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WHO Appoints Dr Vanessa Kerry as Special Envoy for Health Resilience

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

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

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...
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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...
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WHO at World Health Assembly: Nations Spend on War, But Not on Health

WHO at World Health Assembly: Nations Spend on War, But Not on Health

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GHealth News - At the opening of the World Health Assembly in Geneva, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that millions are losing access to essential healthcare due to deep funding cuts affecting over 70 countries. Clinics are closing, health workers are being laid off, and patients are facing rising out-of-pocket costs. The WHO itself is facing a $600 million budget shortfall and expects a 21% funding reduction over the next two years. With the United States scaling back support, China is set to become the organization’s largest financial contributor. Dr. Tedros called on nations to realign their priorities, stressing that defense spending continues to eclipse investment in global health security. "Countries spend vast sums protecting themselves against attac...
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World Health Day 2025: Prioritizing Maternal and Newborn Health for a Healthier Future

World Health Day 2025: Prioritizing Maternal and Newborn Health for a Healthier Future

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GHealth News - The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the theme for World Health Day 2025: "Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures." This year’s campaign will focus on improving maternal and newborn health and survival. Observed annually on April 7—the anniversary of WHO’s founding in 1948—World Health Day highlights key global health issues. “This campaign comes at a critical time, aiming to help countries recover lost progress while showcasing new research and evidence to improve the health of women and newborns worldwide,” said Dr. Anshu Banerjee, WHO’s Director of Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health and Ageing. “As humanitarian aid rollbacks threaten vital healthcare for millions, this is an opportunity to strengthen global support and collaboration—bringing ho...
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Global Health at Risk: WHO Director-General Sounds Alarm on US Funding Cuts

Global Health at Risk: WHO Director-General Sounds Alarm on US Funding Cuts

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GHealth News - During a media briefing on Wednesday, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus discussed the impact of funding suspensions, pointing out disruptions to HIV treatment, delays in polio eradication, and limited resources for tackling mpox outbreaks in Africa. Tedros explained, "The suspension of funding to PEPFAR, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, resulted in an immediate halt to HIV treatment, testing, and prevention services across 50 countries." He emphasized that while life-saving services were granted a waiver, prevention programs for at-risk populations are still excluded, clinics have closed, and health workers have been furloughed. Tedros called on the US Government to rethink its funding strategy, at least until alternative solutions are f...
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