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US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization

The U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization

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Trump completes US withdrawal from WHO. Here’s what it means and why experts are worried

The US owes more than 130 million dollars to WHO

The Independent UK

What is Nipah virus? Symptoms to watch out for as India races to contain deadly outbreak

Nipah is a deadly virus with no vaccine or cure and considered a high-risk pathogen by the World Health Organization

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The United States has officially left WHO, ending a year of controversial health reforms

22 January 2026 was the United States’ final day as a member of the World Health Organization (WHO) after a year of polemic health policy decisions.

Euronews

How the U.S. withdrawal from WHO could affect global health powers and disease threats

Hours after Donald Trump began his second term as United States president on Jan. 20, 2024, he signed an executive order to end American membership in the World Health Organization (WHO) after one year. This restarted a process that the first Trump administration initiated in July 2020 but was reversed…

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Countries must raise taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to curb preventable disease, WHO says

Low taxes, which are not in line with inflation, are ineffective in reducing alcohol or sugary drink consumption, the World Health Organization warns.

Euronews

Burnout Symptoms in the Digital Age: Hidden Signs of Work Stress and Chronic Fatigue

Discover overlooked burnout symptoms from digital work stress and chronic fatigue impacting mental health. Learn early warning signs and practical ways to restore balance in daily life.

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“I Humiliated Her”: Husband Bans Wife From The Front Seat After Her Anxiety Meltdown Puts Them At Risk

Road traffic crashes account for more than a million fatalities globally each year, so responsible driving is paramount. When you get into your car, your goal should be to get to your destination safely. You can love your family with all of your heart, but if they behave in dangerous…

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What it’s like learning to drive on some of the world’s most dangerous roads

Authorities say 94% of road accidents in the country of 15 million people are caused by human error

The Independent UK

How a potential bird-flu pandemic could play out

The World Health Organization uses the term ‘Pathogen X’ to denote an unknown or unspecified pathogen that could cause a pandemic. Since 2018, the WHO has been steering efforts to detect and contain outbreaks, including ‘Disease X’. And when this disease does infect humans, the impact would depend on how quickly countries…

Newslaundry

I Said Goodbye to the Outdated 66°F Heating Rule: Turning the Temperature Up Really Is Better for Your Home, Health, and the Planet

My bills didn't go up, we've been so comfortable, and all the condensation has disappeared

Homes & Gardens

Use of traditional medicine in mainstream healthcare needs to be evidence-based

Letter: Dr Radhamanohar Macherla responds to plans by the World Health Organization to harness the potential of complementary medicine

The Guardian - UK

New flu strain putting severe pressure on healthcare across Europe, says WHO

At least 27 of 38 countries in WHO’s European region are reporting high or very high influenza activity, body says

The Guardian - UK

As flu cases spike, is it time to start wearing masks again?

With flu season arriving early and NHS leaders encouraging people with symptoms to wear masks in public, a question arises: do masks actually work against the flu?

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Gaza amputees struggle to rebuild lives as the enclave faces shortages of prosthetic limbs

The World Health Organization says Israel’s bombardment in Gaza for the past two years has left tens of thousands of Palestinians with life-changing injuries, including at least 6,000 people with amputations

The Guardian - UK

Air passengers exposed to extremely high levels of ultrafine particle pollution, study finds

Levels during boarding and taxiing were far above those defined as high by the World Health Organization

Medical Daily

Immunity Myths vs. Immune System Facts: What Doctors Say You're Getting Wrong

Discover the truth behind common immunity myths as doctors reveal science-backed immune system facts about supplements, vaccines, and lifestyle habits that truly support immune health.

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“I Can’t Help It”: Woman Eats What She Shouldn’t, Coworker Pays The Price

Mcdonald’s, Wendy’s, Donuts, Starbucks Frappuccinos... Not exactly the healthiest diet for someone with diabetes. Yet, one diabetic woman insists on indulging in such food while at work. Needless to say, she ends up getting ill and as a result, is always behind schedule with her tasks. One of her colleagues…

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WHO declares end of Indonesia's poliovirus outbreak following yearslong vaccination campaign

The World Health Organization has declared Indonesia’s polio outbreak officially over following nearly three years of intensive response efforts

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The ultra-processed foods problem is driven by commercial interests, not individual weakness. Here’s how to fix it

Ultra-processed foods are displacing traditional foods and meals globally, degrading diet quality, and contributing to the rise of diet-related chronic diseases.

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Why aging shouldn’t be classified as a disease

In 2018, the World Health Organization (WHO) released the 11th edition of the International Classification of Diseases — a global, standard-setting guideline for how institutions should understand and organize health information. In it was a new diagnostic category for symptoms and signs of disease: “old age.”

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Here’s The Top 5 Foods That Everyone Should Stop Eating

The modern food supply offers a wide range of convenient and delicious options. However, some of these foods come with a very high and a very well-documented health risk. Major global health organizations, like the World Health Organization (W.H.O.) and the American Heart Association (AHA), have issued strong warnings about…

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Sudan's paramilitary kills at least 40 people as fighting spreads into Kordofan region

Sudan's paramilitary force has attacked the city of el-Obeid, killing at least 40 civilians

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Militia attack on hospital in Darfur came in waves, WHO says

The World Health Organization reports that gunmen who reportedly killed at least 460 people at a hospital in Sudan's Darfur region returned three times to the facility during their assault

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Aid workers fear for those missing from a city in Sudan's Darfur region seized by paramilitary force

Aid workers are concerned that only a few people fleeing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Sudan's Darfur region have reached safety

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