New Delhi, May 24, 2026: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). The declaration was made on May 17, 2026, under the International Health Regulations (IHR) 2005. The Africa Centres for Disease Control […]
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Geneva, April 7, 2026: The World Health Organization has suspended medical evacuations from Gaza after a contracted worker was killed during a security incident, raising fresh concerns over the safety of humanitarian operations in the conflict affected region. According to WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the individual was providing services to the organisation in […]
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May 17, 2025 – Today marks World Hypertension Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about high blood pressure, one of the leading risk factors for heart disease, stroke, and premature death worldwide. With the theme of this year’s campaign focused on “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer,” health professionals are urging […]
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Niger : Niger has made history by becoming the first country in Africa to eliminate onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness. The announcement was made by Niger’s Minister of Public Health, Population, and Social Affairs, Garba Hakimi, during an official ceremony, marking a significant milestone in public health for the nation. Niger’s achievement is particularly […]
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