Articles tagged with #global health
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Congress Gave Money for Global Hiv Work. the Trump Administration Isn't Spending It
The Trump administration's inaction on global HIV funding has sparked widespread criticism from health experts, lawmakers, and advocacy groups. In 2018, Congress passed the FY 2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, which allocated $4.8 billion specifically for global HIV/AIDS programs. The funds were int...
Allergy Season Arrives Early, Global Health Authorities Warn of Increased Risk
As the world welcomes the arrival of spring, many people are bracing themselves for the onset of allergy season. However, health experts are warning that this year's allergy season may start earlier than usual, with potentially severe consequences for those affected. The reasons behind this early st...
Us Heart Association Recommends Plant-based Diet Amid Global Concerns
The US Heart Association (USHA) has made headlines recently with its updated dietary recommendations, which emphasize the importance of plant-based eating. According to the organization, a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease. This move...
Measles Cases Rise Globally, Sparking Concern Over Vaccine Hesitancy
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a significant increase in measles cases globally, sparking concerns over vaccine hesitancy and the resurgence of other preventable diseases. Measles is a highly contagious virus that can cause severe illness, especially in young children and individua...
Controversial Us Study on Hepatitis B Vaccines Cancelled Amid Criticisms
The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has officially cancelled a highly contentious study on hepatitis B vaccines in Africa, sparking relief among global health organizations and experts. The study, which had been underway since 2019, aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a new hepatitis...
Bird Flu Viruses Raise Mounting Concerns Among Scientists
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that the recent outbreaks of bird flu viruses in several countries, including the United States, Japan, and South Korea, are linked to a new strain of the H5N1 virus. Outbreaks and Fatalities Since the beginning of the year, multiple...
Flu Cases Surge Globally as New Variant Spreads Rapidly
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about the spread of a new flu variant, citing a sharp increase in cases globally. According to the WHO, the new strain is highly contagious and has already caused widespread illness in several countries, including the United States, China, and...
Measles Cases Reach Historic High in Global Outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm on the rapid spread of measles globally, with an unprecedented number of cases reported in over 40 countries. According to WHO data, measles cases have surged by 300% in the first quarter of 2023, compared to the same period in 2022. This ala...
Emerging 'super Flu' Strain Spreads Globally, Global Health Experts on High Alert
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global health emergency as a new, highly contagious flu strain, H3N8, spreads rapidly across the globe. This "super flu" has already infected thousands of people in multiple countries, causing widespread concern among health experts and governments....