Public Health Daily News Snippets WHO Bulletin Releases Special Edition on Traditional Medicine Ahead of Global Summit The WHO Bulletin published its first special issue on traditional medicine since 1977, featuring research and policy analyses. This release precedes the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine scheduled for December 2025 in New Delhi. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health, Traditional Medicine Integration Read More Global Summit in Geneva Intensified Efforts to Curb Toxic Mercury Pollution A major international conference was held in Geneva from 3rd to 7th November 2025 to strengthen the global fight against mercury pollution . Delegates collaborated to accelerate the phase-out of this toxic metal from products and industrial processes, aiming to protect human health and the environment. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : United Nations Environmental Health, International Policy Read More Fitness & Nation-Building: Insights from the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 The first-ever National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 in Mumbai brought together policymakers, athletes, and industry leaders to reaffirm one message: India’s progress towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047 depends on how seriously we take fitness today. With icons from sports and cinema joining the conversation, the conclave highlighted fitness as both a cultural shift and a public health necessity. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fit India Movement, Physical Activity, Non-Communicable Diseases, Viksit Bharat Read More Global Evidence Review of the Inequality- Pandemic Cycle: UNAIDS report The UNAIDS established the “Global Council on Inequality, AIDS and Pandemic ” in 2023. Its report “Breaking the inequality-pandemic cycle ” released in November 2025 is based on evidence from more than 1500 peer-reviewed literature and reports from government agencies and research institutions across multiple pandemics and its own empirical studies over the past 2 years. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), 2025 Pandemic preparedness, Social inequality, Global Health Read More Decomposition Analysis of Factors Driving Global Maternal Mortality Reduction A new Lancet Global Health paper highlights evidence that combining family planning with quality maternity services has driven a 41% global decline in maternal deaths since 2000. The study shows how contraception alone prevented more than 77,000 maternal deaths in 2023. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : The Lancet Global Health Maternal Health, Reproductive & Sexual Health, Gender Equality, Family Planning, Declining Global Maternal Mortality Read More Delhi’s Air Quality Sees Noticeable Improvement: CAQM 2025 Report The 2025 update from the C ommission for A ir Q uality M anagement (CAQM ) highlights significant enhancements in Delhi's air quality and a marked reduction in stubble-burning incidents in nearby states. The report offers data-backed evidence of collaborative efforts to reduce pollution through the use of cleaner fuels, improved waste management, and more stringent regulatory measures. Published on : Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Air Pollution, Environmental Health, Public Health Policy Read More Genomic Collaboration for a Safer Future: India and Italy Unite for Pandemic Preparedness The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) round table in New Delhi emphasized the power of genomic research and collaboration in strengthening pandemic preparedness. Experts called for sustained global surveillance and rapid translation of genomic data to safeguard public health. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Genomic Surveillance, Pandemic Readiness Read More WHO Unveils Global Agenda to Strengthen Paediatric Clinical Trials The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global research agenda to close gaps in evidence on child health. It prioritizes equitable, high-impact paediatric trials to ensure that treatments for children are safe, effective, and grounded in sound science. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Health Research, Pediatric Health, Clinical Trials Read More WHO refutes Tylenol-Autism Link: Urges Evidence-Based Care A statement by the current US President, which linked Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism, prompted an immediate response from the World Health Organization. The WHO clarified that no scientific evidence supports this claim and urged reliance on medical guidance. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Maternal and Child Health, Health Communication, Global Health Governance Read More 2025 Lancet Countdown Report on Climate Change and Health Impacts of climate inaction have led to a 23% increase in heat-related deaths since the 1990s. Food insecurity affected 124 million more people due to extreme weather in 2023, with losses reaching $1.35 trillion. Addressing climate change has prevented 160,000 premature deaths from coal pollution and supported 16 million jobs in renewable energy. With COP30 ahead, WHO, along with member states, plans to emphasize climate action and a swift transition away from fossil fuels. