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In the US, supplements are not tested in the way prescription medicines are, and their manufacturers can make claims about their abilities that may or may not be true. But there are some rules supplement makers must follow, and the FDA's plan to revamp its regulation of dietary supplements is a step toward improving consumer protection. 12/19/2024
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The ceasefire and the cessation of hostilities took effect on 27 November, offering temporary relief for the millions of civilians caught in the conflict in Lebanon. But Lebanon’s suffering did not end amid staggering unmet health needs. Bordering Syria and Israel, Lebanon’s overburdened health system is reeling from the impacts of an economic crisis, political deadlock, refugee crisis and now war. 12/20/2024
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In 2024, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) made significant strides in advancing health across the Americas, addressing both ongoing challenges and emerging health threats. These achievements highlight the collective efforts of governments, healthcare workers, communities, and partners working together to improve health outcomes for all… 12/19/2024
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PAHO Virtual Campus and WHO Academy join forces to improve health training in the Region of the Americas
Washington DC, 17 December 2024 (PAHO)- The Virtual Campus for Public Health of the Pan American Health Organization (VCPH/PAHO) and the World Health Organization Academy (WHO Academy) will collaborate to expand and improve training opportunities for health personnel in the Americas. This initiative will enable WHO Academy to leverage the… 12/18/2024
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President Macron, WHO Director-General, and global health leaders inaugurate WHO Academy in Lyon
The World Health Organization (WHO) Academy in Lyon, France, officially opened its doors yesterday with a high-profile inauguration ceremony. The event was attended by WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, French President H.E. Emmanuel Macron, alongside dozens of health ministers, international representatives, donors, and local French partners. 12/18/2024
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Toronto hospital left without heat or hot water cancels non-essential activities
A Toronto hospital cancelled all "non-essential" activities on Friday after a boiler system failure cut off its supply of heat and hot water. 12/14/2024
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Dec 13, Geneva (WHO)—The World Health Organization (WHO) publishes its first-ever report on drowning prevention, which reveals a 38% drop in the global drowning death rate since 2000—a major global health achievement.However, the report notes that drowning remains a major public health issue with more than 30 people estimated to be drowning every… 12/14/2024
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Inflammation serves a vital role in the body's defense and repair systems, but chronic inflammation can be harmful. Learn six of the most effective ways to ward off unhealthy inflammation. 12/04/2024
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The World Health Organization (WHO) publishes its first-ever report on drowning prevention, which reveals a 38% drop in the global drowning death rate since 2000—a major global health achievement. 12/13/2024
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Prostate cancer: Short-course radiation as effective as longer-term treatments
Radiation therapy for prostate cancer used to involve weeks or months of treatment. Today, radiation delivery is moving toward higher doses given with fewer sessions over shorter durations. Results from a clinical trial show that the two types of therapy offer the same long-term benefits. 12/10/2024
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PAHO convenes regulatory authorities from the Americas to strengthen access to health technologies and promote self-sufficiency in health
Washington, D.C., December 11, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) convened the eight national regulatory authorities of regional reference (NRAr) from the Americas to strengthen health regulation and improve access to essential technologies. The meeting, held from December 9 to 11 in Washington, D.C., was organized in… 12/12/2024
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PAHO highlights the need to prioritize primary health care to advance towards universal health in the Americas
Washington, D.C., December 12, 2024 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today presented a new report highlighting both the progress made and the persistent challenges faced by countries in the region in their efforts to ensure access to health services without imposing an unsustainable financial burden on individuals.The report,… 12/12/2024
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The 2024 Global Heath Expenditure Report by the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that the average per capita government spending on health in all country income groups fell in 2022 from 2021 after a surge in the early pandemic years. The report entitled, “Global spending on health Emerging from the pandemic” has been published in alignment with the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day campaign marked annually on 12 December. The campaign’s focus for 2024 is on improving financial protection for people everywhere to access health services they need. 12/12/2024
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Senegal and Rwanda have become the seventh and eighth countries in Africa to reach Maturity Level 3 (ML3) in WHO's global classification of national regulatory authorities, underscoring their commitment to ensuring safe, effective and high-quality medical products for their populations. 12/12/2024
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New data from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveal that an estimated 2.2 billion cases of malaria and 12.7 million deaths have been averted since 2000, but the disease remains a serious global health threat, particularly in the WHO African Region. 12/12/2024
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Partnership established to advance WHO’s Road map for Neglected Tropical Diseases 2021-2030
The Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) Fund and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further expand their partnership to promote access to safe, effective and affordable drugs, vaccines and diagnostics in the area of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). 12/12/2024
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Around 846 million people aged between 15 and 49 are living with genital herpes infections – more than 1 in 5 of this age-group globally – according to new estimates released today. At least 1 person each second – 42 million people annually – is estimated to acquire a new genital herpes infection. 12/12/2024
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PAHO highlights increase in dengue, Oropouche, and avian influenza cases in the Americas, and advises control measures
Washington, D.C., December 10, 2024 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today reported on three transmissible diseases affecting the Region of the Americas: dengue, Oropouche, and avian influenza (H5N1). PAHO Director Dr. Jarbas Barbosa expressed concern over the increase in cases in 2024 but emphasized effective strategies to… 12/11/2024
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Prostate cancer: Short-course radiation just as effective as longer-term treatments
Radiation therapy for prostate cancer used to involve weeks or months of repeat visits to a clinic for treatment. Today, radiation delivery is moving toward higher doses given with fewer sessions over shorter durations. Results from a clinical trial show that the two types of therapy offer the same long-term benefits. 12/05/2024
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The Halifax Sexual Health Centre provides gender-affirming care to hundreds of patients across the province. Threats of protests have led to safety concerns. 12/06/2024
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Emergency rooms feeling the squeeze amid family doctor and primary care shortage, report says
A report from the Canadian Institute for Health Information says a shortage of family doctors and primary care givers is one factor contributing to overcrowding in emergency rooms. 12/06/2024
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The experience of sexual violence may have later effects on both physical and emotional health. Being aware of these possibilities can help you identify and respond to them promptly. 12/05/2024
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‘You’re always reacting’: Poll finds high number of Alberta nurses thinking of leaving profession
The poll done for the Alberta Association of Nurses (AAN) found 68% of nurses in the province are thinking of leaving nursing. 12/05/2024
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted prequalification to the molecular diagnostic test for tuberculosis (TB) called Xpert® MTB/RIF Ultra. It is the first test for TB diagnosis and antibiotic susceptibility testing that meets WHO's prequalification standards. 12/05/2024
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New report reveals urgent need for targeted programs that address violence against Indigenous and Afro descendent women and girls in the Americas
Washington D.C. December 4, 2024 (PAHO) – A new report into violence against Indigenous and Afro descendent women and girls, launched today by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), calls on countries of the Americas and partner organizations to urgently improve information and strengthen the implementation of programs that address the… 12/05/2024
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Ontario's auditor general was critical of the province's opioid addiction strategy, suggesting it was uncoordinated and didn't have proper processes in place. 12/04/2024
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Washington DC, December 2, 2024 (PAHO) - The Ministry of Health of El Salvador (MINSAL) has joined the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (World Bank) through the establishment of the Mesa Consultiva of Primary Health Care (PHC) in El… 12/03/2024
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New report highlights need for sustained investment in infection prevention and control programmes
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Health Minister Sylvia Jones says the changes will improve access to care for people across Ontario, especially in Indigenous, rural, northern and remote communities. 11/29/2024
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The initiative aims to promote greater awareness and expand access to the HIV prevention pill, whose adoption in Latin America and the Caribbean remains limited.Washington, D.C., November 28, 2024 (PAHO).– In the context of World AIDS Day (December 1), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has launched the "Better with PrEP" campaign,… 11/28/2024
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Second meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) Emergency Committee regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) is hereby transmitting the report of the second meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) Emergency Committee (Committee) regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024, held on Friday 22 November 2024, from 12:00 to 17:00 CET. 11/28/2024
