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The WHO calls for urgent investment in universal health coverage

The 2024 Global Health Expenditure Report released by the WHO (World Health Organization) reveals that after an initial surge in public health spending during the COVID-19 pandemic, the average government cost of health per capita dropped in 2022 across all income groups.

Cabo Verde achieves malaria-free status

The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country, marking a significant achievement in the global fight against the disease.

Breaking the stigma: Men’s mental health matters

Dr Deborah Lee from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy discusses men’s mental health, including common barriers to seeking help and the measures needed to improve overall awareness and support.

WHO’s call for global action to curb E-cigarette epidemic

The World Health Organisation has issued a call against the alarming rise in e-cigarette use, particularly in young children and teenagers.

How climate change is a danger to our health

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the global health community demand that climate change's impact on health take centre stage at COP28.

WHO outline’s responsible regulations needed for Artificial Intelligence in healthcare

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a new document outlining essential regulatory considerations for applying artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.

The European Union’s Global Health program

The EDCTP partnership, a cornerstone of the EU's health research initiative that funds clinical trials in Africa, needs more certainty about its future as it marks its 20th anniversary.

Antibiotic resistance threatens young lives worldwide

Antibiotics used to treat common infections in infants and children are becoming increasingly ineffective worldwide.

UK air pollution regulations are saving lives but not protecting ecosystems

UCL researchers have discovered that current air pollution regulations in the UK will prevent thousands of premature adult deaths.

Bridging the gap between evidence and action: Advancing collective leadership in health promotion

In my article published in Open Access Journal, April 2023, I made the case for collective leadership to bridge the gap between current evidence and actions toward a healthy society – leaving unanswered the question – if collective leadership can bridge this gap – how do we do it?

Lessons from the COVID pandemic to fight against sepsis and common infections

Michael Wong, Founder and Executive Director at Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety and Amy Campbell, Quality Nurse Specialist at ECU Health and Chair at PPAHS Sepsis Advisory Board, discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the fight against sepsis.

Mental health in the Americas: A crisis that calls for action

Dr Renato Oliveira e Souza, discusses the prevalence of poor mental health in the Americas and the policy measures needed to address them.

Devastating impact of hypertension and its potential solutions

The World Health Organisation has released a report highlighting the alarming global impact of hypertension. What can clinicians and researchers do to control it?

Toxic air being breathed in by nearly everyone in Europe

Almost every individual in Europe is being exposed to hazardous levels of air pollution, according to a new investigation by The Guardian.

The collapsing healthcare system in Sudan threatens children’s lives

Children are dying due to the failing healthcare system in Sudan, according to the World Health Organisation. What needs to change?

WHO’s global action plan aims to boost worldwide physical activity

WHO's Global Action Plan 2018-2030 calls for a comprehensive approach to increase physical activity worldwide to reduce inactivity by 15% by 2030, supported by the ACTIVE toolkit for policy implementation.

WHO labels avian influenza as “worrying”, with the possibility of a pandemic

The avian influenza virus is currently having a large strain outbreak called H5N1, which researchers confirm can infect various species.

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