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Climate change, food insecurity, Sustainability Read More WHO Introduces New Global Framework to Enhance National Health Emergency Response The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global guide, the National Health Emergency Alert and Response Framework, to bolster countries' readiness for health crises. Developed from lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, it provides a standardized approach for managing emergencies. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health Security, Emergency Preparedness Read More Training Modules to Strengthen Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Response in India The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced three specialized training modules to enhance India’s capacity for managing chemical emergencies. This initiative aims to build a skilled, coordinated response system across healthcare and disaster management sectors. 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Re-evaluating Water Fluoridation: Cognitive Impact and Safety Concerns Re-evaluating Water Fluoridation: Cognitive Impact and Safety Concerns Content Editor: Dr Chinmay January 16, 2025 JAMA Pediatrics Water Fluoridation, Public health measures Water fluoridation, long considered a public health success for preventing tooth decay, is now debated due to its possible link to lower I.Q. scores in children. A recent JAMA Pediatrics study reviewed 74 studies from 10 countries, revealing an inverse relationship between fluoride exposure and cognitive abilities . Although fluoride levels in U.S. drinking water are typically low, nearly three million Americans consume water exceeding 1.5 parts per million. Critics question the necessity of water fluoridation, suggesting that topical fluoride from toothpaste and dental treatments may be sufficient . Former NIEHS director Linda Birnbaum highlights concerns about fluoride’s potential neurotoxicity and advises limiting exposure for pregnant women and infants. Advocates for further investigation urge an unbiased evaluation of fluoride’s safety and efficacy, warning that failure to address these concerns could erode public trust in health policies. A reassessment of fluoride’s role in public health remains critical. Click here to read more.

Reviving the Ganges: A sewage solution for pure waters Reviving the Ganges: A sewage solution for pure waters Content Editor: Rashmi Verma September 18, 2023 Press Information Bureau Water Pollution, Sewage Treatment, Environment, One health A tripartite concession agreement between the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), UP Jal Nigam, and M/s. Meerut Pvt. Ltd. was signed in New Delhi. This was done for the development of a Sewage Treatment Plan (STP) and other infrastructure at Meerut and was signed in the presence of the Director General, NMCG, New Delhi. NMCG approved a multifaceted project, including: A 220 million liters per day capacity sewage treatment plant Interception and Diversion (I&D) development A sewage pumping station with a 15-year operation and maintenance plan. The project was approved at Rs 369.74 crore in Hybrid Annuity Public-Private Partnership mode, and the project targets completion by December 2025. The project aims to ensure zero untreated sewage discharge into Kali River, which joins River Ganga near Kannauj.

27-Headlines of the day (All) Public Health News Snippets 1st - 8th July, 2023 UN General Assembly Focuses Towards Elimination Of Sexual Violence In Conflict Amid growing political and security challenges, sexual violence remains a tool of terrorism, torture, and war. Hate speech and sexual assault both online and offline, undermine women's and girls' participation in society and are a threat to democracy. "Conflict-related sexual violence " encompasses rape, sexual slavery, trafficking, forced prostitution, forced pregnancy, forced abortion, forced sterilization, forced marriage, and any other type of sexual violence that is directly or indirectly related to a conflict. Estimates state that for every conflict-related rape that is reported but 10–20 go unreported due to survivors' fear and cultural stigma. In 2015, the UN General Assembly declared June 19 "The International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict to honour victims and survivors" , raise awareness and pay respects to those who have sacrificed their lives to fight against sexual harassment. In 2016, the Security Council recognized sexual assault as a terrorist strategy and declared that the victims of trafficking or sexual assault by terrorist organizations should be entitled to official redressal as victims of terrorism. Content Editor: Dr. Subhana Siyad United Nations Observances Source : Published on : Monday, July 10, 2023 International Day, Sexual Violence, War, Addressal of sexual assault COBAS HPV Assay Is Approved By WHO For Cervical Cancer Screening The World Health Organization (WHO) has included a fourth test for human papillomavirus (HPV ) in its list of prequalified tests. This addition highlights the importance of HPV testing as a crucial component of cervical cancer screening. The “Roche Molecular Systems Inc.'s cobas HPV assay's ” inclusion expands the range of high-performance tests available to countries, supporting efforts to improve screening coverage and quality. WHO's strategic targets to eliminate cervical cancer include vaccination, screening, and