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WHO's cancer agency says talc 'probably carcinogenic' for humans
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that is mined across the world and frequently used to manufacture talcum baby powder
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By 2050, the world will see a whopping 77% increase in cancer cases, predicts WHO report
A report by the WHO's cancer agency, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), predicts that in a little more than two decades, we will see more than 35 million new cancer cases
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Israel-Hamas war: WHO cites Gaza obstacles, cancels planned mission in hospital for the 4th time
Doctors face the hard choice of performing above-knee rather than below-knee amputations. These pose rehabilitation challenges and can lead to poor life quality in the future, Dr Mohamed Obied…
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WHO humanitarian team describes Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital as ‘death zone’, urges evacuation
The assessment came after a WHO-led team, which also included other UN officials like public health experts, logistics officers and security staff, was able to spend around an hour inside the…
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WHO SE Asia candidate Saima Wazed puts spotlight on mental health, dismisses political criticism
The seventy-sixth session of the WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia will be held in Delhi from October 30 to November 2 to elect its next head
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Mpox crisis: WHO pushes for scaling up mpox vaccine production as death toll in DRC nears 550
According to DRC Health Minister Roger Kamba, since the beginning of 2024, the DRC has reported 15,664 suspected cases and 548 deaths
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WHO's cancer agency says talc 'probably carcinogenic' for humans
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that is mined across the world and frequently used to manufacture talcum baby powder
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By 2050, the world will see a whopping 77% increase in cancer cases, predicts WHO report
A report by the WHO's cancer agency, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), predicts that in a little more than two decades, we will see more than 35 million new cancer cases
Read Article →
Israel-Hamas war: WHO cites Gaza obstacles, cancels planned mission in hospital for the 4th time
Doctors face the hard choice of performing above-knee rather than below-knee amputations. These pose rehabilitation challenges and can lead to poor life quality in the future, Dr Mohamed Obied…
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WHO humanitarian team describes Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital as ‘death zone’, urges evacuation
The assessment came after a WHO-led team, which also included other UN officials like public health experts, logistics officers and security staff, was able to spend around an hour inside the…
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WHO SE Asia candidate Saima Wazed puts spotlight on mental health, dismisses political criticism
The seventy-sixth session of the WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia will be held in Delhi from October 30 to November 2 to elect its next head
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Explained | What is Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus infection detected in a UAE man?
In layman's terms, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a respiratory infection of humans and dromedaries caused by a novel coronavirus called the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome…
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Popular artificial sweetener Aspartame used in Diet Coke causes cancer, WHO to declare soon
Aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum and some Snapple drinks, will be listed in July as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" for the first time by the…
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Tanzania declares end of deadly Marburg virus outbreak, says WHO
As per WHO, nine cases of Marburg virus, out of which eight were confirmed and one was probable, were recorded in the East African country.
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US, Mexico request WHO to declare public health emergency over deadly fungal outbreak
Although fungal meningitis is not contagious and can be treated with antifungal medicines — allowing the symptoms to simmer can quickly induce life-threatening conditions
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World Health Organization issues warning, says AI in healthcare poses risks, could be misused
As per the WHO, the "precipitous" adoption of untested AI systems could lead to errors by healthcare workers, which could harm patients
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WHO announces end of Covid as global health emergency, says crisis phase over
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the coronavirus pandemic killed ‘at least 20 million’ people.