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More than 200 Ontario communities don’t have family doctors accepting new patients: report
The internal report, leaked to the Ontario Liberals on Wednesday and published by the party, shows 205 Ontario communities don't have family doctors taking on new patients. 11/28/2024
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PAHO calls on countries of the Americas to maintain Mpox surveillance and genomic sequencing
Washington D.C., November 26, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) continues to urge countries of the Americas to maintain mpox surveillance, including laboratory detection and genomic sequencing of confirmed cases, following the detection of a Clade I variant case for the first time in the Region, in the United States of… 11/27/2024
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The West Island regional health board launched a pilot project that is using technologies being developed for astronauts in space. 11/26/2024
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International Pathogen Surveillance Network announces first recipients of grants to better understand disease threats
The World Health Organization (WHO) and partners announced 10 projects that will receive almost US$ 2 million in grants to improve capacities in pathogen genomic surveillance. 11/26/2024
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The first-ever global oral health conference highlights universal health coverage by 2030
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At COP29, PAHO warns that failure to focus on people in vulnerable situations will exacerbate health inequities
Baku, Azerbaijan/Washington, D.C., 22 November 2024 – At COP29 this week, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) underscored the importance of focusing on the needs of populations in situations of vulnerability when implementing policies to address the health impact of climate change.Speaking at the 29th United Nations Climate Change… 11/23/2024
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Ontario's healthcare system lacks support for women experiencing mental symptoms following a miscarriage, which one researcher says are often undiagnosed and minimized on average. 11/22/2024
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Since 7 October 2023, 47% of attacks on health care – 65 out of 137 – have proven fatal to at least one health worker or patient in Lebanon, as of 21 November 2024. 11/22/2024
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All medicines have potential side effects. Usually, side effects are more bothersome than serious –– though a few are dangerous. If you experience a side effect, what are your options? 11/20/2024
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Washington, DC, November 15, 2024 (PAHO)- The Northern Huetar Region of Costa Rica was today awarded with the 2024 Malaria Champions prize, an initiative that recognizes evidence-based efforts in malaria control and elimination in the Americas.The announcement was made during an event organized by PAHO as part of Malaria Day in the Americas.… 11/20/2024
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The first-ever Investment Round of the World Health Organization (WHO) reached a culminating moment during the G20 Leaders' Summit today in Rio de Janeiro, chaired by the President of Brazil, H.E. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Heads of state and government at the G20 voiced strong support for a sustainably funded WHO, additional financial pledges were announced, and incoming G20 Chair South Africa pledged to maintain a focus in 2025 on sustainably financing the Organization. 11/20/2024
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PAHO delivers critical medical supplies to support Hurricane Oscar response and recovery in Cuba
Havana, November 13, 2024 (PAHO) - In partnership with other United Nations agencies, funds, and programs, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) has actively joined the response and recovery efforts in Guantánamo, Cuba, following the devastating impact of Hurricane Oscar.Two of four flights funded by the European Commission's… 11/20/2024
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CAF, ECLAC, IDB, and PAHO Advancing Equity and Sustainable Development in the Americas at Brazil’s G20 Summit
19 November 2024 Overview:The Regional Organizations of the Americas – the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) - congratulate Brazil's government on a very… 11/20/2024
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted Emergency Use Listing (EUL) for the LC16m8 mpox vaccine, making it the second mpox vaccine to be supported by WHO following the Director-General’s declaration of an mpox public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) on 14 August 2024. 11/20/2024
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The 47th session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission will be held in Geneva, Switzerland from 25–30 November. The plenary sessions will be webcast in all six UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish). 11/19/2024
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Digital Health Interoperability Task Force Releases Recommendations to Improve Patient Care through Connected Care Solutions