treatment of pre-cancer & invasive cancer. HPV tests predict the risk better than a pap smear and visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA). Provide opportunities for self-sampling, reducing testing barriers. Incorporating HPV testing into existing laboratory systems aids public health programs in achieving screening targets. Content Editor: Dr Ashwini Priyadarshini Singh WHO News Section Source : Published on : Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Cancer screening, Cervical Cancer, Molecular testing NFHS-6 Questionnaire Excluded Disability-Related Questions: Centre Defends According to the Health Ministry, there is no need to collect data frequently because disability data will not change quickly over 2-3 years. The data on disabilities gathered by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) and the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) differ significantly from one another. In contrast to NFHS-5, where the disability rates were only 1% for rural areas and 0.9% for urban areas, NSSO estimates for 2018 place the disability rates for rural areas at 2.3% and urban areas at 2%. The Ministry asserts that the NFHS was unable to accurately reflect the scope of disability across the country. Hence, the technical advisory committee's recommendations led to the removal of questions regarding disabilities. Content Editor: Dr. Anubhav Mondal The Hindu Source : Published on : Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Health information, Disability, NFHS-6, NSSO Urgent Call : Haiti Needs Immediate Humanitarian Assistance The ECOSOC Special Session refers to a special meeting convened by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) to address specific global challenges or emerging issues related to sustainable development. Half of the population of the country of HAITI needs humanitarian assistance , including nearly 3 million children. Nearly a quarter of Haiti’s children are chronically malnourished , which can have devastating consequences for their physical and cognitive development. UNICEF has been supporting children in Haiti for decades. In the past year alone, they screened over 243,000 children under five for Wasting , facilitated healthcare for nearly 70,000 women and children, provided safe water to over 417,000 people , and supplied learning materials to 30,000 children. The Haitian people need an immediate scale-up in both regional and international support. The upcoming summit hosted by the EU and the Community of Latin American & Caribbean States is one of several upcoming opportunities for the international community to rally around Haiti with investments and action. Content Editor: Nikhil Kumar Khatri UNICEF News Section Source : Published on : Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Nutrition and child healthcare, global health, malnourished children, wasting National Workshop on Integrated Management of Sediments in River Basins and Reservoirs for Sustainable Development A National one-day workshop was conducted to address the impact of sedimentation on reservoirs and river basins. The workshop emphasized the importance of developing states' action plans to control silt deposition. The National Framework for Sediment Management (NFSM) addresses the concern of sediment collection at the river basins and reservoirs and its environmental impact. The states shared their individual experiences, focusing on the revenue-based models by Rajasthan and Kerala for desilting the reservoirs. Content Editor: Dr. M Swathi Shenoy Press Information Bureau Source : Published on : Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Environment, Sedimentation, Revive the Rivers Kairomones Responsible for Mosquito Attraction Toward Humans A novel study was conducted in Zambia, the WHO African region, to test the behavior of Anopheles gambiae against various human scents in natural settings. The novelty of this study included- Use of an outdoor natural setting. The semi-flight cage area used was much larger (2000 times) than the ones traditionally used for laboratory assays. Comparison of multiple scents at the same time. Kairomones are an interspecific mixture of semiochemicals, produced by one species which induces responses advantageous to an individual of a different species perceiving the signal . The study concluded that the mosquitoes exhibit olfactory preferences , especially towards carboxylic acids . This data can be used in the prevention and control of vector-borne diseases. 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‘India wants to make healthcare affordable for the whole world’- PM ‘India wants to make healthcare affordable for the whole world’- PM Content Editor: Dr. Anubhav Mondal April 28, 2023 The Hindu Universal healthcare, One Health The Prime Minister of India mentioned that India’s traditional healthcare has a lot of answers to stress and lifestyle disorders. He called for an inclusive and integrated global response to healthcare challenges. He also emphasized the need to guarantee access to everyone within the final mile. The PM highlighted that, often, the absence of disease is mistaken for good health, but India views health from a more comprehensive perspective . Health ministers of various countries have attended a two-day conclave along with stakeholders from public, private, professional, and academic domains.

