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WHO Faces $1.7 Billion Budget Gap, Seeks Increased Funding
The World Health Organization (WHO) faces a $1.7 billion budget gap due to reduced funding from the U.S. and other countries, impacting its ability to address global health crises; member states are expected to agree to raise annual dues by 20% and a new pandemic treaty to improve WHO's finances and...
WHO Faces $1.7 Billion Budget Gap, Seeks Increased Funding
The World Health Organization (WHO) faces a $1.7 billion budget gap due to reduced funding from the U.S. and other countries, impacting its ability to address global health crises; member states are expected to agree to raise annual dues by 20% and a new pandemic treaty to improve WHO's finances and...
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WHO Faces Funding Crisis Amidst US Withdrawal and Pandemic Treaty
The World Health Organization (WHO) needs \$1.7 billion in funding over two years, facing a funding crisis alongside a planned pandemic treaty. The USA's withdrawal in early 2026 and Argentina's departure further complicate matters, leading to budget cuts and staff reductions. Germany pledged additi...
WHO Faces Funding Crisis Amidst US Withdrawal and Pandemic Treaty
The World Health Organization (WHO) needs \$1.7 billion in funding over two years, facing a funding crisis alongside a planned pandemic treaty. The USA's withdrawal in early 2026 and Argentina's departure further complicate matters, leading to budget cuts and staff reductions. Germany pledged additi...
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Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Former US President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer with metastasis to the bone, prompting review of treatment options.
Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Former US President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer with metastasis to the bone, prompting review of treatment options.
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40% Bias Score
Tanzanian Elected WHO Regional Director for Africa
Tanzanian Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi was elected WHO Regional Director for Africa on May 18, 2025, winning 32 out of 46 votes in Geneva, succeeding the late Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, also from Tanzania, who died in November 2024.
Tanzanian Elected WHO Regional Director for Africa
Tanzanian Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi was elected WHO Regional Director for Africa on May 18, 2025, winning 32 out of 46 votes in Geneva, succeeding the late Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, also from Tanzania, who died in November 2024.
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Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea Prompts Urgent Vaccination Campaign
The World Health Organization declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea after two children tested positive for the virus, prompting an immediate vaccination campaign targeting 3.5 million people to address the less than 50% national immunization rate and prevent international spread.
Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea Prompts Urgent Vaccination Campaign
The World Health Organization declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea after two children tested positive for the virus, prompting an immediate vaccination campaign targeting 3.5 million people to address the less than 50% national immunization rate and prevent international spread.
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Climate Change Increases Pregnancy Risks via Extreme Heat
A new Climate Central analysis reveals a concerning link between rising temperatures due to climate change and increased pregnancy risks, showing nearly one-third of surveyed countries experienced at least one extra month of "pregnancy heat-risk days" on average over the past four years.
Climate Change Increases Pregnancy Risks via Extreme Heat
A new Climate Central analysis reveals a concerning link between rising temperatures due to climate change and increased pregnancy risks, showing nearly one-third of surveyed countries experienced at least one extra month of "pregnancy heat-risk days" on average over the past four years.
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WHO Adopts Pandemic Treaty Amidst US Absence
The WHO adopted a legally binding pandemic treaty on May 30, 2024, aiming to improve global pandemic preparedness, but the United States' absence raises concerns about its effectiveness.
WHO Adopts Pandemic Treaty Amidst US Absence
The WHO adopted a legally binding pandemic treaty on May 30, 2024, aiming to improve global pandemic preparedness, but the United States' absence raises concerns about its effectiveness.
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China Vows Cooperation at World Health Assembly, Emphasizes Pandemic Agreement
The Chinese delegation to the 78th World Health Assembly, convening May 21-27 in Geneva, emphasized promoting international health cooperation, particularly a new pandemic agreement for equitable resource allocation and technology transfer to developing countries, while asserting the one-China princ...
China Vows Cooperation at World Health Assembly, Emphasizes Pandemic Agreement
The Chinese delegation to the 78th World Health Assembly, convening May 21-27 in Geneva, emphasized promoting international health cooperation, particularly a new pandemic agreement for equitable resource allocation and technology transfer to developing countries, while asserting the one-China princ...
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China Pledges Health Cooperation at World Health Assembly
China's delegation to the 78th World Health Assembly, convening in Geneva from May 21-27, affirmed its dedication to international health cooperation, emphasizing equitable pandemic response and the 'One China' principle regarding Taiwan's participation.
China Pledges Health Cooperation at World Health Assembly
China's delegation to the 78th World Health Assembly, convening in Geneva from May 21-27, affirmed its dedication to international health cooperation, emphasizing equitable pandemic response and the 'One China' principle regarding Taiwan's participation.
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China to Actively Participate in World Health Assembly Discussions on Pandemic Agreement
China's delegation to the 78th World Health Assembly, convening May 22-27 in Geneva, will actively participate in discussions on a pandemic agreement, host three side events, and address Taiwan's participation under the one-China principle.
China to Actively Participate in World Health Assembly Discussions on Pandemic Agreement
China's delegation to the 78th World Health Assembly, convening May 22-27 in Geneva, will actively participate in discussions on a pandemic agreement, host three side events, and address Taiwan's participation under the one-China principle.
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Human Antibodies Create Universal Snake Antivenom
A new, broadly effective antivenom, derived from the blood of Tim Friede, a man who self-immunized against snake venom 856 times, neutralizes venom from 19 of the world's deadliest snakes and could save 100,000 lives annually.
Human Antibodies Create Universal Snake Antivenom
A new, broadly effective antivenom, derived from the blood of Tim Friede, a man who self-immunized against snake venom 856 times, neutralizes venom from 19 of the world's deadliest snakes and could save 100,000 lives annually.
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40% Bias Score
Documentary to Explore Rise of Early-Onset Cancer
CNN Films announced a documentary, "In the Prime of Life," exploring the 79% global increase in cancer among 18-49 year olds between 1990-2019, premiering in 2026, featuring Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center patients and staff.
Documentary to Explore Rise of Early-Onset Cancer
CNN Films announced a documentary, "In the Prime of Life," exploring the 79% global increase in cancer among 18-49 year olds between 1990-2019, premiering in 2026, featuring Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center patients and staff.
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