
WHO warns of gaps, bias in research on climate and vector-borne disease
Most research has focused on wealthier countries that have relatively low disease rates and access to quality heath care.
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Most research has focused on wealthier countries that have relatively low disease rates and access to quality heath care.
Negotiators had to juggle the promotion of health access and global equity with reaffirmation of nations' sovereignty.
At least 200 humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza — more than 95% Palestinians – since the outbreak of war.
Negotiators and officials aim to wrap up so that May's 77th World Health Assembly can consider a proposed text.
WHO warns disease and hunger are at alarming levels in the Congo, where almost 10 million people are on the move.
Ambient fine particulate matter known as PM2.5 is considered the world’s leading environmental health risk factor.
WHO's chief warned that 'a torrent of mis- and disinformation' affects pandemic treaty negotiations restarting this week.
The U.N. Security Council demanded an immediate end to fighting in Sudan during Ramadan, which begins Sunday.
Humanitarian groups demanded a probe into an 'apparent mass killing' at an aid drop where Israel blamed a stampede.
The World Health Organization's executive board began planning for the World Health Assembly.
International aid groups face a daunting task struggling to deliver food, treat the injured and fight disease in Gaza.
The multilateral effort fell short of its ambitious targets but still managed to save an estimated 2.7 million lives.
Gaza's aid reached a breaking point as Israel fought to destroy Hamas and groups warned Palestinians face starvation.
Negotiators are expected to submit a draft pandemic accord to the 194-nation World Health Assembly for approval next May.
The United Nations and agencies rushed to provide humanitarian aid as Israel and Hamas began a four-day truce.
Medical facilities are running out of supplies and fuel, which Israel hasn't allowed into Gaza for a month now.