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Only walking for exercise? Here’s how to get the most out of it
Excessive Gaming Causing Health Issues
WHO and UNICEF launch free online course to address children’s environmental health
Leprosy cases are rising in the US – what is the ancient disease and why is it spreading now?
Global child deaths reach historic low in 2022 – UN report
WHO report reveals gender inequalities at the root of global crisis in health and care work
Salty foods are making people sick − in part by poisoning their microbiomes
Sitting is bad for your health and exercise doesn’t seem to offset the harmful effects
As the pandemic turns four, here’s what we need to do for a healthier future
Eliminating Malaria Requires New Solutions
WHO launches new manual to support delivery of psychological interventions
Experts of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Appreciate Bahrain’s Emphasis on Inclusion, Ask about Disrespectful Terminology in Certain…
Message by the Director of the Department of Immunization, Vaccines and Biologicals at WHO – February 2024
New manual released to support diagnosis of mental, behavioural and neurodevelopmental disorders added in ICD-11
Evidence-based reform leads the way but more is needed to advance women’s careers
Lead from old paint and pipes is still a harmful and deadly hazard in millions of US homes
African health ministers commit to end malaria deaths
Fluoride Added To Gunnedah’s Town Water From Monday
Wave of new commitments marks historic step towards the elimination of cervical cancer
New report documents increase in HIV drug resistance to dolutegravir
Study shows screen time is replacing vital language opportunities for toddlers
Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Opens Thirtieth Session
Hearing Aid Could Extend Your Brain Function By Years
Measles is one of the deadliest and most contagious infectious diseases – and one of the most easily preventable
WHO launches Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance guidelines, 10th edition
One in eight people are now living with obesity
WHO issues guidance to improve access to hearing care in low- and middle-income settings
World’s first global technical advisory group on motorcycle safety convened by WHO
Drinking olive oil: a health and beauty elixir or celebrity fad in a shot glass?
Leaders call for scale-up in implementing One Health approach
WHO launches a Repository of systematic reviews on interventions in environment, climate change and health
Message From Director
Nasal solution for ear infection in kids closer thanks to major grant
‘Naked carbs’ and ‘net carbs’ – what are they and should you count them?
Music therapy could help manage the pain of bereavement
Drug-resistant TB responds rapidly to bedaquiline-based therapy
Inclusion of noncommunicable disease care in response to humanitarian emergencies will help save more lives
A pandemic that won’t go away – as COVID enters its 5th year, NZ needs a realistic strategy
Nicotine pouches are being marketed to young people on social media. But are they safe, or even legal?
Recommendations announced for influenza vaccine composition for the 2024-2025 northern hemisphere influenza season
International Pathogen Surveillance Network launches catalytic grant fund for pathogen genomics
Southern Africa: A four-fold surge in cholera cases puts tens of thousands of children at risk as cyclone season brings more flooding
New series highlights the importance of a positive postnatal experience for all women and newborns
Civilians in Gaza in extreme peril while the world watches on: Ten requirements to avoid an even worse catastrophe
Statement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC): Civilians in Gaza in extreme peril while the world watches on
Experts of the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Commend Indonesia on Successful General Elections, Raise Questions on the Job Creation…
Study examines medical mystery of child hepatitis outbreak
If you’re worried about inflammation, stop stressing about seed oils and focus on the basics