Within the WHO South-East Asia Region, preliminary estimates for 2024 suggest that over 23,000 pregnant women were diagnosed with syphilis, and more than 8,000 infants were born with congenital syphilis. 

THIS nation become the 1st to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis

India alerts WHO after 3 cough syrups found contaminated with toxic DEG; products recalled

During a press briefing on Monday (Sep 21), Trump insisted that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol and “tough it out”, linking it to autism. He also urged major changes to the standard vaccines administered to babies.

‘Evidence remains inconsistent’: WHO quashes Trump’s claims of Tylenol linked with autism during pregnancy

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) statistics highlight a consistent and concerning upsurge in suicide rates in India from 9.9 per lakh population in 2017 to 12.4 per lakh population in 2022.

World Suicide Prevention Day 2025: Why India still struggles with rising mental-health concerns | EXPLAINED

As the US-China trade war escalates, African countries are emerging as unexpected victims. With rising tariffs and disrupted global trade routes, poor African nations may face a double economic blow. The World Health Organization has also raised concerns about the ripple effects on healthcare and essential imports.

US-China trade war makes African nations scramble for new partners

Aid cuts by wealthy countries could be at risk of dying during pregnancy and childbirth, says a UN report. The most vulnerable are pregnant women in conflict zones, as the risk is much higher given the healthcare system is crippled and it's dependent on countries sending in aid. World

WHO warns reduced aid could have 'pandemic-like effect' leading to pregnancy deaths

Argentina announces its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) in response to controversial policies, including plans to ban hormone treatments and gender-affirming surgeries. The decision has sparked global debates on human rights and medical freedoms.

Argentina withdraws from WHO, To ban hormone treatment, gender-affirming surgery

World: The resource-rich eastern provinces of North and South Kivu have been plagued by conflicts for three decades, with the Rwanda-backed M23 emerging as one of the most powerful armed groups in recent years.

Crisis in Congo: 400,000 displaced as M23 rebels advance; UN Security Council convenes urgently

World: President Trump hints at potential US return to WHO after earlier exit citing concerns over handling COVID-19 and international health issues.

Donald Trump may consider rejoining World Health Organization after signing withdrawal order

World news: This is not the first time Trump has attempted to withdraw from the WHO. In 2020, he took significant steps to quit the body, accusing it of aiding China's efforts to "mislead the world" about the origins of Covid. 

Trump signs executive order to pull US out of World Health Organization

India detects its first two HMPV cases in Bengaluru, raising concerns amid reports of an HMPV outbreak in China. HMPV is a viral respiratory infection that causes symptoms resembling the common cold. Watch this report for more details!

India urges WHO for timely updates on HMPV outbreak

World: "We continue to call on China to share data and access so we can understand the origins of Covid-19. This is a moral and scientific imperative," the WHO said in a statement.

WHO urges China to share data on COVID-19 origins five years after pandemic began

The World Health Organization has declared cholera a major emergency after a sharp rise in cases. This comes a year after years of progress in controlling the disease.

W.H.O Warns Of Growing Threat Of Cholera Worldwide

World News | The UN chief condemned the “escalation” in the region, whereas WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus later said he was about to board a plane at the airport.

West Asia crisis LIVE: Yemen-based Houthis claim drone, missile attack at Tel Aviv airport

Delhi AQI crosses 500 mark, PM2.5 level 65 times over WHO prescribed limit

Dependency trap: Chinese strategy to mute global response to its multidomain aggression

Egypt certified as malaria-free, WHO says 'truly historic'

With the increasing prevalence of earphones in daily life, concerns are growing about their impact on health. Prolonged use of earphones, especially at high volumes, can lead to hearing loss and tinnitus, as sound waves can damage sensitive hair cells in the inner ear.

Danger Lurking in Your Daily Earphone Use

WHO approves Bavarian Nordic's vaccine for Mpox

#Gravitas India's Ministry of Health confirmed its first case of mpox in the country. A young male patient, who had recently returned from a country grappling with an mpox outbreak, showed symptoms of the disease. In a statement on Monday evening, the ministry confirmed the individual as the first confirmed case of mpox in India.

Mpox comes to India. Are we prepared?

WHO chief urges global action, calls Sudan situation a 'perfect storm of crises'

India on high alert as first suspected Mpox case detected after traveller returns from Africa

A new review commissioned by the World Health Organisation (WHO) has found no evidence linking mobile phone use to an increased risk of brain cancer. Watch in for more details!

WHO-backed study: Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer

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THIS nation become the 1st to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis

India alerts WHO after 3 cough syrups with toxic DEG found; products recalled

‘Evidence remains inconsistent’: WHO quashes Trump’s claims on Tylenol

World Suicide Prevention Day 2025: Why India battles rising mental health crisis

US-China trade war makes African nations scramble for new partners

WHO warns reduced aid could have 'pandemic-like effect' leading to pregnancy deaths

Argentina withdraws from WHO, To ban hormone treatment, gender-affirming surgery

Crisis in Congo: 400,000 displaced as M23 rebels advance; UN Security Council convenes urgently

Donald Trump may consider rejoining World Health Organization after signing withdrawal order

Trump signs executive order to pull US out of World Health Organization

India urges WHO for timely updates on HMPV outbreak

WHO urges China to share data on COVID-19 origins five years after pandemic began

W.H.O Warns Of Growing Threat Of Cholera Worldwide

W.H.O Warns Of Growing Threat Of Cholera Worldwide

West Asia crisis LIVE: Yemen-based Houthis claim drone, missile attack at Tel Aviv airport

Delhi AQI crosses 500 mark, PM2.5 level 65 times over WHO prescribed limit

Dependency trap: Chinese strategy to mute global response to its multidomain aggression

Egypt certified as malaria-free, WHO says 'truly historic'

Danger Lurking in Your Daily Earphone Use

WHO approves Bavarian Nordic's vaccine for Mpox

Mpox comes to India. Are we prepared?

WHO chief urges global action, calls Sudan situation a 'perfect storm of crises'

India on high alert as first suspected Mpox case detected after traveller returns from Africa

WHO-backed study: Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer