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WHO Champions Gender Equality for Women in Health
On March 8, 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) will celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme “For ALL Women…
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Gaza’s Polio Vaccination Drive Reaches 603,000 Children
In a significant public health initiative, a five-day mass polio vaccination campaign in the Gaza Strip has successfully immunized nearly…
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WHO Urges Action on Global Obesity Crisis
On March 4, 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) marked Obesity Day by calling for immediate action to address the…
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World Hearing Day 2025: Empowering Ear Health Awareness
On March 3, 2025, World Hearing Day will spotlight the critical need for ear and hearing care, building on last…
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Urgent Call to Action on Substance Use in Eastern Mediterranean
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – February 28, 2025 As a pivotal policy dialogue on enhancing public health responses to…
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India accounts for 26% of Global TB Reported Cases
In accordance with Global Tuberculosis Report 2020, the TB incidence rate in India is 193 per 100,000 population and accounts…
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WHO Hosts Urgent Dialogue on Substance Use
From February 26 to 28, 2025, Abu Dhabi will serve as the backdrop for a pivotal high-level policy dialogue organized…
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WHO Marks 20 Years of Tobacco Control Success
Geneva, Switzerland – February 25, 2025 – The World Health Organization (WHO) is celebrating a significant milestone this week as…
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Urgent Call to Combat Substance Abuse Crisis
On February 26, 2025, a significant gathering took place to address the escalating substance abuse crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean…
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New Health Agreements Address Crises in Yemen and Sudan
Riyadh, February 25, 2025 – The World Health Organization (WHO) and the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief)…
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Addressing Substance Use Disorders: A Global Challenge
Substance use disorders are a significant public health crisis that affects millions worldwide. These disorders have far-reaching consequences for individuals,…
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Strengthening Health Partnerships in Kuwait
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr. Hanan Balkhy, visited Kuwait from February 9 to…
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Addressing Childhood Cancer in Conflict Zones
On February 15, 2025, the world came together to observe International Childhood Cancer Day. This day serves as a reminder…
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Advancing Urban Health in Kuwait
On February 10, 2025, Kuwait hosted its second conference on Healthy Cities, emphasizing the critical link between urban living and…
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The Ongoing Fight Against Polio in 2025
In February 2025, the global health community faces a critical juncture in the fight against polio. The World Health Organization…
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