Tag: global-health
Cancer Burden from Preventable Risk Factors Quantified in Landmark Global Study
A global analysis in Nature Medicine quantifies cancer burden from preventable risk factors across regions, providing evidence to guide targeted…
Three-quarters of the world falls short on omega-3: why 250 mg daily is not optional
A global review of nutrition guidelines shows that 76% of the world's population fails to meet the minimum recommended intake…
1 billion children exposed to multiple climate hazards simultaneously, UNICEF warns
UNICEF warns that over 1 billion children face three or more overlapping climate hazards simultaneously, with unequal exposure concentrating risk…
Community-led blood donation model cuts costs by 40% in rural Sierra Leone
A community-led blood donation programme in rural Sierra Leone reduced costs by 40% while establishing a sustainable voluntary donor base,…
WHO Strengthens Health Systems in Cabo Verde Through 2024–2025 Technical Cooperation
The WHO Regional Office for Africa has published results of its technical cooperation with Cabo Verde for 2024–2025, documenting progress…
Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda spreads to new regions; CDC updates response strategy
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda report active Ebola transmission in multiple geographic regions, according to a June…
Climate Change May Turn North America and Europe into Chikungunya Hotspots by 2070
Climate modeling shows North America and Europe could become chikungunya transmission zones by 2070 as warming temperatures allow disease-carrying Aedes…
Therapeutic Food Saves 7 Million Children in 30 Years, Yet 45 Million Still Lack Access
UNICEF analysis reveals therapeutic food has saved 7 million children over 30 years, but 45 million still need treatment. Only…