Public Health Daily News Snippets WHO Bulletin Releases Special Edition on Traditional Medicine Ahead of Global Summit The WHO Bulletin published its first special issue on traditional medicine since 1977, featuring research and policy analyses. This release precedes the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine scheduled for December 2025 in New Delhi. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health, Traditional Medicine Integration Read More Global Summit in Geneva Intensified Efforts to Curb Toxic Mercury Pollution A major international conference was held in Geneva from 3rd to 7th November 2025 to strengthen the global fight against mercury pollution . Delegates collaborated to accelerate the phase-out of this toxic metal from products and industrial processes, aiming to protect human health and the environment. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : United Nations Environmental Health, International Policy Read More Fitness & Nation-Building: Insights from the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 The first-ever National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 in Mumbai brought together policymakers, athletes, and industry leaders to reaffirm one message: India’s progress towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047 depends on how seriously we take fitness today. With icons from sports and cinema joining the conversation, the conclave highlighted fitness as both a cultural shift and a public health necessity. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fit India Movement, Physical Activity, Non-Communicable Diseases, Viksit Bharat Read More Global Evidence Review of the Inequality- Pandemic Cycle: UNAIDS report The UNAIDS established the “Global Council on Inequality, AIDS and Pandemic ” in 2023. Its report “Breaking the inequality-pandemic cycle ” released in November 2025 is based on evidence from more than 1500 peer-reviewed literature and reports from government agencies and research institutions across multiple pandemics and its own empirical studies over the past 2 years. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), 2025 Pandemic preparedness, Social inequality, Global Health Read More Decomposition Analysis of Factors Driving Global Maternal Mortality Reduction A new Lancet Global Health paper highlights evidence that combining family planning with quality maternity services has driven a 41% global decline in maternal deaths since 2000. The study shows how contraception alone prevented more than 77,000 maternal deaths in 2023. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : The Lancet Global Health Maternal Health, Reproductive & Sexual Health, Gender Equality, Family Planning, Declining Global Maternal Mortality Read More Delhi’s Air Quality Sees Noticeable Improvement: CAQM 2025 Report The 2025 update from the C ommission for A ir Q uality M anagement (CAQM ) highlights significant enhancements in Delhi's air quality and a marked reduction in stubble-burning incidents in nearby states. The report offers data-backed evidence of collaborative efforts to reduce pollution through the use of cleaner fuels, improved waste management, and more stringent regulatory measures. Published on : Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Air Pollution, Environmental Health, Public Health Policy Read More Genomic Collaboration for a Safer Future: India and Italy Unite for Pandemic Preparedness The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) round table in New Delhi emphasized the power of genomic research and collaboration in strengthening pandemic preparedness. Experts called for sustained global surveillance and rapid translation of genomic data to safeguard public health. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Genomic Surveillance, Pandemic Readiness Read More WHO Unveils Global Agenda to Strengthen Paediatric Clinical Trials The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global research agenda to close gaps in evidence on child health. It prioritizes equitable, high-impact paediatric trials to ensure that treatments for children are safe, effective, and grounded in sound science. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Health Research, Pediatric Health, Clinical Trials Read More WHO refutes Tylenol-Autism Link: Urges Evidence-Based Care A statement by the current US President, which linked Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism, prompted an immediate response from the World Health Organization. The WHO clarified that no scientific evidence supports this claim and urged reliance on medical guidance. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Maternal and Child Health, Health Communication, Global Health Governance Read More 2025 Lancet Countdown Report on Climate Change and Health Impacts of climate inaction have led to a 23% increase in heat-related deaths since the 1990s. Food insecurity affected 124 million more people due to extreme weather in 2023, with losses reaching $1.35 trillion. Addressing climate change has prevented 160,000 premature deaths from coal pollution and supported 16 million jobs in renewable energy. With COP30 ahead, WHO, along with member states, plans to emphasize climate action and a swift transition away from fossil fuels. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Climate change, food insecurity, Sustainability Read More WHO Introduces New Global Framework to Enhance National Health Emergency Response The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global guide, the National Health Emergency Alert and Response Framework, to bolster countries' readiness for health crises. Developed from lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, it provides a standardized approach for managing emergencies. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health Security, Emergency Preparedness Read More Training Modules to Strengthen Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Response in India The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced three specialized training modules to enhance India’s capacity for managing chemical emergencies. This initiative aims to build a skilled, coordinated response system across healthcare and disaster management sectors. 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Can telehealth follow-up improve hypertension control? - study findings Can telehealth follow-up improve hypertension control? - study findings Content Editor: Dr. Prayag Khandelwal January 15, 2024 The Journal of Clinical Hypertension Hypertension, Non-Communicable Diseases, Research Findings According to 2019 Indian estimates, only 17.3% of treated men and 18.5% of women successfully manage their BP. Participants receiving phone calls from doctors and clinics saw over a two-fold increase in follow-up during a recent study in Mumbai. A year-long study conducted by PATH and Resolve to Save Lives in Mumbai showed that adherence to hypertension treatment medication required more than just a prescription. The results of the study were as follows: 82% of the patients visited the clinic for follow-up within one month of receiving a phone call, which was meant to reinforce treatment adherence. BP control rates among those who received the call increased from 23.6% to 48.8%. The study concluded that a phone call from the clinic increased the rates of follow-ups in hypertensive patients.

Somatic Experiencing for patients of chronic stress and PTSD Somatic Experiencing for patients of chronic stress and PTSD Content Editor: Dr. Subhana Siyad August 10, 2023 Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute Breast cancer, Mental Health, Stess Peter Levine invented and developed the bio-psychological working paradigm known as Somatic Experiencing® to comprehend, prevent, and treat post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic stress. An interventional study using Somatic Experiencing®, done on Breast cancer survivors, showed encouraging findings that support the use of this model to address the psychological effects of medical therapy and prolonged treatments for breast cancer. The study involved BC survivor women in Italy who had been diagnosed with Stage 0 to 3 mono- or bilateral breast cancer for up to 5 years, Had undergone surgery, Had never taken a Somatic Experiencing® course. The individuals, who were split into interventional and control groups, had : Their anxiety, depression, and distress (measured by HADS) Coping mechanisms (measured by Mini-MAC) Trauma reworking skills (measured by PACT) Body image (measured by BIS) examined At baseline, the survivors reported normal to borderline levels of depression and anxiety as well as a composite to impaired body image. At the conclusion of the eight online group sessions, the women in the intervention group displayed improved psychological health. They had a considerable reduction in their levels of anxiety, depression, and distress symptoms. Results indicate that this model may help in developing more effective coping strategies and trauma reworking skills in terms of a decrease in anxious preoccupation and a greater forward focus. Additionally, it was seen that most of the women in the interventional group had a positive change in their perception of their bodies.

