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WHO Prequalifies New Oral Polio Vaccine to Boost Global Eradication Efforts

WHO Prequalifies New Oral Polio Vaccine to Boost Global Eradication Efforts

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GHealth News - The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the prequalification of an additional novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2), marking an important step forward in the global fight to eliminate polio. Prequalification confirms that the vaccine meets international standards for safety, quality, and effectiveness. This designation enables United Nations agencies, including UNICEF, to procure and distribute the vaccine for immunization campaigns worldwide. The newly approved nOPV2 vaccine has been developed to be more genetically stable than earlier oral polio vaccines. This improved stability reduces the risk of vaccine-derived outbreaks while strengthening efforts to interrupt virus transmission. The announcement follows a recent commitment by global leaders to mob...
WHO Says Risk of Nipah Virus Spreading Beyond India Is Low

WHO Says Risk of Nipah Virus Spreading Beyond India Is Low

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GHealth News - The World Health Organization (WHO) has assessed that the risk of the deadly Nipah virus spreading beyond India is low, despite recent confirmed cases in the eastern state of West Bengal. WHO officials said there’s currently no evidence of increased human-to-human transmission and no travel or trade restrictions are recommended at this time. Two health workers in West Bengal contracted the virus in late December and are under medical care, while Indian health authorities have traced and tested more than 190 contacts-with no additional infections detected so far. Nipah virus, which is carried by fruit bats and certain animals, can cause severe symptoms including fever and brain inflammation, and has historically shown a high fatality rate (40–75%). There are no licensed...
Global Health Meets Sustainability: LMU Munich Hosts 2026 Conference

Global Health Meets Sustainability: LMU Munich Hosts 2026 Conference

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GHealth News - LMU Munich is set to host Global Health Day 2026 on March 19–20, bringing together scientists, students, and global health enthusiasts under the theme “Global Health for Sustainability.” The two-day conference will feature keynotes, workshops, and networking sessions, offering a unique platform for interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration. Participants will explore how global health intersects with sustainability, addressing critical topics like climate change, resilient health systems, planetary boundaries, and social justice. With a focus on innovative research, practical solutions, and future-oriented teaching, Global Health Day 2026 promises insights and connections that could shape the path toward a healthier, more sustainable world. For more info: https://...
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Rising Global Health Risks, Lancet Experts Say

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Rising Global Health Risks, Lancet Experts Say

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GHealth News - A group of 43 international nutrition and public health experts has warned that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) pose a growing threat to global health, urging governments to take immediate action. Writing in a new series published by The Lancet, the researchers argue that the widespread consumption of UPFs—foods made largely from industrial ingredients and additives with little whole food content is linked to worsening diet quality and a range of chronic diseases. The papers highlight strong associations between diets high in UPFs and conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, depression, and certain cancers. A systematic review of 104 long-term studies found that the vast majority reported increased health risks linked to UPF consumption. While most studies show correlati...
Cholera Kills 172 in a Week as Sudan’s Health System Collapses Under War

Cholera Kills 172 in a Week as Sudan’s Health System Collapses Under War

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GHealth News - Sudan is facing a sharp rise in cholera cases amid ongoing war, with 2,700 infections and 172 deaths reported in just the past week, according to the Ministry of Health. Khartoum state accounts for 90% of these cases, as drone strikes by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have crippled water and power infrastructure. The RSF recently targeted power stations in Khartoum, disabling electricity and halting clean water supply, which has forced residents to rely on unsafe sources. The medical group Doctors Without Borders warned that water treatment facilities can no longer operate without power. Cholera, endemic in Sudan, has worsened dramatically since the war began in April 2023, with outbreaks now more frequent and deadly due to the collapse of water, sanitatio...