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Ebola scare in Rajasthan after woman shows symptoms
A woman from Uganda has been isolated in Jaipur, Rajasthan after she showed symptoms similar to the Ebola virus disease.
3 Ebola vaccines being developed amid outbreak in Africa
The International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), the University of Oxford, and pharmaceutical giant Moderna are all working on vaccines for the Bundibugyo species of Ebola.
India dispatches medical supplies to Africa amid Ebola outbreak
India has dispatched its first batch of emergency medical supplies and protective kits to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC).
Ebola outbreak: India issues travel advisory for these African countries
The Indian government has advised its citizens against non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. The advisory comes as an Ebola outbreak ravages these countries.
US restricts entry for green card holders from 3 countries
The United States has expanded its travel restrictions to include lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) who have recently traveled through the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan.
Ebola vaccine could take another 9 months: WHO warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that it could take up to nine months for a vaccine against the Bundibugyo species of Ebola to be developed.
Congo opens more treatment centers as 'rare' Ebola kills 120
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced plans to open three new Ebola treatment centers in the eastern Ituri province.
Why WHO has declared a global health emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a public health emergency of global concern over an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province.
Prepare for more hantavirus cases: WHO chief tells countries
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has urged nations to prepare for more hantavirus cases.
One cruise passenger tests positive for hantavirus; another develops symptoms
Passengers evacuated from the hantavirus-infected MV Hondius cruise ship began flying home aboard military and government flights on Sunday after the vessel anchored in the Canary Islands.
2 Indian crew aboard hantavirus-hit ship; 3 passengers dead
A rare hantavirus outbreak on the Dutch expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has left three passengers dead and eight others infected or suspected to be infected.
Hantavirus outbreak spreads to Europe as cruise returnee tests positive
A hantavirus outbreak has reached Europe after a passenger on the MV Hondius cruise ship tested positive for the virus back home, authorities announced on Wednesday.
WHO confirms 'Andes' strain of hantavirus in cruise passengers
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the presence of the Andes strain of hantavirus in passengers aboard a cruise ship at the center of a deadly outbreak of the rare infection.
Is the world prepared for the next pandemic?
The world is still unprepared for the next pandemic, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Helen Clark have warned. They co-chaired the WHO's Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response.
WHO suspects human-to-human transmission after cruise hantavirus outbreak kills 3
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that there may have been some human-to-human transmission after a hantavirus outbreak on board the MV Hondius cruise ship killed three and left several others sick.
What is hantavirus that killed 3 passengers on cruise ship?
A rare disease, hantavirus, is suspected to have caused the deaths of three people aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
This is the 1st WHO-approved malaria treatment for infants
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first-ever malaria treatment specifically designed for infants.
Fact-check: Did 60,000 die in Germany from COVID vaccine?
A testimony by a former Pfizer toxicologist to the German parliament has sparked controversy over COVID-19 vaccine safety.
5 Indian cities among world's top 10 most polluted
The 2025 World Air Quality Report released by the Swiss firm IQAir has placed five Indian cities among the top 10 most polluted in the world.
5 of top 10 most polluted cities in India
Loni in Uttar Pradesh has been named the world's most polluted city in 2025, according to the latest World Air Quality Report by IQAir.
We might be losing the fight against superbugs
The global fight against superbugs is facing a major setback, experts have warned.
Black rain in Iran after airstrikes; what are scientists saying
Scientists fear that the Israeli attacks on oil facilities in and around Tehran might have serious repercussions on health and the environment, affecting water and food sources long after the smoke and black rain have cleared.
Israel accused of spraying cancer-linked glyphosate on Lebanese farms
Lebanon has accused Israel of spraying a cancer-linked herbicide on many tracts of farmland in the south of the country.
Ghaziabad suicide horror: Were victims suffering from Internet Gaming Disorder?
The tragic suicide of three minor sisters in Ghaziabad has brought the issue of Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) into sharp focus.
WHO reacts as India reports deadly Nipah virus cases
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that the risk of transmission of the Nipah virus to other Indian states or internationally is low after two cases were reported in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district.
'Scientifically reckless': US exits WHO, abandons $260M debt
The United States has officially exited the World Health Organization (WHO), a year after President Donald Trump announced the decision.
Trump withdraws US from 66 international organizations: Here's why
United States President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation withdrawing the country from 66 international organizations, including 35 non-United Nations bodies and 31 UN-affiliated entities.
Less than 5% of genomic studies are from low-income countries
An analysis by the World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that over 80% of genomic studies on diseases are conducted in high-income countries.
Bird flu mutating could cause pandemic 'worse than COVID-19': Expert
The bird flu virus poses a potential risk of causing a pandemic worse than COVID-19 if it mutates to transmit between humans, an expert said.
FSSAI orders nationwide removal of juices, electrolyte-drinks sold as 'ORS'
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered the immediate removal of fruit-based drinks, ready-to-serve beverages, electrolyte drinks, and similar products that are falsely marketed as "ORS" (Oral Rehydration Salts).
WHO to layoff over 2,000 employees amid budget crisis
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a major downsizing effort, with plans to cut almost 25% of its workforce—or over 2,000 employees—by mid-2026.
SC rejects year-long construction ban to tackle Delhi-NCR pollution
The Supreme Court ruled against a year-long construction ban in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) to improve air quality on Monday.