Public Health Daily News Snippets WHO Bulletin Releases Special Edition on Traditional Medicine Ahead of Global Summit The WHO Bulletin published its first special issue on traditional medicine since 1977, featuring research and policy analyses. This release precedes the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine scheduled for December 2025 in New Delhi. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health, Traditional Medicine Integration Read More Global Summit in Geneva Intensified Efforts to Curb Toxic Mercury Pollution A major international conference was held in Geneva from 3rd to 7th November 2025 to strengthen the global fight against mercury pollution . Delegates collaborated to accelerate the phase-out of this toxic metal from products and industrial processes, aiming to protect human health and the environment. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : United Nations Environmental Health, International Policy Read More Fitness & Nation-Building: Insights from the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 The first-ever National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 in Mumbai brought together policymakers, athletes, and industry leaders to reaffirm one message: India’s progress towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047 depends on how seriously we take fitness today. With icons from sports and cinema joining the conversation, the conclave highlighted fitness as both a cultural shift and a public health necessity. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fit India Movement, Physical Activity, Non-Communicable Diseases, Viksit Bharat Read More Global Evidence Review of the Inequality- Pandemic Cycle: UNAIDS report The UNAIDS established the “Global Council on Inequality, AIDS and Pandemic ” in 2023. Its report “Breaking the inequality-pandemic cycle ” released in November 2025 is based on evidence from more than 1500 peer-reviewed literature and reports from government agencies and research institutions across multiple pandemics and its own empirical studies over the past 2 years. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), 2025 Pandemic preparedness, Social inequality, Global Health Read More Decomposition Analysis of Factors Driving Global Maternal Mortality Reduction A new Lancet Global Health paper highlights evidence that combining family planning with quality maternity services has driven a 41% global decline in maternal deaths since 2000. The study shows how contraception alone prevented more than 77,000 maternal deaths in 2023. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : The Lancet Global Health Maternal Health, Reproductive & Sexual Health, Gender Equality, Family Planning, Declining Global Maternal Mortality Read More Delhi’s Air Quality Sees Noticeable Improvement: CAQM 2025 Report The 2025 update from the C ommission for A ir Q uality M anagement (CAQM ) highlights significant enhancements in Delhi's air quality and a marked reduction in stubble-burning incidents in nearby states. The report offers data-backed evidence of collaborative efforts to reduce pollution through the use of cleaner fuels, improved waste management, and more stringent regulatory measures. Published on : Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Air Pollution, Environmental Health, Public Health Policy Read More Genomic Collaboration for a Safer Future: India and Italy Unite for Pandemic Preparedness The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) round table in New Delhi emphasized the power of genomic research and collaboration in strengthening pandemic preparedness. Experts called for sustained global surveillance and rapid translation of genomic data to safeguard public health. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Genomic Surveillance, Pandemic Readiness Read More WHO Unveils Global Agenda to Strengthen Paediatric Clinical Trials The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global research agenda to close gaps in evidence on child health. It prioritizes equitable, high-impact paediatric trials to ensure that treatments for children are safe, effective, and grounded in sound science. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Health Research, Pediatric Health, Clinical Trials Read More WHO refutes Tylenol-Autism Link: Urges Evidence-Based Care A statement by the current US President, which linked Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism, prompted an immediate response from the World Health Organization. The WHO clarified that no scientific evidence supports this claim and urged reliance on medical guidance. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Maternal and Child Health, Health Communication, Global Health Governance Read More 2025 Lancet Countdown Report on Climate Change and Health Impacts of climate inaction have led to a 23% increase in heat-related deaths since the 1990s. Food insecurity affected 124 million more people due to extreme weather in 2023, with losses reaching $1.35 trillion. Addressing climate change has prevented 160,000 premature deaths from coal pollution and supported 16 million jobs in renewable energy. With COP30 ahead, WHO, along with member states, plans to emphasize climate action and a swift transition away from fossil fuels. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Climate change, food insecurity, Sustainability Read More WHO Introduces New Global Framework to Enhance National Health Emergency Response The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global guide, the National Health Emergency Alert and Response Framework, to bolster countries' readiness for health crises. Developed from lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, it provides a standardized approach for managing emergencies. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health Security, Emergency Preparedness Read More Training Modules to Strengthen Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Response in India The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced three specialized training modules to enhance India’s capacity for managing chemical emergencies. This initiative aims to build a skilled, coordinated response system across healthcare and disaster management sectors. 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WHO unveils the new global malaria programme operational guidelines WHO unveils the new global malaria programme operational guidelines Content Editor: Dr. Manjeet May 9, 2024 WHO Vector borne diseases, Programme updates Despite recent stagnation in progress and persisting challenges, including resource constraints and emerging threats like drug resistance, the new strategy outlines four key objectives: Establishing norms and standards Fostering innovation Leveraging strategic information Providing technical leadership. Guided by principles of equity, country ownership, and resilient health systems , the strategy aims to drive a coordinated, country-led response and ensure equitable access to quality malaria services. This commitment aligns with this year's World Malaria Day theme: "Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world ," underscoring the urgent need for collective action to address the persistent burden of malaria globally. Click here to read more.