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The Global Health Emergency of Mpox Comes to an End
In a significant development, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced the end of a global health emergency that lasted for 10 months. This decision was based on the recommendation of the organization’s emergency committee that convened recently. Global Health ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
World Health Day – Update (April, 2023)
World Health Day is celebrated globally on April 7 every year to raise awareness about physical, mental, and social wellness. It is an initiative of the World Health Organization (WHO) to promote health and well-being for all individuals. The day ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
“Infertility Prevalence Estimates, 1990–2021” Report
Infertility is a disease of the male or female reproductive system that is defined by the failure to achieve pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. It affects millions of people globally, and the World Health ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Azerbaijan and Tajikistan: Malaria-Free Countries
Azerbaijan and Tajikistan were declared malaria-free by the WHO on March 29, 2023. This came as the result of an extensive century-long campaign by the two nations to eradicate the disease. Elimination of Anopheles Mosquito-Borne Disease Malaria is a serious ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Mexico Imposes One of the World’s Strictest Anti-Smoking Laws
Mexico has recently imposed one of the world’s strictest anti-tobacco laws, setting in force a total ban on smoking in public places, including hotels, beaches, and parks. The new law, which is part of the country’s General Law for Tobacco ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
World Malaria Report 2022
World Malaria Report 2022 was released by the World Health Organization (WHO) on December 8. What is the World Malaria Report? The WHO releases the World Malaria Report each year to provide in-depth information on the current trends regarding malaria ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2022
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
“Preventing Injuries and Violence: An Overview” Report
A report titled “Preventing injuries and violence: An overview” was released recently by the World Health Organization at the 14th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion held in Australia. What are the key findings of the report? Of ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2022
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Global Report on Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities
The Global report on health equity for persons with disabilities was released on December 2 by the World Health Organization (WHO). It was released ahead of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3). What are the key findings ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2022
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
New Name for Monkeypox
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that mpox is currently the preferred name for monkeypox. Why was monkeypox renamed? Monkeypox was named in 1970 – more than 10 years after the virus that causes the disease was discovered in captive ..
Month: Current Affairs – November, 2022
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
WHO’s New Strategy to Combat Antimalarial Drug Resistance in Africa
On November 17, the World Health Organization unveiled a new strategy to combat antimalarial drug resistance in Africa. It was launched during the World Antimicrobial Awareness Week – the annual international campaign that raises awareness about antibiotic resistance. What causes ..
Month: Current Affairs – November, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs