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European health authorities urge greater WHO support
Helsinki, Feb 16: Six European national health authorities have called for increased European engagement with the World Health Organization (WHO) in response to the potential withdrawal of the US.
Wholesale inflation eases in January in line with retail figures
New Delhi, February 14: In line with the moderation in retail inflation, wholesale inflation in India too witnessed a decline in January.
WHO allocates additional two million USD to support Uganda's Ebola response
Kampala, Feb 14: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced the release of additional $2 million to support Uganda's effort to fight the ongoing Ebola outbreak, bringing the total funding to $3 million in three weeks.
Kenya ramps up measures to curb viral disease spread
Nairobi, Feb 13: Kenya's health authorities said that robust measures are underway to mitigate the risks of viral diseases such as Marburg, mpox, and Ebola across the country.
South Sudan targets 3.4 million children in new polio vaccination campaign
Juba, Feb 13: South Sudan, in partnership with United Nations agencies, launched the fourth round of the polio vaccination campaign, with the goal of vaccinating 3.47 million children between the ages of 0 and 59 months.
WHO faces communication challenges on bird flu after US withdrawal
Geneva, Feb 12: Communication with the US regarding the ongoing bird flu outbreak has become increasingly difficult because of the country's withdrawal from the UN health agency, said the World Health Organization (WHO).
WHO thanks Nepal for its contribution to South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund
New Delhi, February 10: The World Health Organization South-East Asia Region on Monday thanked Nepal's Ministry of Health and Populationfor contributing Nepalese Rupees (NRs) 1,500,000, approximately USD 11,000, to the South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund (SEARHEF), a unique funding mechanism to support Member countries in the Region prepare for and respond to health emergencies, an official statement said.
Elton John, Brandi Carlile share their working experience on 'Who Believes in Angels?'
Washington, February 6: Musicians Elton John and Brandi Carlile announced their upcoming collaborative album, Who Believes in Angels?
Uganda safe for tourism, trade despite Ebola outbreak: health ministry
Kampala, Feb 5: Uganda's Ministry of Health said Wednesday the country is safe for tourism and trade despite an Ebola outbreak.
'Broadway' poster artist David Edward dies at 83
Los Angeles, February 5: David Edward Byrd, the artist behind psychedelic posters for 'Jimi Hendrix', 'The Who', and the 'Grateful Dead', has passed away at the age of 83, reported The Hollywood Reporter.
Kenyan forum calls for electrifying Africa's healthcare facilities to ease disease burden
Nairobi, Feb 3: Connecting a critical mass of health facilities in Africa with reliable power should be prioritised to enhance response to the continent's growing disease burden, a forum in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, heard Monday.
WHO launches South-East Asia Regional Strategy for comprehensive cancer prevention 2024-2030
New Delhi, January 3: On the occasion of World Cancer Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) highlighted its continued efforts to address the growing cancer burden in the South-East Asia region.
WHO donates over 2000 doses of Ebola trial vaccine to Uganda following new outbreak
Kampala, Feb 1: The World Health Organization (WHO) has donated 2,160 doses of Ebola trial vaccine to Uganda to evaluate the efficacy of the vaccine in combating the virus which in the recent outbreak has killed a health worker in Kampala, the country's capital.
WHO donates over 2,000 doses of Ebola trial vaccine to Uganda following new outbreak
Kampala, Feb 1: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has donated 2,160 doses of Ebola trial vaccine to Uganda to evaluate its efficacy in combating the virus, which in a recent outbreak, has killed a health worker in Kampala, the country's capital.
Uganda starts mpox vaccination targetting high risk populations
Kampala, Feb 1: Uganda on Saturday launched mpox vaccination campaign targetting high-risk populations in Kampala, the Ugandan capital, the current epicentre of the virus outbreak in the east African country.
Rafah crossing open to receive patients from Gaza: Egyptian official
Cairo, Feb 1: The Rafah crossing, the only channel linking Egypt with the Gaza Strip, is open and will start receiving patients from Gaza, Governor of Egypt's North Sinai Governorate Khaled Megawer said.
PM Modi's obesity fight backed by Akshay Kumar, WHO, and Medical Experts
New Delhi, January 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a national effort to combat obesity and reduce oil consumption. Speaking at the 38th National Games in Dehradun, he emphasised the importance of regular exercise, a balanced diet, and a 10 per cent reduction in daily oil consumption. The call has been supported by doctors, sportspersons, and various public figures, including actor Akshay Kumar, according to the official statement.
Doctors, WHO, sportspersons endorse PM Modi's call to fight obesity in India
New Delhi, Jan 31: Amid rising levels of obesity -- a precursor to a host of diseases including diabetes, hypertension, and cancers -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent clarion call to fight obesity and reduce oil consumption has been endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), doctors and sportspersons from across India.
Eco Survey raises concerns on rising ultra-processed food consumption, proposes health tax
New Delhi, Jan 31: Increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPF) -- rich in sugar, salt, and unsaturated fats and nutrient deficient -- in India is leading to multiple chronic conditions and even mental health issues, according to the Economic Survey 2024-25.
Potassium salt provides good alternative to sodium to cut heart risk, must be promoted: Experts
New Delhi, Jan 29: Potassium salt may provide a good alternative to sodium, and must be promoted, said experts on Wednesday while welcoming a new recommendation by the World Health Organization (WHO) on potassium-enriched salt to combat hypertension and related heart risks.
Fight against NTDs must center on affected communities, climate change: WHO
New Delhi, Jan 29: The fight against Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) must be centered on affected communities and climate change impacts, said Saima Wazed, Regional Director for World Health Organization (IANS) South-East Asia on Wednesday, ahead of the World NTD day.
No increase of GBS cases in West Bengal since end of December till date: State Health Department
Kolkata, January 28: Amid the prevailing cases of Guillain-Baree Syndrome (GBS) in Maharashtra's Pune, the West Bengal Health and Family Welfare Department issued an official statement stating that there has been no increase in GBS cases in West Bengal since the end of December till date.
Rise of Ayush increasingly making India a health tourism hub
New Delhi, Jan 28: With the rise of the AYUSH system (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) India has emerged as a premier destination for medical tourism over the years.
Author Juno Dawson comes on board for 'Doctor Who'
Los Angeles, January 27: Author Juno Dawson has come on board for 'Doctor Who'.
'73 GB Syndrome cases diagnosed, one fatality confirmed': Maharashtra Health Minister
Pune, January 27: Amid the increasing number of patients affected by GBS (Guillain-Barre Syndrome), the civic body in Pune on Monday set up a special ward in municipality-run Kamala Nehru hospital, with 45 beddings, to provide treatment to to treat affected patients, following one reported death.
Zoonotic infections threat to human health: WHO ex chief scientist
Kochi, Jan 24: Highlighting major challenges to human health amid a series of issues, including climate change and anti-microbial resistance, Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist of the World Health Organisation (WHO), on Friday said that most of the emerging viral threats are zoonotic infections transmitted from animals to humans.
WEF 2025: WHO's role essential for maintaining global health systems, says Adar Poonawalla
New Delhi, Jan 23: Even as the US has pulled out from the World Health Organization, Serum Institute of India (SII) chief Adar Poonawalla on Thursday said that the UN health agency's role is essential in global health systems.
Kenya on high alert after Tanzania confirms Marburg outbreak
Nairobi, Jan 22: Kenya is on high alert after neighbouring Tanzania confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in the northwestern Kagera region, a health official said.
US President Trump issues executive order to withdraw from WHO
Washington DC, January 21: US President Donald Trump, in a major shocker, cut the Unites States' ties with the global health agency, World Health Organisation (WHO), as he issued an executive order of withdrawing from the organisation on Monday (local time).
UN humanitarians prepare larger Gaza aid pipeline amid impending ceasefire
United Nations, Jan 18: UN humanitarians said that they and partners are mobilising supplies for a widening pipeline of aid and commercial goods into Gaza with the implementation of a long-sought, impending ceasefire.
Eight killed in suspected Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania: WHO
Dar es Salaam, Jan 15: Eight people have been killed in a suspected outbreak of Marburg virus disease in Tanzania's northwestern region of Kagera, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.
High manufacturing cost led to surge in WPI inflation in December: Report
New Delhi, January 15: The reason for the surge in wholesale inflation in the country in December is due to an increase in manufacturing inflation, according to a report by ICICI Bank.
British actor Tony Slattery passes away
Los Angeles, January 14: British actor Tony Slattery has passed away. He was 65.
India's wholesale price inflation rises to 2.37% in December 2024
New Delhi, January 14: The annual rate of inflation based on the all-India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) stood at 2.37 per cent (provisional) in December 2024, marking an increase from the previous month's rate of 1.89 per cent.
India's WPI inflation edges up to 2.37 pc in December
New Delhi, Jan 14: The annual rate of inflation based on the all-India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) edged up to 2.37 per cent for the month of December, compared to the same month of the previous year, according to figures released by the Commerce and Industry Ministry on Tuesday.
Assam's 10-month-old infected with HMPV; state records first case
Dibrugarh, January 12: A 10-month-old child IN Assam has been diagnosed with the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus, marking the state's first recorded case, according to the officials.
New combination drug offers treatment against intestinal worms: Lancet
New Delhi, Jan 12: A fixed-dose combination of albendazole and ivermectin may be a better tool against soil-transmitted helminths, that cause intestinal infections, according to results of phase II-III clinical trial.
Lahore: Air quality reaches hazardous levels with AQI at 529
Lahore, January 11,: The air quality in Pakistan once again reached dangerous levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) rising to 529, which is classified as hazardous.
Gujarat health minister issues advisory to public, WHO dubs it common respiratory virus
Gandhinagar, January 10: Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel has confirmed the presence of the HMPV virus, which was first identified in 2001. He emphasized that it remains one of several viruses affecting the respiratory system and announced that the Gujarat government has issued an advisory in response on Friday.
WHO shares details of HMP Virus in North America, notes rate of infection increase follows usual trends
Geneva, January 9: The World Health Organisation (WHO) shared the trends of acute respiratory infection, including human metapneumovirus (HMP virus) in the Northern Hemisphere and noted that the rate of increase of virus infections follows the usual trends.