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As world leaders arrive in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for the G20 Summit this weekend, the city’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue will be illuminated in the colour teal. The Brazilian advocates behind this effort are among many around the globe joining the World Health Organization (WHO) to mobilize efforts on a worldwide “Day of Action for Cervical Cancer Elimination.” Other countries are marking the day with campaigns to provide human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and screening, launching new health policies to align with the world’s first-ever effort to eliminate a cancer, and raising awareness in communities. 11/17/2024
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Urgent action needed as global diabetes cases increase four-fold over past decades
In the Americas, the number of people with diabetes has almost quadrupled since 1990.Geneva/Washington D.C., 14 November 2024 (PAHO/WHO) - The number of adults living with diabetes worldwide has surpassed 800 million, more than quadrupling since 1990, according to new data released in The Lancet on World Diabetes Day. The analysis… 11/15/2024
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Measles cases rise globally, while the Americas Region regains measles elimination status
14 November 2024 | Geneva / Washington, D.C. (PAHO/WHO)– While global measles cases surged to an estimated 10.3 million in 2023, a 20% increase from the previous year, the Americas region has successfully regained its status as free of endemic measles, with Brazil recently re-verified as having eliminated the disease.Globally, inadequate… 11/15/2024
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Washington D.C. 14 November 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, today convened Ministers of Health and other high-level health authorities for a panel discussion to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Pan American Sanitary Code.The Pan American Sanitary Code, which was adopted by countries of… 11/15/2024
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Abnormal results on a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening test for cancer are typically followed by a systematic biopsy. But systematic biopsies can be problematic, and researchers are seeking alternatives. A large European study provides encouraging evidence favoring a different approach that uses MRI instead of biopsy. 11/08/2024
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Approximately three million Americans have an inflammatory bowel disease. Current therapies for IBD suppress the immune system to reduce inflammation, but some preliminary studies have investigated whether probiotics are beneficial for people with IBD. 11/13/2024
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With this achievement, the Americas regains its status as a region free of endemic measles.Brasilia, November 12, 2024 (PAHO) – The Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, and the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, today confirmed that Brazil has been re-verified as free of measles, rubella, and… 11/14/2024
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The number of adults living with diabetes worldwide has surpassed 800 million, more than quadrupling since 1990, according to new data released in The Lancet on World Diabetes Day. The analysis, conducted by the NCD Risk Factor Collaboration (NCD-RisC) with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), highlights the scale of the diabetes epidemic and an urgent need for stronger global action to address both rising disease rates and widening treatment gaps, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). 11/14/2024
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Washington D.C. 7 November 2024 (PAHO/WHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has joined the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, an initiative proposed by the Government of Brazil during its G20 Presidency to combat hunger and poverty worldwide.The Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty aims to promote collective… 11/07/2024
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PAHO Director calls for urgent action to end violence against children in the Americas
Globally, one in two children and adolescents experience some form of violence each year. In the Americas, the homicide rate among those under the age of 18 is the highest in the world.Bogotá, Colombia, November 7, 2024 (PAHO) — At the opening of the First Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa,… 11/07/2024
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Ahead of the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference in Baku (COP29), the World Health Organization (WHO) calls for an end to reliance on fossil fuels and advocates for people-centred adaptation and resilience. 11/07/2024
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More than 100 governments today made historic commitments to end childhood violence, including nine pledging to ban corporal punishment – an issue that affects 3 out of every 5 children regularly in their homes. These commitments were made at a landmark event in Bogotá, Colombia, where government delegations are set to agree on a new global declaration aimed at protecting children from all kinds of violence, exploitation and abuse. 11/07/2024
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While medical knowledge on celiac disease has evolved over the past few decades, there are still aspects that remain poorly understood. Perhaps not surprisingly, misconceptions are widespread among the general public. 11/06/2024
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At the G20 Health Ministerial Meeting, PAHO shares recommendations for building resilient, sustainable, and equitable health systems
Rio de Janeiro, 1 November 2024 (PAHO/WHO) – The Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, this week participated in the G20 Health Working Group Ministerial Meeting to share evidence and recommendations on how to build sustainable and resilient health systems that ensure equitable access for all.During the… 11/07/2024
