Tag: WHO
Asia on alert as Hantavirus cases spur global action
Cruises are regarded as the ultimate stress reliever and the epitome of a dream vacation. But that was likely not the case for the 147 passengers and crew aboard a Dutch-flagged cruise ship where the World Health Organization (WHO) reported […]
Immunization coverage falters in Southeast Asia; zero-dose children a top concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia region has raised an important healthcare issue that could save lives, calling for sustained efforts to expand vaccine access while warning that millions remain unprotected despite decades of progress in immunization. It said […]
Gains in Hepatitis response undercut by slow progress toward 2030 – WHO
Global efforts to curb viral hepatitis are cutting infections and deaths, but the disease continues to pose a major health threat, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO). Hepatitis B and C, responsible for 95% of […]
Bangladesh reports confirmed Nipah Virus case – WHO
Bangladesh has reported a confirmed case of Nipah virus infection in the Rajshahi Division, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The International Health Regulations National Focal Point for Bangladesh notified WHO of the case on 3 February 2026. The […]
Nipah Virus triggers health alerts in Asia
Kerala cases highlight localized risk Recent Nipah virus (NiV) cases in India have once again put the disease in the public eye, despite outbreaks remaining largely localized. The latest report from the Indian government confirmed two NiV cases since December […]
Govt to continue Hepatitis B birth dose vaccine
The Health Ministry has reaffirmed that Malaysia will continue administering the hepatitis B vaccine birth dose, despite a recent policy shift in the United States moving away from universal newborn vaccination. It said it has noted developments in the United […]
WHO lists Australia and Indonesia as Medical Products Regulatory Authorities
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized the medical products regulatory authorities of Australia and Indonesia as WHO Listed Authorities after they met the organization’s highest international standards. Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration and the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority now […]
EU gives more teeth to mercury dental filling regulation with global ban
The United Nations has adopted a global ban on the manufacture and trade of mercury-added dental amalgam, with the rules set to take effect on 1 January 2035. The decision was announced on 7 November at the sixth Conference of […]
Trachoma eradicated in Fiji, WHO confirms
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially validated Fiji for eradicating trachoma, a significant public health threat to the country, making it the 26th country to achieve this recognition. Trachoma, a leading cause of blindness globally, is caused by the […]
One in five disaster victims experience mental health issues says WHO
We have witnessed how prolonged conflicts such as in Palestine – including the recent Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission – have caused deep psychological trauma among war victims, particularly children and families,” he said. He said this when officiating […]