Ethiopia confirms deadly Marburg virus outbreak: Know symptoms and risks
Ethiopia has confirmed its first outbreak of the Marburg virus disease (MVD), with nine cases reported in the southern region near South Sudan.
Madhya Pradesh cough syrup tragedy: Accused doctor's wife arrested
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the cough syrup tragedy in Madhya Pradesh has arrested Jyoti Soni, the wife of accused doctor Praveen Soni.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor'; it could worsen further
Delhi's air quality has remained "very poor" for the third consecutive day, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 347 on Tuesday morning.
Maldives becomes 1st country to impose generational smoking ban
The Maldives has become the first country to impose a generational smoking ban, making it illegal for anyone born after January 1, 2007, to buy or sell tobacco products.
Rising global heat killing one person a minute: Report
The rising global heat is killing one person every minute, a report has revealed.
Gaza health crisis will last for 'generations to come': WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned that the health crisis in Gaza will have long-lasting effects.
Infectious diseases in Gaza 'spiraling out of control,' warns WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarm over the outbreak of infectious diseases in the Gaza Strip.
WHO names Coldrif among 3 'substandard' cough syrups in India
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an alert on three "substandard" cough syrups in India, including Coldrif, Respifresh TR, and ReLife.
WHO issues new guidelines on tuberculosis and undernutrition
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued new recommendations on tuberculosis (TB) and undernutrition as part of its new consolidated guidelines on TB.
WHO warns of global rise in antibiotic-resistant infections in hospitals
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a worrying increase in common infections in hospitals globally that are resistant to antibiotics.
WHO intervenes after 20 children die from toxic cough syrup
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sought immediate clarification from the Indian government after at least 20 children died in Madhya Pradesh from consuming a toxic cough syrup.
Cough syrup deaths: PIL in SC seeks CBI probe
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the deaths of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh, allegedly after consuming a cough syrup.
New COVID-19 variant 'Stratus' spreading in US, UK; know symptoms
A new COVID-19 variant, called "Stratus," is spreading rapidly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
World is now 1 step closer to ending HIV epidemic
A new injectable drug, Lenacapavir, that prevents HIV infection will soon be available at an affordable price in over 100 low-income countries.
Trump says Cuba has 'virtually no autism'; doctors disagree
United States President Donald Trump has made a controversial claim about autism in Cuba.
This device can extract drinking water from air without electricity
Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an innovative atmospheric water generator.
What is deadly Chagas disease, spread by 'kissing bugs'
A deadly parasitic infection transmitted by kissing bugs has been reported in 32 US states.
Afghanistan earthquake death toll crosses 1,400
The death toll from the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck northern Afghanistan late Sunday has reached 1,400, while more than 3,100 have been injured.
Netanyahu announces new plan to 'defeat' Hamas, draws backlash
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a new plan to "defeat" Hamas in Gaza.
14.3 million children globally remain unvaccinated, reveals new report
A new report has revealed that an estimated 14.3 million children across the globe are still completely unvaccinated.
Poliovirus found in sewage samples from 20 Pakistan districts
Pakistan is facing a major health crisis after the poliovirus was detected in sewage samples from 20 districts.
This experimental AstraZeneca drug can lower high blood pressure
AstraZeneca's experimental drug, Baxdrostat, has shown promising results in a late-stage trial for treatment-resistant hypertension.
After nipah virus death in Malappuram, another critical in Palakkad
A 38-year-old woman from Thachanattukara in north Kerala's Palakkad is currently undergoing treatment for the Nipah virus at the Government Medical College in Kozhikode.
DMK's regional ally leader apologizes after calling same-sex love 'perversion'
Thol Thirumavalavan, a leader of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Member of Parliament from Chidambaram, has apologized for his remarks on same-sex relationships.
WHO declares India trachoma-free, says PM in 'Mann Ki Baat'
In his latest "Mann Ki Baat" episode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared India free of trachoma, an eye disease.
WHO adopts first-ever pandemic treaty—Will it make a difference?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted the first-ever global pandemic treaty, aimed at preventing and responding to future pandemics.
UN warns 14,000 babies could die in Gaza within 48hrs
The United Nations has issued a dire warning that without immediate intervention, around 14,000 babies could perish in Gaza within the next two days.
US absent from WHO's annual assembly: What's the impact?
For the first time since its inception in 1948, the United States is not attending the World Health Organization's (WHO) World Health Assembly, being held in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 19-27.
WHO members approve treaty to improve pandemic preparedness
The World Health Organization (WHO) has taken a major step toward global pandemic preparedness with its member states voting in favor of a new treaty.
Global life expectancy dropped 1.8 years in 2 years: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report detailing the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global health.
US health secretary's autism study sparks public health concerns
United States Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's recent autism study has alarm bells ringing in the medical community.
World Health Day 2025: History, significance, and this year's theme
World Health Day is celebrated on April 7 every year to celebrate the importance of good health.
Bangladesh and Chad were world's most polluted countries in 2024
Only seven countries met the World Health Organization's (WHO) air quality standards in 2024. They were Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia, and Iceland.
India likely undercounting heat-related fatalities, says ex-WHO chief scientist
India is "most likely" undercounting heat-related deaths due to a lack of robust data, said Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO) and health ministry advisor.
Scientists discover new part of immune system with antibiotic potential
Researchers have found a previously unknown component of the immune system, with potential implications for treating infectious diseases.