Tag: Public Health

Drought in Iran has dramatically worsened air pollution, escalating health risks and reducing visibility. Persistent water shortages and relentless dust ...

WHO Regional Director Dr. Hanan Balkhy's visit to Bahrain showcased the nation's impressive health advancements and dynamic leadership in fostering ...

Climate change has tragically claimed more than 1,600 lives across Asia and inflicted staggering economic losses totaling Rp330 trillion, reports ...

Taiwan has just confirmed its very first locally transmitted case of valley fever, a rare fungal infection usually seen in ...

Indonesia has named a Chinese national as a suspect in a radioactive contamination case, authorities announced. The investigation is ongoing ...

The U.S. has pulled back from its plans to build a crucial sewage treatment plant in East Timor, a project ...

Tehran is shrouded in a heavy blanket of smog as Iran turns to burning dirty fuel amid a deepening energy ...

Timor-Leste has proudly been declared malaria-free by the World Health Organization, celebrating a major public health victory achieved through decades ...

Turkmenistan Country Day strengthened collaboration efforts for the EPW2 initiative with the World Health Organization, aiming to enhance public health ...

The Maldives has made history as the first country to ban smoking for an entire generation, introducing a bold new ...

The Maldives has become the first country to achieve the WHO's 'triple elimination' of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and ...

Thailand's latest study dives deep into the impact of its malaria reactive surveillance and response strategies, uncovering crucial insights that ...

The World Health Organization sounds the alarm: tobacco continues to pose a double danger to Lao PDR, draining the economy ...

Nepal is turning to the World Bank for a loan to tackle air pollution, even as it enforces steep taxes ...

The World Health Organization partners with Kyrgyzstan to enhance cancer prevention and care, launching new initiatives aimed at early detection, ...

Bangladesh reported its highest single-day spike in dengue cases and deaths this year, highlighting a worsening outbreak. Authorities urge increased ...

India has declared three cough syrups toxic after tragic child fatalities were linked to their use. Authorities announced urgent investigations ...

Indonesian officials have identified the source of Cs-137 contamination linked to radioactive shrimp found in local markets. Investigations point to ...

Bhutan has launched an ambitious national strategy to transform eye health by 2030, targeting a significant reduction in vision impairment ...

Lebanon County food safety inspections for the week of Sept. 29 reveal several establishments meeting health standards, while a few ...