The WHO called on countries to promote and protect the right to health, in principle and practice.
WHO has announced that 14 African countries and several partners have pledged more than $45 million to the WHO Investment Round.
WHO has unveiled a global Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan (SPRP) to tackle human-to-human transmission of mpox.
The Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry warned that viruses found in sewers near refugee tents could trigger a “health catastrophe.”
In 2023, more than 18,304 cumulative cases of cholera and 46 deaths were reported in Somalia, with more than half being children aged below five years.
“We urge the government to implement higher taxes on sugary drinks,” said Mr Bongos-Ikwue.
WHO says adopting a One Health approach that recognises people’s health is closely connected to the health of animals.
Mr Ghebreyesus called on the international community to support humanitarian workers.
WHO says tobacco kills more than eight million people, including Nigerians, globally every year.