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Malaria Day in the Americas: PAHO calls on expanded access to diagnosis and treatment
Washington D.C. 6 November 2024 (PAHO/WHO) – On Malaria Day in the Americas, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is urging countries, local leaders and partners in the fight against malaria to join forces to expand access to diagnosis and treatment to accelerate elimination.The slogan for Malaria Day in the Americas 2024: "Expanding access… 11/07/2024
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Bogotá, November 5, 2024 (PAHO) — The Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, began a four-day official visit to Colombia on Tuesday with the aim of strengthening cooperation with the country. On his first day in Bogotá, Barbosa met with the President of the Republic, Gustavo Petro Urrego, accompanied by the… 11/07/2024
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PAHO supports over ten countries in Latin America and the Caribbean to improve ethical governance of health research
Washington, D.C., November 5, 2024 (PAHO) — In an effort to strengthen ethics in health research, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is supporting more than ten countries in Latin America and the Caribbean in developing laws, regulations and policies to promote a robust ethical framework for research. This effort not only seeks to align… 11/05/2024
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A new World Health Organization (WHO) study published today in eBioMedicine names 17 pathogens that regularly cause diseases in communities as top priorities for new vaccine development. The WHO study is the first global effort to systematically prioritize endemic pathogens based on criteria that included regional disease burden, antimicrobial resistance risk and socioeconomic impact. 11/05/2024
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An Ontario woman faces identity fraud charges on police allegations she faked nursing credentials to gain employment at multiple healthcare facilities throughout the province. 11/02/2024
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New global report shows that while cases continue to rise in the Americas, improvements in diagnosis and treatment are helping to reduce deaths1 November 2024 – The World Health Organization (WHO) published a new report on tuberculosis (TB) revealing that globally, approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023 - the… 11/02/2024
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PAHO to facilitate access to maternal vaccines to protect babies in the Americas from respiratory syncytial virus
Washington, D.C., November 1, 2024 (PAHO) – Starting in the first quarter of 2025, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), through its Regional Revolving Funds, will provide countries of the Americas with affordable access to the vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of pediatric hospitalization and death from… 11/02/2024
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A third phase of the polio vaccination campaign is set to begin tomorrow in part of the northern Gaza Strip after being postponed from 23 October 2024 due to lack of access and assured, comprehensive humanitarian pauses, intense bombardment, and mass evacuation orders. These conditions made it impossible for families to safely bring their children for vaccination and to organize campaign activities. 11/02/2024
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Ministers of health expressed their support for WHO's Investment Round during a G20 meeting chaired by Brazil held today in Rio de Janeiro. 11/02/2024
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Quadripartite partners organize High-Level One Health meeting in collaboration with Brazil's Ministry of Health at the G20 Summit
The Quadripartite collaboration on One Health – comprising the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) – co-organized the G20 High-Level Meeting on One Health on 30 October 2024. This event featured a panel discussion titled "Creating an Enabling Environment for One Health Implementation," emphasizing the critical need for robust governance and multisectoral coordination to advance the One Health approach, supported by real-life examples from various countries. 11/02/2024.jpg?v=8tkKlsaw3UW5I_fnNX48kG7xb7Uci_rnNUB2FYqOT6g "Quadripartite partners organize High-Level One Health meeting in collaboration with Brazil's Ministry of Health at the G20 Summit")
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Global Model WHO youth delegates urge swift action on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response
The World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) and the World Health Organization concluded the first in-person Global Model WHO (GMWHO) today, marking a powerful gathering of over 350 youth delegates from 52 countries from all Regions. 11/02/2024
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Statement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee – Stop the assault on Palestinians in Gaza and on those trying to help them
We the leaders of 15 United Nations and humanitarian organizations urge, yet again, all parties fighting in Gaza to protect civilians, and call on the State of Israel to cease its assault on Gaza and on the humanitarians trying to help. 11/02/2024
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Washington, DC, October 31, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an epidemiological alert due to the recent identification of clusters and cases of measles in the Americas, urging countries to intensify their vaccination and surveillance efforts.In the alert published on Monday, PAHO reported that, in 2024 up to… 11/01/2024
