Why Japan saw a major pertussis surge in 2025 while other countries peaked earlier
Pertussis cases dropped during the pandemic, then surged back across several countries, but Japan’s delayed 2025 outbreak stood…
Middle East nuclear concerns haunt top health officials – POLITICO
“I think those who read the history of previous incidents, whether intentional or accidental, are very aware of…
WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk Expand Collaboration to Provide Financial Support towards strengthening health systems for Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Diseases
GENEVA, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The WHO Foundation today announced an expanded collaboration with Novo Nordisk to support…
Global breast cancer burden rising fastest in low-income countries
Despite recent advancements in breast cancer treatments, new breast cancer cases in women are predicted to rise by a third globally from 2.3…
Eating fewer foods of concern may protect the heart beyond pills
New evidence suggests that improving dietary quality complements cardioprotective medications, reinforcing diet as a central pillar of cardiovascular…
Expanded vaccine supply allows resumption of cholera prevention campaigns
Global cholera vaccine supply has now increased to a level sufficient to allow the resumption of life-saving preventive…
Survey shows growing public familiarity with RSV vaccines and antibody injections
Amid a surprisingly severe flu season and a Covid-19 resurgence, those highly contagious respiratory illnesses are drawing the…
Ozempic-style drugs should be available to all, not just the rich, says WHO – POLITICO
The WHO wants pharma companies to consider tiered pricing (lower prices in lower-income countries) and voluntary licensing of…
Adequate support needed to address Canada’s rising youth opioid use
Youth opioid use is increasing in Canada, as are related emergency department visits and deaths, yet governments are…
How genomic screening in newborns found 16 hidden disorders standard tests overlooked
By uncovering life-altering genetic conditions before symptoms appear, genomic screening could redefine newborn care if health systems can…
Nirsevimab sharply cuts RSV hospitalizations in U.S. infants during the 2024–2025 season
Real-world data confirm that nirsevimab provides powerful protection for infants, reducing RSV hospital stays and easing the strain…
WHO demands countries step up mental health spending – POLITICO
Governments in WHO’s Europe region spent $51.76 per capita in 2024 on mental health, far more than any…