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Bangladesh is confronting a major measles outbreak, with 415 deaths, 50,500 suspected cases and a nationwide emergency vaccine campaign.

Hantavirus, a rare rodent-borne disease, drove a multinational health response after three reported deaths aboard MV Hondius off Cape Verde.

KINSHASA: The Democratic Republic of the Congo has declared an end to the mpox outbreak that had remained under national emergency…

LYON: Nearly four in 10 cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing exposure to known, modifiable risk factors, according to…

WHO’s 78th Assembly to feature a high-level segment on traditional medicine led by India, emphasizing Ayurveda and health innovation.

WHO warns cholera is spreading fast in 2025, with over 100,000 cases and 1,300 deaths already reported globally.

UN warns Myanmar faces a health disaster after a deadly earthquake as medical shortages and poor sanitation threaten widespread disease.

WHO launches global centre for traditional medicine in Gujarat, India to advance research, training, and wellness integration.

Childhood tuberculosis cases rose nearly 10% in Europe and Central Asia in 2023, highlighting urgent public health concerns.

A deadly outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed 50 people within hours, prompting WHO investigations as officials race to determine the cause.