World not on track to meet 2020 milestone for malaria control: WHO
Currently, less than one per cent of the global funds for health R&D investment are allocated to develop tools to fight malaria
India has fourth highest number of measles cases in the world: WHO
The country’s disease incidence rate per million is 29.68, the lowest in the top 10 countries
WHO launches tool for safer use of antibiotics, curb resistance
The health body has also begun a global campaign to achieve 60% increase in use of drugs that target a specific microorganism rather than several …
Depression, anxiety, trauma stress, bipolarity, schizophrenia: Unaccounted costs of conflicts
New estimates by WHO indicate the world has grossly underplayed the problem
How safe is your food. Not much it seems
Contaminated food leads to the death of 2 million people around the globe annually and is responsible for more than 200 types of diseases
WHO launches high impact plan to check malaria
The newly launched response, high burden to high impact, builds on the principle that no one should die from a disease that can be easily prevented
WHO must play a decisive role in climate adaptation, says chief Tedros
The new director-general emphasised on health impacts of climate change as one of WHO's priorities
Environmental regulators key to curb antimicrobial resistance
The environmental contribution to the spread of antimicrobial resistance is yet to receive due attention at global and regional levels
Quality healthcare can prevent mothers, babies from dying
According to WHO, the day of birth was potentially the most dangerous time for mothers as well as babies
Religion can play major role in tackling neglected tropical diseases
Leaders in churches, mosques and temples can raise awareness about NTDs and their health impact on populations, says study
Low to moderate risk of Zika outbreak in Europe: WHO
The risk was assessed based on two factors—the likelihood of Zika virus spread and existing capacity to prevent transmission
Few governments levy appropriate levels of tax on tobacco products, says WHO report
Evidence shows WHO’s recommendation to increase tax on tobacco products is the most effective way to curb its consumption
World Drowning Prevention Day: There is a need to create safe spaces, says WHO
Drowning is among the top 10 leading causes of death for children and youth aged between one and 24 years
Elon Musk’s approach to free speech could have implications for health messaging
Twitter has emerged as a key arena for public health messaging about COVID-19; but Musk’s own actions during the pandemic could undo it all
Tackling antimicrobial resistance: Now G7 health ministers take it up
Report highlights key healthcare challenges, G7 commitments to address them
COVID-19: Half the world unable to provide regular day-to-day primary care
More than a year into the pandemic, countries remain preoccupied with the COVID-19 care compromising on other healthcares
WHO: More investments needed in Africa to control, eliminate neglected tropical diseases
Around 400 million people in the region are still affected; 99 million in 26 countries at risk of not receiving treatment
It is time for us to leave the pandemic behind and concentrate on emerging pathogens: Chandrakant Lahariya
Every new variant or subvariant is not of concern. Any future variant is unlikely to cause a major wave. The COVID-19 vaccines are unlikely to be …
High levels of uranium in groundwater of eastern Karnataka’s 57 villages: Study
Uranium concentration in groundwater exceeded 30 μg/l, more than the WHO-prescribed limit, in 57 out of 73 villages
Air pollution pushes mortality in Canadians: Study
This is despite the fact that the country has one of the lowest levels of air pollution in the world
Cutting antimicrobial use, promoting good farming practices can enhance farm productivity
A six-year study conducted by UK researchers showed that these steps can help increase milk yield and fertility parameters and drop clinical …
Progress in SDG indicators still not up to the mark: WHO
The report also notes discrepancies in life expectancy among rich and poor nations, men and women and suggests five key actions to improve global …
Looking back at 2020: The year we must not forget
Once upon a time there was no COVID-19; then came the last day of 2019. Exactly a year ago, on December 31, 2019, China flagged the threat with …
WHO declares COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic
Alarmed not only at severity of disease but also by countries’ inaction, says WHO director general
WHO slams tobacco industry for interference in cessation efforts
The UN public health agency warned its member countries to not fall for such firms’ campaigns that are to manipulate the perception of …