importance ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Polio Eradication Efforts in West and Central Africa
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 to address the prevalent issue of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus and strengthen immunization ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Joint Malnutrition Estimates Report
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 stunting, wasting, and obesity prevalence rates in India and globally, providing valuable ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
New Replenishment Mechanism for Flexible WHO Funding
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 significant percentage of funds originating from generous donors, including countries and philanthropic ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
World Health Statistics 2023
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 Organization (WHO), the true magnitude of the pandemic’s toll on human lives ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs