Tag: global health

In the wake of the recent earthquakes in Thailand, the World Health Organization (WHO) has swiftly mobilized resources to bolster ...

Direct Relief Commits $100,000 to Support Earthquake Response in Myanmar and Thailand – Direct Relief

Direct Relief Pledges $100,000 to Aid Earthquake Recovery Efforts in Myanmar and Thailand

by Sophia Davis

May 15, 2025

Direct Relief is stepping up with a generous commitment of $100,000 to bolster earthquake response efforts in Myanmar and Thailand. ...

Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR) builds on efforts to advance national health security through its second Joint External Evaluation [EN/LO] – ReliefWeb

Strengthening Health Security: Lao PDR’s Bold Steps Forward with Second Joint External Evaluation

by Isabella Rossi

May 15, 2025

The Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR) is taking bold strides in bolstering its national health security with the completion of ...

Research Network Builds Capacity in Bangladesh | Institute for Global Tobacco Control – Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Empowering Change: Strengthening Tobacco Control Capacity in Bangladesh

by Charlotte Adams

May 16, 2025

The Institute for Global Tobacco Control at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has unveiled an exciting new research ...

2024 Nutrition Survey Results – ReliefWeb

Unveiling the 2024 Nutrition Survey: Key Insights and Surprising Trends!

May 16, 2025

The recently unveiled 2024 Nutrition Survey results from ReliefWeb paint a concerning picture of global malnutrition. The data reveals a ...

USAID cuts hit Indonesia’s fight against HIV/AIDS – DW (English)

USAID Funding Cuts Undermine Indonesia’s Battle Against HIV/AIDS

Recent cuts to USAID funding are casting a shadow over Indonesia's battle against HIV/AIDS. With dwindling resources, health officials are ...

National Forum Highlights Need for Increased Financing to Improve Nutrition in Lao PDR – UNICEF

Boosting Nutrition in Lao PDR: Key Insights from the National Forum on Financing Solutions

At the recent National Forum, UNICEF passionately highlighted the critical need for increased funding to tackle nutrition challenges in Lao ...

National Coordination Meeting under the project “Pandemic Preparedness and Response through One Health approach in Central Asia” to take place in Turkmenistan – World Health Organization

Join Us in Turkmenistan for a Groundbreaking National Coordination Meeting on Pandemic Preparedness and One Health in Central Asia!

The World Health Organization is gearing up to host an exciting National Coordination Meeting in Turkmenistan, centered around the vital ...

Saima Wazed highlights achievements of South East Asia, gives call to end TB on the occasion of World TB Day 2025 – The Tribune India

Saima Wazed Celebrates South East Asia’s Progress and Urges Action to End TB on World TB Day 2025

On World TB Day 2025, Saima Wazed celebrated the remarkable strides made in South East Asia's battle against tuberculosis. She ...

1 in 3 children in Tajikistan lives in severe child food poverty, new report finds – UNICEF

Shocking Reality: 1 in 3 Children in Tajikistan Faces Severe Food Poverty

May 18, 2025

A striking new report from UNICEF unveils a troubling reality in Tajikistan: a staggering 1 in 3 children is grappling ...

UN report on Israel’s gender-based violence and genocidal acts against women’s health facilities must spur action to protect Palestinians – Amnesty International

Urgent Call to Action: Addressing Gender-Based Violence and Threats to Women’s Health in Israel-Palestine

May 19, 2025

Amnesty International is calling for urgent action in response to a recent UN report that sheds light on the alarming ...

NAMRU INDO PACIFIC Grows Partnership in Malaysia – Pacific Command

Strengthening Ties: NAMRU INDO PACIFIC Expands Collaboration in Malaysia

NAMRU INDO PACIFIC is forging a dynamic partnership with Malaysia, amplifying collaborative efforts in groundbreaking research and vital health initiatives. ...

Thailand confirms mpox case is clade 1b, second outside of Africa – Reuters.com

Thailand Reports Second Global Mpox Case of Clade 1b, Marking a Significant Milestone

Thailand has officially reported its first case of mpox, identified as clade 1b, making it the second occurrence of this ...

Transforming Healthcare in Lao PDR: The Impact of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Lao PDR, in partnership with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, is making remarkable progress in boosting immunization coverage. This dynamic collaboration ...

EU announces plans to cut reliance on Asia for antibiotics, other critical drugs – Reuters.com

EU Unveils Bold Strategy to Reduce Dependence on Asia for Essential Antibiotics and Medications

The EU has launched an ambitious plan to break free from its reliance on Asia for antibiotics and vital medications. ...

Dr Hanan Balkhy’s visit to Kuwait | News | Media centre – WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean

Dr. Hanan Balkhy, the WHO Assistant Director-General, recently graced Kuwait with her presence to bolster partnerships in public health and ...

WKC contributes to Brunei Darussalam study tour in Japan – World Health Organization (WHO)

Exploring Health Innovations: WKC’s Impact on Brunei Darussalam’s Study Tour in Japan

The World Health Organization’s Western Pacific Region Office (WKC) has organized an exciting study tour for officials from Brunei Darussalam ...

WHO hands over critical equipment to strengthen Lao PDR’s emergency medical team [EN/LO] – ReliefWeb

Empowering Lao PDR: WHO Delivers Essential Equipment to Boost Emergency Medical Response

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially delivered vital medical equipment to strengthen emergency medical services in Lao PDR. This ...

China and UNICEF team up to improve Maternal and Child Health in Lao PDR – UNICEF

Transforming Lives: China and UNICEF Join Forces to Enhance Maternal and Child Health in Lao PDR