Mr Ghebreyesus said. “People weakened by hunger are far more vulnerable to infections.”
The 79th World Health Assembly has approved development of a post-2030 tuberculosis strategy
WHO director-general Tedros Ghebreyesus gave the update to journalists on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly on Wednesday.
He said eight cases have been reported so far.
In a statement released Tuesday at the World Hepatitis Summit, the organisation cited a new report showing hepatitis B and C caused 1.34 million deaths globally in 2024.
It also said that in 2025, the WHO and partners supported 30 million people funded through its annual emergency appeal.
The World Health Organisation has called on governments to significantly increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to save lives.
WHO has renewed its call for a ceasefire in Gaza following two deadly Israeli air strikes on the Nasser Hospital.
The WHO said the agreement marked a historic step that will be submitted to the World Health Assembly in May for adoption.
WHO director-general Tedros Ghebreyesus said this during an online media conference ahead of the December 1, 2024 World AIDS Day.
