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Malaria progress shows development aid for health works

Posted: December 14th, 2009, 6:01pm CST

15 December 2009 -- Significant progress has been made in delivering life-saving malaria nets and treatments over the last few years, but the coverage of malaria programmes needs to be stepped up drastically in order to meet the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), according to a report released today by WHO.
Afghanistan first in world to use new vaccine against polio

Posted: December 14th, 2009, 6:01pm CST

15 December -- Using a new vaccine for the first time, a sub-national polio immunization campaign will take place from 15-17 December in Afghanistan. About 2.8 million children under five in the Southern, South-Eastern and Eastern Regions of Afghanistan will receive the vaccine.
Only 5.4% of world's population covered by comprehensive smoke-free laws

Posted: December 8th, 2009, 6:01pm CST

9 December 2009 -- About 5.4% of the world's population was covered by comprehensive smoke-free laws in 2008, up from 3.1% in 2007, WHO stated today in its second report on the global tobacco epidemic. This means that 154 million more people are no longer exposed to the harms of tobacco smoke in work places, restaurants, bars and other indoor public places.
36 million people with TB cured

Posted: December 7th, 2009, 6:01pm CST

8 December 2009 -- Some 36 million people have been cured of tuberculosis (TB) over the past 15 years through a rigorous approach to treatment endorsed by WHO. New data, released today by WHO, also indicate that up to 8 million TB deaths have been averted.
Tragic Mogadishu attack a blow to the health system in Somalia

Posted: December 4th, 2009, 6:30am CST

4 December 2009 -- The attack on Thursday in Mogadishu that claimed the life of Somalia's Minister of Health, Dr Qamr Aden Ali, and several other senior government and community figures was a tragic blow to the nation's medical fraternity and underscores the urgent need for stabilization and security in the country.
WHO launches new tobacco control effort in Africa

Posted: December 3rd, 2009, 6:00pm CST

4 December 2009 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) is increasing its attention to tobacco control in Africa with the overall goal of preventing tobacco use from becoming as prevalent there as it is in other parts of the world.
Global measles deaths drop by 78%, but resurgence likely

Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 6:01pm CST

3 December 2009 -- Vaccinating nearly 700 million children against measles, through large-scale immunization campaigns and increased routine immunization coverage, has prevented an estimated 4.3 million measles deaths in less than a decade. However, global immunization experts warn of a resurgence in measles deaths if vaccination efforts are not sustained.
Global measles deaths drop by 78%

Posted: December 1st, 2009, 6:00pm CST

3 December 2009 -- Vaccinating nearly 700 million children against measles, through large-scale immunization campaigns and increased routine immunization coverage, has prevented an estimated 4.3 million measles deaths in less than a decade. However, global immunization experts warn of a resurgence in measles deaths if vaccination efforts are not sustained.
New HIV recommendations to improve health, reduce infections and save lives

Posted: November 29th, 2009, 7:01pm CST

30 November 2009 -- WHO now recommends earlier initiation of antiretroviral therapy for adults and adolescents, the delivery of more patient-friendly antiretroviral drugs (ARVs), and prolonged use of ARVs to reduce the risk of mother-to-child transmission of HIV. For the first time, WHO recommends that HIV-positive mothers or their infants take ARVs while breastfeeding to prevent HIV transmission.
New HIV infections reduced by 17% over the past eight years

Posted: November 23rd, 2009, 6:00pm CST

24 November 2009 -- An eight-year trend shows new HIV infections down by 17% globally, says a new report AIDS epidemic update. The report, released today by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and WHO, highlights that beyond the natural course of the epidemic, HIV prevention programmes are making a difference.
WHO welcomes announcement of major contribution to global road safety

Posted: November 18th, 2009, 8:30am CST

18 November 2009 -- The five-year contribution from Bloomberg Philanthropies announced a five-year contribution to WHO and other agencies to support road safety work. The focus will be on reducing drink-driving, increasing the use of seatbelts, child restraints and motorcycle helmets, limiting speed, and strengthening trauma care.
Yellow fever vaccination campaign to start

Posted: November 17th, 2009, 4:00am CST

17 November 2009 -- The largest-ever yellow fever mass vaccination campaign will kick off next week across three African countries. The week-long event will target 11.9 million people across Benin, Liberia and Sierra Leone, all three of which are at high risk of yellow fever outbreaks.
Agreement for donation of pandemic H1N1 vaccine signed

Posted: November 10th, 2009, 3:30am CST

10 November 2009 -- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is to donate 50 million doses of pandemic H1N1 vaccine to WHO under an agreement signed at WHO headquarters in Geneva by the WHO Director-General, Dr Margaret Chan, and the Chief Executive Officer of GlaxoSmithKline, Mr Andrew Witty.
WHO calls for action beyond the health sector to improve the health of girls and women

Posted: November 8th, 2009, 6:00pm CST

9 November 2009 -- Despite some progress in the past decades, societies continue to fail to meet the health care needs of women at key moments of their lives, particularly in their adolescent years and in old age, a WHO report has found.
Reducing child deaths from pneumonia

