Donald Trump has signed a decree to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization. The reasons for this are the mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, the lack of reforms, and excessive US financial contributions.
In the Kagera region of Tanzania, 9 cases of Marburg virus infection have been reported, and 8 people have died. WHO is awaiting test results from two patients to confirm the outbreak.
Chinese officials report a decrease in the incidence of metapneumovirus in the northern provinces. The WHO has not received reports of unusual outbreaks, and experts emphasize that the virus has been around for decades.
The hMPV metapneumovirus spreading in China is not new and does not pose a serious threat. According to the WHO, the virus has a very low mortality rate and causes symptoms similar to the common cold.
A patient over 65 years old died in Louisiana after contracting the H5N1 virus through contact with birds. This is the first fatal case of bird flu in the United States, and the virus has undergone mutations in the human body.
The NHSU will integrate mental health and tuberculosis treatment services into the primary health care package in 2025. All primary healthcare facilities will provide free psychological assistance, and tuberculosis treatment will be subject to additional conditions.
The WHO has called on China to provide more data on the origin of COVID-19. Beijing denies the accusations and claims that it shared all the information “without concealment.
Israeli aircraft attacked Sanaa airport as an Airbus 320 with hundreds of passengers was landing there. The attack injured members of the UN delegation, including a humanitarian representative.
A study has shown an increased risk of autism in children whose mothers had COVID-19 during pregnancy. UCLA found that 11% of such children show signs of autism spectrum disorders.
Tedros Gebreyesus and UN staff came under Israeli fire at Sanaa airport. The attack killed two people, wounded a crew member and damaged the airport's infrastructure.
Donald Trump's team intends to announce the US withdrawal from the WHO immediately after his inauguration on January 20. This will deprive the organization of its largest source of funding, which accounts for 16% of its budget.
In the DR Congo, the cause of a mysterious disease that killed 143 people has been identified - a severe form of malaria. 592 cases of the disease have been registered, with a mortality rate of 6.2%.
RSF paramilitaries attacked the town of El Fasher, killing 38 people and shelling a hospital. The militants control almost all of Darfur, while the army holds the north and east of the country.
In 2023, 263 million cases of malaria were recorded, which is 11 million more than last year. Children under 5 suffer the most in Africa, and funding for the fight against the disease is only half of what is needed.
Starting in 2025, mental health services will become part of the basic primary care package. All family doctors and medical staff will be required to have who mhGAP certificates.
In the province of Kwango, DR Congo, an outbreak of an unknown disease has been recorded, affecting mainly children under 5 years of age. Who suggests that the cause may be pneumonia, flu, Covid-19, measles or malaria.
Scientists from Cambridge have developed a unique urine test to detect "zombie cells" that signal the early stages of lung cancer. The test was successfully tested in mice and plans to start human studies.
The UN has requested гуманіт 47 billion in humanitarian aid for 32 countries in 2025. The current demand for 2024 is only 43% funded, which is one of the worst figures in history.
In the province of Kwango in DR Congo, an outbreak of an unknown disease with flu-like symptoms was recorded, from which 143 people died. Who and local doctors are investigating the causes of the disease that most affected women and children.
In Ukraine, 9653 new cases of HIV were detected in 9 months, every fourth - in the AIDS stage. The Ministry of Health recalls free testing and antiretroviral therapy, which is received by 118,700 patients.
Ihor Kuzin has identified infectious diseases as the main threat to Ukrainians' health due to the war. The main problems include hepatitis A, intestinal infections and leptospirosis due to poor sanitary conditions.
The Cabinet of ministers added kratom to the list of narcotic substances because of its opioid and stimulating properties. Previously, kratom drinks were popular among young people and were sold in coffee shops.
The first case of clade I monkeypox infection was reported in California after a patient returned from East Africa. The patient has been treated and is in self-isolation at home, and the CDC is monitoring his contacts.
The global diabetes prevalence rate has increased from 7% to 14% over the past 30 years, affecting 828 million adults. More than 450 million patients do not receive proper treatment due to limited access to healthcare services.
2024 could be the first year when global warming reaches 1. 5°C above pre-industrial levels. The El Niño phenomenon and CO₂ emissions will lead to extreme weather conditions around the world.
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Almost all residential buildings in Kyiv are connected to heating. More than 96% of buildings of housing cooperatives, condominiums and departmental buildings already receive heat on individual applications.
Epidemic security experts estimate the risks of a Marburg epidemic in Ukraine to be low. No cases of this disease have ever been registered in the country, and there are no conditions for complicating the situation.
The IDF denies striking a polio vaccination center in northern Gaza, where WHO says 6 people were injured. The military claims that the analysis did not reveal any strikes in the area.
Six people, including four children, were injured in an attack on a polio vaccination center in northern Gaza. The incident occurred during a humanitarian break when parents brought their children for vaccination.
