Nepal Health Conclave 26-27 December, 2024, Kathmandu, Nepal The “Nepal Health Conclave 2024: Coordinating Diaspora for Healthcare Strengthening“, organized by the Government of Nepal, Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), …
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Viet Nam eliminates trachoma as a public health problem
In a significant health milestone, Viet Nam has successfully eliminated trachoma. This remarkable achievement was validated by the World Health Organization (WHO) and a plaque was presented to the Vice Minister of …
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World Medical Association Declaration of Helsinki – Ethical Principles for Medical Research Involving Human Participants
The 2024 revision of the Declaration of Helsinki was adopted by the World Medical Association (WMA) General Assembly in Helsinki, following a 30-month review process. This key global framework for …
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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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Countries in WHO South-East Asia Region commit to adolescent responsive health systems
The Member States of WHO South-East Asia Region today adopted a Ministerial Declaration on Adolescent-Responsive Health Systems committing to policies, resources and services tailored to the unique needs of this …
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WHO felicitates Member States for public health achievements
The World Health Organization today felicitated Bhutan for achieving interim targets for cervical cancer elimination; India for eliminating trachoma; Timor-Leste for eliminating lymphatic filariasis; Maldives and Sri Lanka for Hepatitis …
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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 …
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WHO launches global strategic plan to fight rising dengue and other Aedes-borne arboviral diseases
3 October 2024 Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched the Global Strategic Preparedness, Readiness and Response Plan (SPRP) to tackle dengue and other Aedes-borne arboviruses. The Plan aims at reducing the …
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Brazil eliminates lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem
1 October 2024 : The World Health Organization (WHO) congratulates Brazil for having eliminated lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem. “Eliminating a disease is a momentous accomplishment that takes unwavering …
