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 …
Overview Global efforts to combat viral hepatitis are delivering measurable progress in reducing infections and deaths, but the disease remains a major global health challenge, according to a new World …
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World Malaria Day 2026 | Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.
The theme of World Malaria Day 2026—“Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.”—is both a message of hope and a call to action. Overview Each year, World …
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International Wellness Day: Promoting Global Wellness for All
Overview The observance of the first-ever International Wellness Day (15 April) marks a historic step in recognising wellness as a global priority. At a time when health challenges are becoming …
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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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World Water Day 2026 | Water & Gender Equality
Every year on 22 March, the world marks World Water Day — a reminder that water is a human right and a foundation for health, dignity, and development. Yet, the …
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Global curriculum guide for community health workers
Community health workers (CHWs) are the backbone of primary health care in many countries. They provide essential health services, support disease prevention and health promotion, and help communities navigate health …
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National Standard Operating Procedure for Early Warning, Alert and Response System (EWARS), 2025
Overview The Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) has released the updated National Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Early Warning, Alert and Response System (EWARS) 2025. It incorporates critical …
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Priority Infectious Diseases for Community-Based Surveillance in Nepal
Overview The Government of Nepal, Ministry of Health and Population, recently endorsed the Community-Based Disease Surveillance Guideline, 2082. This guideline identifies 52 priority infectious diseases mandated for surveillance and reporting. …