Rwanda’s High-Level Critical Care Ensures Low Marburg Fatality Rate 21/10/2024 Kerry Cullinan After a full week of no new Marburg cases, Rwanda appears to have contained one of the biggest recorded of the deadly virus outbreaks – and with a low case fatality rate of 24%. World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who visited the country over the weekend, praised the level of Rwanda’s […] Continue reading -> World Can Halve Premature Deaths by 2050, Lancet Commission Reports 15/10/2024 Stefan Anderson BERLIN – Countries worldwide, regardless of income level, can halve premature death rates by 2050, a new Lancet report presented at the closing of the World Health Summit in Berlin suggests. Fifteen key health threats are driving premature deaths worldwide, with tobacco use leading the pack “by far”, the Lancet Commission for Investing in Health […] Continue reading -> WHO Secures $1 Billion at First European Investment Round 15/10/2024 Stefan Anderson & Elaine Ruth Fletcher BERLIN – The World Health Organization secured $1 billion in pledges at a landmark fundraising event in Berlin on Monday, kickstarting a major campaign by the UN agency to overhaul its funding model and enhance its ability to tackle global health emergencies. The billion-dollar total includes $700 million in new pledges from European nations and […] Continue reading -> Human Behaviour Drives Pandemics – And Rebuilding Trust is Essential 14/10/2024 Kerry Cullinan While the next pathogen with pandemic potential may be lurking in a faraway creature, human behaviour will drive it to become a pandemic, according to the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB), which issued its first comprehensive pandemic risk report on Monday. The four riskiest human behaviours involve our global mobility, agricultural and farming practices, mis- […] Continue reading -> WHO Targets European Funds in World Health Summit ‘Investment Round’ 13/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher & Stefan Anderson BERLIN — The World Health Organization is kicking off its first European “investment round” Monday at the World Health Summit, seeking to secure backing for its $11.1 billion four-year strategic plan. The Berlin summit, a marquee event on the global health calendar, draws thousands of health leaders, researchers, and advocacy groups. On the agenda: pandemic […] Continue reading -> Update on the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme 11/10/2024 Medicines Patent Pool & World Health Organization A recent article published by HPW based on research by Matthew Herder and Ximena Benavides made several criticisms and observations about the mRNA programme. HPW asked the mRNA co-leaders, the MPP and WHO, to respond to the issues raised and this is their response. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, established by the World Health Organization […] Continue reading -> Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... 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World Can Halve Premature Deaths by 2050, Lancet Commission Reports 15/10/2024 Stefan Anderson BERLIN – Countries worldwide, regardless of income level, can halve premature death rates by 2050, a new Lancet report presented at the closing of the World Health Summit in Berlin suggests. Fifteen key health threats are driving premature deaths worldwide, with tobacco use leading the pack “by far”, the Lancet Commission for Investing in Health […] Continue reading -> WHO Secures $1 Billion at First European Investment Round 15/10/2024 Stefan Anderson & Elaine Ruth Fletcher BERLIN – The World Health Organization secured $1 billion in pledges at a landmark fundraising event in Berlin on Monday, kickstarting a major campaign by the UN agency to overhaul its funding model and enhance its ability to tackle global health emergencies. The billion-dollar total includes $700 million in new pledges from European nations and […] Continue reading -> Human Behaviour Drives Pandemics – And Rebuilding Trust is Essential 14/10/2024 Kerry Cullinan While the next pathogen with pandemic potential may be lurking in a faraway creature, human behaviour will drive it to become a pandemic, according to the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB), which issued its first comprehensive pandemic risk report on Monday. The four riskiest human behaviours involve our global mobility, agricultural and farming practices, mis- […] Continue reading -> WHO Targets European Funds in World Health Summit ‘Investment Round’ 13/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher & Stefan Anderson BERLIN — The World Health Organization is kicking off its first European “investment round” Monday at the World Health Summit, seeking to secure backing for its $11.1 billion four-year strategic plan. The Berlin summit, a marquee event on the global health calendar, draws thousands of health leaders, researchers, and advocacy groups. On the agenda: pandemic […] Continue reading -> Update on the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme 11/10/2024 Medicines Patent Pool & World Health Organization A recent article published by HPW based on research by Matthew Herder and Ximena Benavides made several criticisms and observations about the mRNA programme. HPW asked the mRNA co-leaders, the MPP and WHO, to respond to the issues raised and this is their response. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, established by the World Health Organization […] Continue reading -> Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Secures $1 Billion at First European Investment Round 15/10/2024 Stefan Anderson & Elaine Ruth Fletcher BERLIN – The World Health Organization secured $1 billion in pledges at a landmark fundraising event in Berlin on Monday, kickstarting a major campaign by the UN agency to overhaul its funding model and enhance its ability to tackle global health emergencies. The billion-dollar total includes $700 million in new pledges from European nations and […] Continue reading -> Human Behaviour Drives Pandemics – And Rebuilding Trust is Essential 14/10/2024 Kerry Cullinan While the next pathogen with pandemic potential may be lurking in a faraway creature, human behaviour will drive it to become a pandemic, according to the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB), which issued its first comprehensive pandemic risk report on Monday. The four riskiest human behaviours involve our global mobility, agricultural and farming practices, mis- […] Continue reading -> WHO Targets European Funds in World Health Summit ‘Investment Round’ 13/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher & Stefan Anderson BERLIN — The World Health Organization is kicking off its first European “investment round” Monday at the World Health Summit, seeking to secure backing for its $11.1 billion four-year strategic plan. The Berlin summit, a marquee event on the global health calendar, draws thousands of health leaders, researchers, and advocacy groups. On the agenda: pandemic […] Continue reading -> Update on the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme 11/10/2024 Medicines Patent Pool & World Health Organization A recent article published by HPW based on research by Matthew Herder and Ximena Benavides made several criticisms and observations about the mRNA programme. HPW asked the mRNA co-leaders, the MPP and WHO, to respond to the issues raised and this is their response. