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The 78th session of the World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO), will convene in Geneva beginning 19th May 2025. A prominent feature of this year’s agenda will be a high-level segment dedicated to traditional

Austria has temporarily closed several minor border crossings with Slovakia to protect its livestock industry following an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the neighboring country. State Secretary for Health Ulrike Königsberger-Ludwig announced on Wednesday that the Ministry of the Interior

The World Health Organization (WHO) has inaugurated its first Global Centre for Traditional Medicine in Jamnagar, located in India’s Gujarat state. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the integration of traditional healing practices with evidence-based healthcare research, training, and

The United States is experiencing a significant surge in measles cases, with infections in early 2025 already surpassing the total recorded throughout 2024, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The outbreak is most concentrated in west

An unidentified illness has claimed the lives of more than 50 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) within hours of symptom onset, prompting urgent investigations by local health authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO). The outbreak,

Maintaining a healthy waist circumference and engaging in regular physical activity significantly reduces cancer risk, according to a groundbreaking study funded by the World Cancer Research Fund. The research, involving over 315,000 participants, marks the first comprehensive analysis of how

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Johnson & Johnson’s nasal spray, Spravato, as a standalone treatment for adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) that is resistant to conventional therapies. This marks a significant development in the treatment of depression,

Recent research highlights the critical role of dietary protein sources in managing high cholesterol, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Health experts emphasize that incorporating specific proteins into daily meals can significantly lower cholesterol levels and enhance heart health. Below, we explore some of the

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), in partnership with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, has allocated over AED 19 million in grants to drive advancements in healthcare research and innovation. This funding, distributed through the Healthcare Research and

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its definition of “healthy” food for the first time in 30 years, redefining the nutritional standards that guide consumer choices. The revised criteria prioritize nutrient-rich foods such as eggs, salmon, and avocados,