Posted: November 1st, 2009, 6:00pm CST

2 November 2009 -- Up to 5.3 million children can be saved from dying of pneumonia by implementing recommendations set out in the joint WHO/UNICEF Global action plan for the prevention and control of pneumonia. "This action plan provides the strategy to prevent and control pneumonia, which today kills more children than any other illness," said Dr Margaret Chan, Director-General of WHO.
Tackling global health risks prevents premature deaths

Posted: October 26th, 2009, 8:01pm CDT

27 October 2009 -- Global life expectancy could be increased by nearly five years by addressing five factors affecting health – childhood underweight, unsafe sex, alcohol use, lack of safe water, sanitation and hygiene, and high blood pressure, according to a report published by WHO today.
Childhood vaccines at all-time high, but access not yet equitable

Posted: October 20th, 2009, 8:01pm CDT

21 October 2009 -- Reversing a downward trend, The State of the world’s vaccines and immunization reports that more infants are being immunized today than ever before - a record 106 million in 2008 - according to new data. At the same time, the report, released today by WHO, UNICEF and the World Bank, shows there is a funding gap that leaves millions of children at risk.
Reducing childhood deaths from diarrhoea

Posted: October 13th, 2009, 8:01pm CDT

14 October 2009 -- About 1.5 million children die from diarrhoea every year. Yet simple inexpensive and life-saving treatment with ORS and zinc tablets decreases the severity and duration of attack of diarrhoea. These and other prevention strategies are highlighted in a new UNICEF and WHO report on the disease.
Hospitals must be protected during natural disasters

Posted: October 12th, 2009, 8:01pm CDT

14 October 2009 -- Dozens of hospitals and heath facilities each year are themselves impacted by floods, hurricanes, cyclones, earthquakes and other natural hazards because safety measures were not integrated in their design, location or construction. Today, the International Day for Disaster Reduction showcases progress made in making hospitals safer from disasters and underscores the work still to be done.
More than four million HIV-positive people now receiving life-saving treatment

Posted: September 29th, 2009, 8:01pm CDT

30 September 2009 -- A new report shows increases in the numbers of HIV-positive people receiving antiretroviral therapy in low and middle income countries, expanded HIV testing and counselling services , and improved access to services to prevent HIV transmission from mother to child. However more than five million people in need still do not receive antiretroviral treatment.
Support for developing countries’ response to the H1N1 influenza pandemic

Posted: September 24th, 2009, 4:30am CDT

24 September 2009 -- Four months ago, WHO declared the first influenza pandemic in 40 years. This H1N1 pandemic is spreading far and wide – and moving fast. This joint statement by the UN Secretary-General and the WHO Director-General identifies the most urgent actions neede
Support for developing countries’ response to the H1N1 influenza pandemic

Posted: September 24th, 2009, 4:30am CDT

24 September 2009 -- Four months ago, WHO declared the first influenza pandemic in 40 years. This H1N1 pandemic is spreading far and wide – and moving fast. This joint statement by the UN Secretary-General and the WHO Director-General identifies the most urgent actions neede
Pandemic vaccine donations for the developing world

Posted: September 18th, 2009, 4:30am CDT

18 September 2009 -- WHO applauds and welcomes the announcement of donations of pandemic H1N1 (2009) vaccine made today by the United States of America, in concert with Australia, Brazil, France, Italy, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Road accidents, suicide and maternal conditions are leading causes of death in young people

Posted: September 10th, 2009, 8:01pm CDT

11 September 2009 -- Road traffic accidents, complications during pregnancy and child birth, suicide, violence, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis (TB) are the major causes of death among young people (ages 10-24), according to a new global study supported by WHO.
World Humanitarian Day

Posted: August 18th, 2009, 6:00am CDT

18 August 2009 -- World Humanitarian Day is an occasion for paying tribute to the men and women who work to save the lives and protect the health of people affected by emergencies, whether caused by conflict or natural disasters. These are often life-threatening situations, and those who offer help put their own lives at risk.
Breastfeeding: a vital emergency response. Are you ready?

Posted: July 31st, 2009, 6:00am CDT

31 July 2009 -- WHO is pleased to join the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week from 1 to 7 August 2009. This year's theme stresses the importance of breastfeeding as a life-saving intervention, especially during emergencies.
Elimination of river blindness feasible

Posted: July 20th, 2009, 9:30pm CDT

21 July 2009 -- Elimination of river blindness is feasible with ivermectin treatment, according to new evidence published today. Over 37 million people, mainly in rural Africa, are infected with this disease, also known as onchocerciasis.
New network to combat noncommunicable diseases

Posted: July 8th, 2009, 9:30am CDT

8 July 2009 -- WHO today launched a network of organizations and experts from around the world to scale up action to combat noncommunicable diseases. The new Global Noncommunicable Disease Network (NCDnet) will strengthen global partnerships and help governments plan and implement measures to reduce the burden of these diseases.
More than 30 new food safety standards adopted

Posted: July 6th, 2009, 11:30am CDT

6 July 2009 -- In a week-long meeting, the Codex Alimentarius Commission has adopted more than 30 new international standards, codes of practice and guidelines to improve worldwide food safety and protect the health of consumers.
New drug being tested in Africa for river blindness

Posted: July 1st, 2009, 5:00am CDT

1 July 2009 -- The clinical trial of a drug that could eliminate river blindness is being launched in three African countries. Also known as onchocerciasis, this disease is one of the leading infectious causes of blindness across Africa.

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