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The World Health Organization's Director-General, Tedros Ghebreyesus, has condemned attacks in southern Lebanon, revealing that nine paramedics lost their lives while more than 120 health workers suffered injuries since violence surged on March 2.
The Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Tedros Ghebreyesus, has denounced missile strikes in the UAE that resulted in eight fatalities and injured 158 people. He warned of escalating health risks amid ongoing regional conflicts.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Africa still carries a significant percentage of the world's Tuberculosis (TB) cases, with 378,000 reported deaths in 2024. The findings were published in advance of World TB Day 2026.
World Health Organisation Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus has expressed deep concerns regarding the escalating violence between Afghanistan and Pakistan, particularly its effects on health facilities and civilian safety. Reports indicate that recent clashes have severely impacted healthcare services, resulting in significant casualties.
Argentina has officially departed from the World Health Organization, as confirmed by its foreign minister. This decision aligns with earlier actions taken by the United States regarding their membership.
The World Health Organisation has expressed outrage over the deaths of 14 medical personnel in southern Lebanon due to recent Israeli attacks, categorizing the events as a distressing escalation in the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed 13 attacks on healthcare facilities in Iran during the ongoing US/Israel-Iran conflict. The escalating violence poses significant risks to healthcare services across the Middle East.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced its support for nine countries, primarily in Africa, to begin administering lenacapavir, a new long-acting medication for HIV prevention. The Director-General, Tedros Ghebreyesus, hailed the drug as a significant advancement in HIV combat.
World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus has raised alarms about damage to healthcare facilities in Tehran as conflict escalates. Concerns grow regarding the impact on civilian safety and health systems in the region.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed Nigeria's significant progress in combating malaria, highlighting decreased infection rates and enhanced access to treatments and preventive measures throughout the country.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that nearly two-thirds of all maternal fatalities globally are concentrated in countries affected by conflict. In 2023, approximately 160,000 women lost their lives due to preventable complications associated with pregnancy in these fragile areas.
The United States officially terminates its relationship with the World Health Organization (WHO) today, a year after President Trump announced the withdrawal. WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus expressed hope for the US to reconsider its decision.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging governments globally to implement higher taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages and alcoholic products. This recommendation aims to curb consumption of these harmful products, which are linked to a rise in non-communicable diseases and a strain on healthcare systems. The organization suggests that revenue generated from these taxes can be reinvested into public health initiatives.
