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Sep132026 by GHealth NewsNo Comments

WHO Appoints Dr Vanessa Kerry as Special Envoy for Health Resilience

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GHealth News - The World Health Organization (WHO) has appointed Dr Vanessa Kerry as the WHO Director-General's Special Envoy for Health Resilience, expanding her previous mandate as the organization's first Special Envoy for Climate Change and Health. In her new role, Dr Kerry will support WHO's efforts to strengthen resilient, integrated, and sustainably financed health systems capable of responding to everyday health needs while preparing for emerging threats, including climate change, health emergencies, and other complex global challenges. Working closely with governments, multilateral organizations, development partners, civil society, and the private sector, Dr Kerry will advocate for stronger health systems, sustainable financing models, and improved coordination of global he...

Aug222026 by GHealth NewsNo Comments

Congo Ebola Outbreak: WHO Says Control Is Possible, but Major Challenges Remain

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GHealth News - The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo remains a serious public health concern, but the World Health Organization (WHO) believes it can still be contained within the coming months if response efforts receive sufficient support. The outbreak has continued to spread, becoming one of the most severe Ebola crises recorded in the country. Health authorities are facing difficulties in identifying transmission chains, strengthening surveillance, and reaching affected communities in areas impacted by insecurity. WHO officials say the next three months will be critical. Expanding medical capacity, improving case detection, and rapidly tracing contacts of infected individuals will be essential to slowing the spread of the virus. The response faces several obst...

May172026 by GHealth NewsNo Comments

What do we know about the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda?

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GHealth News - The World Health Organization on Sunday declared an ‌Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda to be a public health emergency of international concern. The WHO said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency but that countries sharing land borders with the DRC are at high risk for further spread. WHAT IS EBOLA? Ebola disease is a severe, often-fatal virus, which causes fever, body aches, vomiting and diarrhoea, and spreads through direct contact with the bodily fluids of infected persons, contaminated materials or persons who have died from the disease, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. This is the Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) 17t...

Apr72026 by GHealth NewsNo Comments

Together for Health: Standing with Science on World Health Day 2026

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GHealth News - Today, April 7, marks the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. For over 75 years, this day has served as a global rallying cry to prioritize our collective well-being. This year, GHealth News is proud to join the WHO in celebrating the 2026 theme: "Together for health. Stand with science." In an era where information travels faster than ever, the 2026 campaign is a powerful reminder that progress from eradicating diseases to managing global pandemics rests on the foundation of scientific integrity and multilateral cooperation. Why "Stand with Science"? This year’s focus isn't just for researchers in labs; it’s a call to action for everyone. "Standing with science" means: Choosing Evidence Over Echo Chambers: Prioritizing facts and ve...

Dec302025 by GHealth NewsNo Comments

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...

May302025 by GHealth NewsNo Comments

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...