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, established by the World Health Organization […] Continue reading -> Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Human Behaviour Drives Pandemics – And Rebuilding Trust is Essential 14/10/2024 Kerry Cullinan While the next pathogen with pandemic potential may be lurking in a faraway creature, human behaviour will drive it to become a pandemic, according to the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB), which issued its first comprehensive pandemic risk report on Monday. The four riskiest human behaviours involve our global mobility, agricultural and farming practices, mis- […] Continue reading -> WHO Targets European Funds in World Health Summit ‘Investment Round’ 13/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher & Stefan Anderson BERLIN — The World Health Organization is kicking off its first European “investment round” Monday at the World Health Summit, seeking to secure backing for its $11.1 billion four-year strategic plan. The Berlin summit, a marquee event on the global health calendar, draws thousands of health leaders, researchers, and advocacy groups. On the agenda: pandemic […] Continue reading -> Update on the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme 11/10/2024 Medicines Patent Pool & World Health Organization A recent article published by HPW based on research by Matthew Herder and Ximena Benavides made several criticisms and observations about the mRNA programme. HPW asked the mRNA co-leaders, the MPP and WHO, to respond to the issues raised and this is their response. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, established by the World Health Organization […] Continue reading -> Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Targets European Funds in World Health Summit ‘Investment Round’ 13/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher & Stefan Anderson BERLIN — The World Health Organization is kicking off its first European “investment round” Monday at the World Health Summit, seeking to secure backing for its $11.1 billion four-year strategic plan. The Berlin summit, a marquee event on the global health calendar, draws thousands of health leaders, researchers, and advocacy groups. On the agenda: pandemic […] Continue reading -> Update on the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme 11/10/2024 Medicines Patent Pool & World Health Organization A recent article published by HPW based on research by Matthew Herder and Ximena Benavides made several criticisms and observations about the mRNA programme. HPW asked the mRNA co-leaders, the MPP and WHO, to respond to the issues raised and this is their response. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, established by the World Health Organization […] Continue reading -> Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Update on the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme 11/10/2024 Medicines Patent Pool & World Health Organization A recent article published by HPW based on research by Matthew Herder and Ximena Benavides made several criticisms and observations about the mRNA programme. HPW asked the mRNA co-leaders, the MPP and WHO, to respond to the issues raised and this is their response. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, established by the World Health Organization […] Continue reading -> Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Africa CDC Accuses US Government of Creating Panic in Travel Advisory Over Rwanda Marburg Outbreak 10/10/2024 Paul Adepoju The Africa CDC has slammed the US government’s recent Level 3 travel advisory for Rwanda as unfair and baseless, arguing it undermines Rwanda’s proactive efforts to contain a Marburg outbreak. With rapid testing, vaccinations, and coordinated emergency response measures in place, Rwanda’s leaders insist the country poses no international threat and warn that travel restrictions […] Continue reading -> PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
PAHO Unveils New Strategies, and a Focus on Equity, at Regional Committee Meeting 04/10/2024 Sophia Samantaroy WASHINGTON DC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) wrapped up its 61st Directing Council on Friday, after member states adopted policies ranging from health system strengthening to climate and health adaptation and mitigation. The council also reflected on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and presented a roadmap for a new strategic plan for […] Continue reading -> WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Revises RSV Vaccine Guidance; Africa Chalks Up Gains in Campaigns on HPV, Measles and ‘Zero-Dose’ Children 02/10/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher For the first time ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that pregnant women be vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or that their newborns receive a dose of monoclonal antibodies to protect them against severe RSV disease, which has seen a global resurgence as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. In 2022-2023, RSV was the […] Continue reading -> WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO’s mRNA Vaccine Hub Faces ‘Uncertainty and Structural Weaknesses’ 30/09/2024 Kerry Cullinan The establishment of an “mRNA hub” in South Africa to build the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to develop vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic was widely hailed as a solution to Africa’s lack of manufacturing ability. But three years after its launch in June 2021, the hub faces uncertainties, risks and shortfalls – […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy