WHO Says Monkeypox Risk ‘Moderate’ – Transmision by Droplets, Mouth Lesions, Contaminated Bedding and Across Placenta 30/05/2022 Editorial team Monkeypox can be spread by an infected person through salive and droplets, including mouth lesions, as well as via bedding. A mother can also pass the virus to her baby across the placenta. In addition, untreated HIV might increase the risk of more serious infection. So warned Dr Rosamund Lewis, the WHO’s monkeypox expert, at […] Continue reading -> Another Reported Wild Polio Case in Mozambique Highlights Fragility of Eradication Gains 30/05/2022 Rahul Basharat Rajput World Health Organization (WHO) member states endorsed a new polio eradication strategy 2022-2026 last week that aims to permanently interrupt all poliovirus transmission – both of the wild poliovirus and vaccine-derived cases. Meanwhile, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the discovery of a second wild poliovirus case in Africa, confirmed on 18 […] Continue reading -> Assembly Approves Process to Update International Health Regulations on Pandemic Response 28/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Diplomats approve the complex process they will use to update the legally binding rules among nations for responding to global health emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic. GENEVA – The 194-nation World Health Assembly approved a resolution on Friday that halves the two-year period for amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) to take effect down […] Continue reading -> Concrete Action is What Will Count Against Non-Communicable Diseases, Urges Tedros After Marathon Discussions 27/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan While the World Health Assembly adopted a raft of roadmaps, strategies and resolutions to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) on Friday, what was important was their implementation, said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. “It is impossible to overstate the importance of concerted action against non-communicable diseases, which account for 85% of all premature mortality in low and […] Continue reading -> WHO Recommends Monkeypox Vaccine Stockpile 27/05/2022 John Heilprin GENEVA — The monkeypox outbreak has spread to almost 200 cases reported by more than 20 nations outside of Africa, where the disease is endemic. But the epidemic can be contained through a quick response, World Health Organization (WHO) officials told a public briefing for member nations on Friday. With few vaccines and drugs available […] Continue reading -> Pfizer Launches Initiative to Share Medicines with Low Income Countries 26/05/2022 Editorial team Pfizer will provide all of its current and future patent-protected medicines and vaccines available in the United States and the European Union on a not-for-profit basis to 45 lower-income countries where some 1.5 billion people live. However, critics have questioned whether the announcement has been timed to undermine a possible waiver on intellectual property for […] Continue reading -> WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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. 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Another Reported Wild Polio Case in Mozambique Highlights Fragility of Eradication Gains 30/05/2022 Rahul Basharat Rajput World Health Organization (WHO) member states endorsed a new polio eradication strategy 2022-2026 last week that aims to permanently interrupt all poliovirus transmission – both of the wild poliovirus and vaccine-derived cases. Meanwhile, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the discovery of a second wild poliovirus case in Africa, confirmed on 18 […] Continue reading -> Assembly Approves Process to Update International Health Regulations on Pandemic Response 28/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Diplomats approve the complex process they will use to update the legally binding rules among nations for responding to global health emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic. GENEVA – The 194-nation World Health Assembly approved a resolution on Friday that halves the two-year period for amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) to take effect down […] Continue reading -> Concrete Action is What Will Count Against Non-Communicable Diseases, Urges Tedros After Marathon Discussions 27/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan While the World Health Assembly adopted a raft of roadmaps, strategies and resolutions to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) on Friday, what was important was their implementation, said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. “It is impossible to overstate the importance of concerted action against non-communicable diseases, which account for 85% of all premature mortality in low and […] Continue reading -> WHO Recommends Monkeypox Vaccine Stockpile 27/05/2022 John Heilprin GENEVA — The monkeypox outbreak has spread to almost 200 cases reported by more than 20 nations outside of Africa, where the disease is endemic. But the epidemic can be contained through a quick response, World Health Organization (WHO) officials told a public briefing for member nations on Friday. With few vaccines and drugs available […] Continue reading -> Pfizer Launches Initiative to Share Medicines with Low Income Countries 26/05/2022 Editorial team Pfizer will provide all of its current and future patent-protected medicines and vaccines available in the United States and the European Union on a not-for-profit basis to 45 lower-income countries where some 1.5 billion people live. However, critics have questioned whether the announcement has been timed to undermine a possible waiver on intellectual property for […] Continue reading -> WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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.
