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UK, Europe Stripped of Measles-Free Status Amid Outbreaks
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The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday declared that Britain and several European countries have lost their measles elimination status following a surge in infections across the regions, according to Reuters. Spain, Austria, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan were also stripped of their status after cases rose sharply. According to Reuters, WHO urged governments to…
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Abbott’s Supply Chain Comes Under Scrutiny in India Over Banned Cough Syrup
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Abbott’s Healthcare India’s supply chain is under scrutiny as part of a broader investigation into the alleged misuse of Phensedyl, a codeine-based cough syrup prone to abuse by addicts, according to Reuters. Abbott halted the production of codeine-based Phensedyl in December 2024, citing continued misuse despite safeguards. However, authorities say the drug remains in…
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India Tightens Controls After Nipah Cases Emerge in West Bengal
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India is stepping up efforts to contain a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal after five cases were confirmed, including infections among doctors and nurses. Nearly 100 people have been placed under home quarantine, while those infected are being treated at hospitals in and around Kolkata. According to Press Trust of India (PTI), the…
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Trump Unveils ‘Great Healthcare Plan,’ Announces $50 Billion Push for Rural Health
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US Donald Trump on Friday announced a new healthcare initiative, dubbed ‘The Great Healthcare Plan’, outlining a $50 billion federal investment aimed at strengthening rural health care across the United States. Speaking at a White House roundtable on January 16, Trump said the plan would direct $50 billion over five years to all 50…
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Influenza Activity Rises Worldwide as A(H3N2) Becomes Dominant
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Influenza activity has been increasing globally since October 2025, with several countries reporting an early start to the flu season. Health surveillance data shows that influenza A(H3N2) viruses have emerged as the dominant strain in circulation across multiple regions. In many countries of the northern hemisphere, levels of acute respiratory infections typically rise during…
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Antibiotic Resistance Rising Worldwide, WHO Warns
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In a recent development, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned of widespread resistance to commonly used antibiotics, calling it a growing threat to global public health. According to a new WHO report published towards the end of 2025, one in six laboratory-confirmed bacterial infections worldwide in 2023 showed resistance to antibiotic treatment. The…
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The Numbers Behind Malaria’s Resurgence Tell a Story of Conflict, Climate and Inequality
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Once again, the World Malaria Report published annually by the World Health Organization has provided an assessment of global progress in malaria control and elimination. Drawing on 2024 data from 80 malaria-endemic countries, the latest report has tracked trends in malaria, evaluating progress towards the targets set under the WHO Global Technical Strategy for…
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WHO Calls for Higher Taxes on Sugary Drinks and Alcohol in New Global Health Push
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged governments to raise taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol and tobacco, warning that low prices are fuelling preventable diseases and placing growing strain on health systems. The call came during a global WHO press briefing marking the launch of new reports on the use of health taxes, which…
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Sudan: 1000 days of war deepen the world’s worst health and humanitarian crisis
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Geneva, Cairo, Port Sudan – The conflict in Sudan reaches its 1000th day, with over 20 million people requiring health assistance and 21 million desperately needing food. Nearly three years of continuous violence, severe access constraints, and reduced funding have turned Sudan into the worst humanitarian crisis globally. An estimated 33.7 million people will…