Proposal to be submitted to World Health Assembly in May for consideration. After more than three years of intensive negotiations, WHO Member States took a major step forward in efforts …
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WHO, St. Jude launch groundbreaking international delivery of childhood cancer medicines
The World Health Organization (WHO) and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have commenced distribution of critically-needed childhood cancer medicines in 2 of 6 pilot countries, through the Global Platform for Access …
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WHO thanks Nepal for its contribution to South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund
New Delhi | 10 February 2025: The World Health Organization South-East Asia Region today thanked the Ministry of Health and Population, Government of Nepal, for contributing Nepalese Rupees 1500 000, …
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Expression of interest – WHO SEARO Youth Council
Application Deadline: 17 July 2025 (Deadline extended) Expression of interest The World Health Organization South-East Asia Office is pleased to announce the call for expressions of interest for the WHO SEARO Youth …
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WHO comments on United States announcement of intent to withdraw
NEW YORK, 20 January 2025 – The United States President Trump signs Executive Order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO). Geneva, 21 January 2025 – The World …
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World Malaria Report 2024
Overview Each year, the World malaria report serves as a vital tool to assess global progress and gaps in the fight against malaria. This year’s report provides a critical and …
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The 2024 Global Heath Expenditure Report
The 2024 Global Heath Expenditure Report by the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that the average per capita government spending on health in all country income groups fell in 2022 from 2021 …
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Egypt is certified malaria-free by WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Egypt as malaria-free, marking a significant public health milestone for a country with more than 100 million inhabitants. The achievement follows a nearly …
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US$ 1 billion in new and reaffirmed funding commitments announced for WHO’s ongoing Investment Round
Berlin: In a powerful demonstration of high-level support, the World Health Organization (WHO) today received nearly US$ 700 million in new funding commitments from European countries, foundations and others, and …
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WHO adds an HPV vaccine for single-dose use
4 October 2024 : WHO announced that a fourth WHO-prequalified human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine product, Cecolin® has been confirmed for use in a single-dose schedule. The decision is made based on …