Assembly Approves Process to Update International Health Regulations on Pandemic Response 28/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Diplomats approve the complex process they will use to update the legally binding rules among nations for responding to global health emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic. GENEVA – The 194-nation World Health Assembly approved a resolution on Friday that halves the two-year period for amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) to take effect down […] Continue reading -> Concrete Action is What Will Count Against Non-Communicable Diseases, Urges Tedros After Marathon Discussions 27/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan While the World Health Assembly adopted a raft of roadmaps, strategies and resolutions to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) on Friday, what was important was their implementation, said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. “It is impossible to overstate the importance of concerted action against non-communicable diseases, which account for 85% of all premature mortality in low and […] Continue reading -> WHO Recommends Monkeypox Vaccine Stockpile 27/05/2022 John Heilprin GENEVA — The monkeypox outbreak has spread to almost 200 cases reported by more than 20 nations outside of Africa, where the disease is endemic. But the epidemic can be contained through a quick response, World Health Organization (WHO) officials told a public briefing for member nations on Friday. With few vaccines and drugs available […] Continue reading -> Pfizer Launches Initiative to Share Medicines with Low Income Countries 26/05/2022 Editorial team Pfizer will provide all of its current and future patent-protected medicines and vaccines available in the United States and the European Union on a not-for-profit basis to 45 lower-income countries where some 1.5 billion people live. However, critics have questioned whether the announcement has been timed to undermine a possible waiver on intellectual property for […] Continue reading -> WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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.
Concrete Action is What Will Count Against Non-Communicable Diseases, Urges Tedros After Marathon Discussions 27/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan While the World Health Assembly adopted a raft of roadmaps, strategies and resolutions to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) on Friday, what was important was their implementation, said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. “It is impossible to overstate the importance of concerted action against non-communicable diseases, which account for 85% of all premature mortality in low and […] Continue reading -> WHO Recommends Monkeypox Vaccine Stockpile 27/05/2022 John Heilprin GENEVA — The monkeypox outbreak has spread to almost 200 cases reported by more than 20 nations outside of Africa, where the disease is endemic. But the epidemic can be contained through a quick response, World Health Organization (WHO) officials told a public briefing for member nations on Friday. With few vaccines and drugs available […] Continue reading -> Pfizer Launches Initiative to Share Medicines with Low Income Countries 26/05/2022 Editorial team Pfizer will provide all of its current and future patent-protected medicines and vaccines available in the United States and the European Union on a not-for-profit basis to 45 lower-income countries where some 1.5 billion people live. However, critics have questioned whether the announcement has been timed to undermine a possible waiver on intellectual property for […] Continue reading -> WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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 Recommends Monkeypox Vaccine Stockpile 27/05/2022 John Heilprin GENEVA — The monkeypox outbreak has spread to almost 200 cases reported by more than 20 nations outside of Africa, where the disease is endemic. But the epidemic can be contained through a quick response, World Health Organization (WHO) officials told a public briefing for member nations on Friday. With few vaccines and drugs available […] Continue reading -> Pfizer Launches Initiative to Share Medicines with Low Income Countries 26/05/2022 Editorial team Pfizer will provide all of its current and future patent-protected medicines and vaccines available in the United States and the European Union on a not-for-profit basis to 45 lower-income countries where some 1.5 billion people live. However, critics have questioned whether the announcement has been timed to undermine a possible waiver on intellectual property for […] Continue reading -> WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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.
Pfizer Launches Initiative to Share Medicines with Low Income Countries 26/05/2022 Editorial team Pfizer will provide all of its current and future patent-protected medicines and vaccines available in the United States and the European Union on a not-for-profit basis to 45 lower-income countries where some 1.5 billion people live. However, critics have questioned whether the announcement has been timed to undermine a possible waiver on intellectual property for […] Continue reading -> WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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.
WHA Condemns Russian ‘Aggression’ in Ukraine 26/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin The World Health Assembly on Thursday approved a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by 88 votes to 12 – but the 53 abstentions reflected the discomfort of many member states with a debate that polarised the global health body. Russia’s counter-resolution only garnered 15 votes including those of Belarus, Burundi and Eritrea, with 66 […] Continue reading -> Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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.
Loyce Pace: US ‘Hopeful’ on Reaching Consensus on Reform of International Health Regulations 25/05/2022 Elaine Ruth Fletcher GENEVA – Despite pushback Monday from many WHO member states, including the 47-member ‘Africa Group’, Loyce Pace, US Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services remains “hopeful we may reach consensus” on reforming international health emergency rules at the World Health Assembly this week. The proposal backed by Australia, […] Continue reading -> Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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.
Numerous Unknowns and Uncertainties About Monkeypox, WHO Acknowledges 25/05/2022 Paul Adepoju The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t fully know what is driving the latest monkeypox outbreaks; it doesn’t know the virus’ animal reservoir nor knows what the future holds for the disease. A session at the 75th World Health Assembly that was aimed at enlightening member countries ended up highlighting the existence of knowledge gaps and […] Continue reading -> WHO Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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 Financing Reform Overwhelmingly Backed 24/05/2022 Kerry Cullinan & John Heilprin In a groundbreaking decision on financing reform, the World Health Assembly (WHA) resolved on Tuesday that half of the world body’s budget will be derived from members’ fees by 2030. That will reduce the World Health Organization’s (WHO) massive reliance on donors. But there was less enthusiasm for revising the International Health Regulations (IHR). The […] 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