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AI Tool In National Disease Surveillance Helped Issue Over 5,000 Alerts To Health Authorities: Data
Nearly 200 countries are legally bound by the International Health Regulations (IHR) to operate a national disease surveillance system. The IHR and World Health Organization work together in protecting global health security.
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High Levels Of Inequality Leading To Low Health Security, More Pandemics: UN Report
Inequality is undermining national and global efforts to combat pandemics, making them more disruptive, deadly, and longer in duration, according to a global report by UNAIDS on Monday.
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Inequality Making World More Prone To Pandemics: UN Report
The report called on world leaders to increase pandemic preparedness by investing in "social protection mechanisms" within their countries while also tackling global inequality, including through debt restructuring for developing countries.
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India A "Bright Spot" Amid Global Uncertainty: Chief Economic Advisor
India remains a rare "bright spot" in a world facing growing uncertainty, said Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, pointing to the country's steady economic performance despite ongoing global challenges.
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This Low-Tech Solution Cut Ship Emissions By Up To 24%
During the pandemic, as many as 100 giant container ships would idle off the Southern California coast, belching pollutants as they waited for a berth to unload cargo at the twin ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
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WHO Is Finalising A New Treaty To Prep For The Next Pandemic, But US Isn't Signing
On March 20, 2025, members of the World Health Organization adopted the worlds first pandemic agreement, following three years of "intensive negotiations launched by governments in response to the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic."
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Global Crises Disrupt Effort To Get Millions To Quit Smoking: Report
The COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and wars have combined to hamper global governments' plans to reduce tobacco use, derailing efforts to get an estimated 95 million people to stop smoking, a report endorsed by 57 campaign groups said on Friday.
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Experts Urge US To Prepare For Potential Pandemic As A New Virus Spreads In All 50 States
The H5N1 bird flu outbreak in US dairy farms has led to significant animal and human infections.
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"Could Happen Tomorrow": WHO Chief Says Next Pandemic Inevitable
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the certainty of future pandemics, urging global preparedness for inevitable health crises.
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"Bloodbath", "Historic": The Worst Market Crashes Since 1929
Monday's stock market collapse in Asia and Europe after China retaliated to steep US tariffs revived memories of similar market turmoil after the Covid pandemic and the last global financial crisis.
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5 Years On, COVID-19 Pandemic's Effects Still Felt On Global Economy
Five years after the World Health Organization first described the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic, its effects are still being felt on the global economy.
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Understanding The Difference Between HMPV And RSV Respiratory Infections
HMPV Infection Vs. RSV Infection: Understanding the differences between HMPV and RSV is crucial for timely diagnosis, prevention, and management.
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How Human Activity Fuels Pandemics: Climate Change and Biodiversity at the Core
Human-driven disruptions to ecosystems are linked to the rising frequency of pandemics. Climate change and biodiversity loss affect pathogen spread, increasing human exposure. Experts highlight the need to address root causes, including wildlife-human interactions, to prevent future outbreaks. The planetary health approach, focusing on ecological p...
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H5N1 Virus: What Is Avian Flu And Why Is It A Global Health Threat?
Avian Influenza Outbreak: This article delves into the causes, prevention strategies, and critical updates on this evolving virus.
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Bird Flu Poised To Spark The Next Global Pandemic, Experts Warn Of Rising Risks
Scientists identify mutation that could facilitate H5N1 "bird flu" virus infection and potential transmission in humans.
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AI Tool In National Disease Surveillance Helped Issue Over 5,000 Alerts To Health Authorities: Data
Nearly 200 countries are legally bound by the International Health Regulations (IHR) to operate a national disease surveillance system. The IHR and World Health Organization work together in protecting global health security.
-
High Levels Of Inequality Leading To Low Health Security, More Pandemics: UN Report
Inequality is undermining national and global efforts to combat pandemics, making them more disruptive, deadly, and longer in duration, according to a global report by UNAIDS on Monday.
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Inequality Making World More Prone To Pandemics: UN Report
The report called on world leaders to increase pandemic preparedness by investing in "social protection mechanisms" within their countries while also tackling global inequality, including through debt restructuring for developing countries.
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India A "Bright Spot" Amid Global Uncertainty: Chief Economic Advisor
India remains a rare "bright spot" in a world facing growing uncertainty, said Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, pointing to the country's steady economic performance despite ongoing global challenges.
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This Low-Tech Solution Cut Ship Emissions By Up To 24%
During the pandemic, as many as 100 giant container ships would idle off the Southern California coast, belching pollutants as they waited for a berth to unload cargo at the twin ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
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WHO Is Finalising A New Treaty To Prep For The Next Pandemic, But US Isn't Signing
On March 20, 2025, members of the World Health Organization adopted the worlds first pandemic agreement, following three years of "intensive negotiations launched by governments in response to the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic."
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Global Crises Disrupt Effort To Get Millions To Quit Smoking: Report
The COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and wars have combined to hamper global governments' plans to reduce tobacco use, derailing efforts to get an estimated 95 million people to stop smoking, a report endorsed by 57 campaign groups said on Friday.
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Experts Urge US To Prepare For Potential Pandemic As A New Virus Spreads In All 50 States
The H5N1 bird flu outbreak in US dairy farms has led to significant animal and human infections.
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"Could Happen Tomorrow": WHO Chief Says Next Pandemic Inevitable
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the certainty of future pandemics, urging global preparedness for inevitable health crises.
-
"Bloodbath", "Historic": The Worst Market Crashes Since 1929
Monday's stock market collapse in Asia and Europe after China retaliated to steep US tariffs revived memories of similar market turmoil after the Covid pandemic and the last global financial crisis.
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5 Years On, COVID-19 Pandemic's Effects Still Felt On Global Economy
Five years after the World Health Organization first described the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic, its effects are still being felt on the global economy.
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Understanding The Difference Between HMPV And RSV Respiratory Infections
HMPV Infection Vs. RSV Infection: Understanding the differences between HMPV and RSV is crucial for timely diagnosis, prevention, and management.
-
How Human Activity Fuels Pandemics: Climate Change and Biodiversity at the Core
Human-driven disruptions to ecosystems are linked to the rising frequency of pandemics. Climate change and biodiversity loss affect pathogen spread, increasing human exposure. Experts highlight the need to address root causes, including wildlife-human interactions, to prevent future outbreaks. The planetary health approach, focusing on ecological p...
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H5N1 Virus: What Is Avian Flu And Why Is It A Global Health Threat?
Avian Influenza Outbreak: This article delves into the causes, prevention strategies, and critical updates on this evolving virus.
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Bird Flu Poised To Spark The Next Global Pandemic, Experts Warn Of Rising Risks
Scientists identify mutation that could facilitate H5N1 "bird flu" virus infection and potential transmission in humans.