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As part of ongoing efforts to enhance quality-assured testing options, the World Health Organization (WHO) has listed two additional mpox in vitro diagnostics under its Emergency Use Listing (EUL) procedure. WHO’s EUL is based on the review of quality, safety and performance data in compliance with international standards while addressing the specific needs of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). 10/31/2024
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Cybersecurity experts are increasingly being asked to help Canadian healthcare organizations navigate the opportunities and risks of using AI in healthcare. In response to this, we have created this guide to advise on how to build an infrastructure... 10/25/2024
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This toolkit provides a guide for healthcare organizations, including primary care clinics and hospitals, to navigate the complexities of AI procurement while ensuring compliance with regulations, ethical practices, and patient safety. 10/25/2024
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Meditation helps us calm the body and shift perspective, and certain types of it offer an array of health benefits. What's more, imaging research shows that meditation can change the structure and connectivity of brain areas to help us cope with fear and anxiety. 10/29/2024
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According to a economic report conducted by Parkinson Canada, the disease comes with a hefty price tag for patients and caregivers, with costs expected to hit $4.4 billion by 2034. 10/29/2024
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PAHO observes International Day of Care and Support, calling for support for dependent people and their caregivers
Washington, DC, October 29, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) joins in the observance of the International Day of Care and Support today, to highlight the vital role of care at all stages of life. PAHO urges the implementation of policies that not only support dependent people but also strengthen the care workforce.As… 10/29/2024
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The World Health Organization (WHO) today published a new report on tuberculosis revealing that approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023 – the highest number recorded since WHO began global TB monitoring in 1995. This represents a notable increase from 7.5 million reported in 2022, placing TB again as the leading infectious disease killer in 2023, surpassing COVID-19. 10/29/2024
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WHO and partners activate Global Health Emergency Corps for the first time in response to mpox outbreak
In October 2024, WHO and partners, in collaboration with Member States, activated the Global Health Emergency Corps (GHEC) for the first time to provide support to countries facing mpox outbreaks. 10/29/2024
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The province says both vaccines are available at participating pharmacies, public health units and doctors' offices across the province, and it's safe to get them at the same time. 10/29/2024
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Six months after Ontario began a push to close what it believes is a federal loophole, nurse practitioners continue to charge in Ontario. One proposed solution was voted down. 10/28/2024
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PAHO hosts Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas to strengthen health systems and economic resilience in the region
Washington, D.C., October 24, 2024 (PAHO)– The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today convened the Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas (EHA), bringing together leaders from the health and finance sectors to address the challenges faced by countries in the post-pandemic era. “The recent COVID-19 pandemic has shown us how… 10/25/2024
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‘It’ll take time’: Ontario hospital trying to rebuild after board resigns en masse
The head of the London Health Sciences Centre says the organization is taking a cautious approach to how it moves forward after a tumultuous few months. 10/24/2024
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Washington, D.C., October 23, 2024 (PAHO) – On World Polio Day (October 24), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the certification of the eradication of wild poliovirus transmission in the Region of the Americas.In 1975, the region reported nearly 6,000 cases of polio. However, thanks to child… 10/24/2024
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New Pandemic Fund grants to help bolster pandemic preparedness and response for countries of the Americas
PAHO to support countries in the implementation of critical resources to fund disease surveillance, early warning systems and other key projects in ten countries of the RegionWashington D.C. 23 October 2024 (PAHO) - As part of its second round of funding, released on 18 October 2024, the Pandemic Fund (PF) has approved five new projects for Latin… 10/24/2024
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Intense bombardments, mass displacements and lack of access in northern Gaza force the postponement of polio vaccination campaign
Due to the escalating violence, intense bombardment, mass displacement orders, and lack of assured humanitarian pauses across most of northern Gaza, the Polio Technical Committee for Gaza, including the Palestinian Ministry of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and partners have been compelled to postpone the third phase of the polio vaccination campaign, which was set to begin today. This final phase of the ongoing campaign aimed to vaccinate 119 279 children across northern Gaza. 10/24/2024