171 stories tagged #WHO

  1. Ebola Cases Surge Past 1,000: Urgent Call for Humanitarian Aid in DR Congo
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    Ebola Cases Surge Past 1,000: Urgent Call for Humanitarian Aid in DR Congo

    UNICEF highlights children's vulnerability as Ebola cases exceed 1,000 in DR Congo. Urgent resources needed for affected communities.

    yesterday 1 min read
  2. Men’s Health Awareness Month: Addressing the Mortality and Mental Health Crisis
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    Men’s Health Awareness Month: Addressing the Mortality and Mental Health Crisis

    CDC data reveals American men face a five-year life expectancy gap and rising suicide rates. Experts outline actionable strategies for cardiovascular health, mental resilience, and breaking generational trauma cycles.

    3d ago 2 min read
  3. Ebola Outbreak Crosses Borders as Conflict Hinders Response in Eastern DRC
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    Ebola Outbreak Crosses Borders as Conflict Hinders Response in Eastern DRC

    WHO and UN agencies escalate Ebola response in DR Congo and Uganda amid armed conflict. Cross-border transmission risks rise as humanitarian appeals seek urgent funding for maternal health and surveillance.

    4d ago 2 min read
  4. Missing Ebola Patient Recovered in DR Congo Amid Security Crisis
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    Missing Ebola Patient Recovered in DR Congo Amid Security Crisis

    A six-year-old Ebola patient abducted from a Butembo hospital has been found stable. Health officials face community distrust and a rare Bundibugyo strain without an available vaccine.

    4d ago 2 min read
  5. Europe Weighs Teen Social Media Bans Amid Rising Harm to Girls
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    Europe Weighs Teen Social Media Bans Amid Rising Harm to Girls

    European nations consider banning teen social media access as WHO data reveals problematic usage surged to 11%, disproportionately impacting adolescent girls despite limited evidence on ban efficacy.

    4d ago 1 min read
  6. Danish Study Links Parental Conception Time to Offspring Infertility Risk
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    Danish Study Links Parental Conception Time to Offspring Infertility Risk

    A Danish cohort study reveals that prolonged parental time to pregnancy and maternal infertility history significantly increase infertility risks in adult children, particularly daughters.

    5d ago 2 min read
  7. England HPV Vaccine Program Achieves 100% Mortality Reduction in Young Women
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    England HPV Vaccine Program Achieves 100% Mortality Reduction in Young Women

    Landmark Lancet study confirms England's HPV vaccination scheme eliminated cervical cancer deaths in women aged 20-24, preventing approximately 200 fatalities and validating WHO elimination goals.

    5d ago 1 min read
  8. WHO and Brazil Urge Finalization of Pandemic Treaty Ahead of Critical July Deadline
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    WHO and Brazil Urge Finalization of Pandemic Treaty Ahead of Critical July Deadline

    Global leaders face pressure to complete a pathogen-sharing annex vital to preventing future health crises, as scientists warn of a 25% chance of another pandemic this decade.

    last wk. 2 min read