The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) convened in Geneva from May 18-23, 2026, bringing together global health leaders under the theme “Reshaping global health: a shared responsibility.” Over six days, …
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Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly WHA79
Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79), convened by the World Health Organization, is the highest decision-making forum in global health. Held in Geneva, it brings together …
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Summit Declaration: The 12th National Summit of Health and Population Scientists in Nepal
Overview The 12th National Summit of Health and Population Scientists in Nepal concluded with the adoption of the Five-Point Declaration, reinforcing Nepal’s commitment to evidence-informed health policy and health system …
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Joint political declaration on the reform of the global health architecture
In a landmark move at the One Health Summit coinciding with World Health Day, governments, international organizations, and key stakeholders issued a joint declaration calling for urgent reforms in global …
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Political declaration of the fourth high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the prevention and control of NCDs and the promotion of mental health and well-being
Overview Leaders from across the world at the Eightieth United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) have adopted the political declaration to combat noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health challenges through a fully …
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Kathmandu Declaration: Financing for Universal Health Coverage
International Conference on Health Economics 11-12 December 2025 The International Conference on Health Economics, held on 11–12 December 2025 in Kathmandu, concluded successfully under the leadership of the Nepal Health …
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The Belém Health Action Plan for the Adaptation of the Health Sector to Climate Change
Overview During COP30, Brazil unveiled the Belém Health Action Plan, marking the first international climate adaptation framework dedicated specifically to the health sector. The plan provides a comprehensive set of …
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Responding to the health financing emergency: Immediate response and longer-term shifts
Overview The World Health Organization (WHO) today released new guidance for countries on ways to counter the immediate and long-term effects of sudden and severe cuts to external funding, which …
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Nepal: Information sheet on climate change, air pollution, and health
Overview The 2025 Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change has been published, revealing that the health impacts of climate change have reached unprecedented and alarming levels. …
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Taking a strategic approach to urban health: a guide for decision-makers
Overview The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a new guide for decision-makers titled Taking a Strategic Approach to Urban Health, offering practical strategies to advance a new phase of urban …
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