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UN report's staggering revelation on maternal deaths: 1 death every 2 minutes
More than 270 million women worldwide lack access to modern family planning methods, the report by UN agencies underlines. "Inequities related to income, education, race or ethnicity further…
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Deadlier mpox virus found in people with advanced HIV: Lancet Study
The severe form of mpox virus, earlier known as monkeypox, caused slightly different symptoms in patients, researchers pointed out. The scientists have also highlighted "worse clinical outcomes…
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WHO says over five billion people still exposed to trans fats' devastating health impacts
WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said, 'Trans fat has no known benefit and huge health risks that incur huge costs for health systems'
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WHO asks China to share real-time COVID-19 data amid uncertainty over actual numbers
WHO released the statement after a meeting with China's National Health Commission (NHC) and the National Disease Control and Prevention Administration
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WHO hopes Covid-19 won't be a public emergency in 2023, says seeking information on virus origins from China
"Last week, less than 10,000 people lost their lives. That's still 10,000 too many and there is still a lot that all countries can do to save lives," he said, adding, "we are hopeful that at some…
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40mn children missed measles vaccine in 2021; disease is now an imminent global threat, warn CDC and WHO
As per a joint report issued by the two organisations, a record 40 million children missed a vaccination dose for measles in the year 2021. It chalks this up to hurdles created by the COVID-19…
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In 2022, Europe experienced the worst drought since the Middle Ages; it killed around 15,000 people: WHO
The three months from June through August were the hottest for Europe since records began, and the exceptionally high temperatures caused the worst drought the continent has seen since the Middle…
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Cases declining but monkeypox remains a 'global health emergency': WHO
The Committee voiced its belief that the situation still satisfies the IHR's requirements for a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC)
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Mpox crisis: WHO pushes for scaling up mpox vaccine production as death toll in DRC nears 550
According to DRC Health Minister Roger Kamba, since the beginning of 2024, the DRC has reported 15,664 suspected cases and 548 deaths
Read Article →
WHO's cancer agency says talc 'probably carcinogenic' for humans
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that is mined across the world and frequently used to manufacture talcum baby powder
Read Article →
By 2050, the world will see a whopping 77% increase in cancer cases, predicts WHO report
A report by the WHO's cancer agency, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), predicts that in a little more than two decades, we will see more than 35 million new cancer cases
Read Article →
Israel-Hamas war: WHO cites Gaza obstacles, cancels planned mission in hospital for the 4th time
Doctors face the hard choice of performing above-knee rather than below-knee amputations. These pose rehabilitation challenges and can lead to poor life quality in the future, Dr Mohamed Obied…
Read Article →
WHO humanitarian team describes Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital as ‘death zone’, urges evacuation
The assessment came after a WHO-led team, which also included other UN officials like public health experts, logistics officers and security staff, was able to spend around an hour inside the…
Read Article →
WHO SE Asia candidate Saima Wazed puts spotlight on mental health, dismisses political criticism
The seventy-sixth session of the WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia will be held in Delhi from October 30 to November 2 to elect its next head
Read Article →
Explained | What is Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus infection detected in a UAE man?
In layman's terms, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a respiratory infection of humans and dromedaries caused by a novel coronavirus called the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome…
Read Article →
Popular artificial sweetener Aspartame used in Diet Coke causes cancer, WHO to declare soon
Aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum and some Snapple drinks, will be listed in July as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" for the first time by the…
Read Article →
Tanzania declares end of deadly Marburg virus outbreak, says WHO
As per WHO, nine cases of Marburg virus, out of which eight were confirmed and one was probable, were recorded in the East African country.
Read Article →
US, Mexico request WHO to declare public health emergency over deadly fungal outbreak
Although fungal meningitis is not contagious and can be treated with antifungal medicines — allowing the symptoms to simmer can quickly induce life-threatening conditions
Read Article →
World Health Organization issues warning, says AI in healthcare poses risks, could be misused
As per the WHO, the "precipitous" adoption of untested AI systems could lead to errors by healthcare workers, which could harm patients
Read Article →
WHO announces end of Covid as global health emergency, says crisis phase over
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the coronavirus pandemic killed ‘at least 20 million’ people.
Read Article →
UN report's staggering revelation on maternal deaths: 1 death every 2 minutes
More than 270 million women worldwide lack access to modern family planning methods, the report by UN agencies underlines. "Inequities related to income, education, race or ethnicity further…
Read Article →
Deadlier mpox virus found in people with advanced HIV: Lancet Study
The severe form of mpox virus, earlier known as monkeypox, caused slightly different symptoms in patients, researchers pointed out. The scientists have also highlighted "worse clinical outcomes…
Read Article →
WHO says over five billion people still exposed to trans fats' devastating health impacts
WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said, 'Trans fat has no known benefit and huge health risks that incur huge costs for health systems'
Read Article →
WHO asks China to share real-time COVID-19 data amid uncertainty over actual numbers
WHO released the statement after a meeting with China's National Health Commission (NHC) and the National Disease Control and Prevention Administration
Read Article →
WHO hopes Covid-19 won't be a public emergency in 2023, says seeking information on virus origins from China
"Last week, less than 10,000 people lost their lives. That's still 10,000 too many and there is still a lot that all countries can do to save lives," he said, adding, "we are hopeful that at some…
Read Article →
40mn children missed measles vaccine in 2021; disease is now an imminent global threat, warn CDC and WHO
As per a joint report issued by the two organisations, a record 40 million children missed a vaccination dose for measles in the year 2021. It chalks this up to hurdles created by the COVID-19…
Read Article →
In 2022, Europe experienced the worst drought since the Middle Ages; it killed around 15,000 people: WHO
The three months from June through August were the hottest for Europe since records began, and the exceptionally high temperatures caused the worst drought the continent has seen since the Middle…
Read Article →
Cases declining but monkeypox remains a 'global health emergency': WHO
The Committee voiced its belief that the situation still satisfies the IHR's requirements for a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC)
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