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Africa CDC Reports Moderate to High-Risk Epidemic Events in December 2025
Africa CDC's weekly epidemic report highlights ongoing infectious disease threats across the continent, including efforts for multisectoral public health interventions and surveillance focusing on diseases with moderate to very high risk levels.
Global Surge in Measles Fueled by Declining Living Standards and Misinformation
Experts warn that misinformation and deteriorating living conditions are causing a resurgence of measles worldwide despite previous decades of progress toward its control.
Significant Progress in Asia-Pacific Malaria Reduction in 2024
The Asia-Pacific region achieved a reduction of over 725,000 malaria cases in 2024 compared to 2023, marking a pivotal step toward malaria elimination supported by targeted public health programs.
Bangladesh Vaccinates Nearly Half a Million Rohingya Children Against Typhoid
Bangladesh's nationwide typhoid conjugate vaccine campaign has protected close to 500,000 Rohingya children in Cox’s Bazar, improving health outcomes in this vulnerable population.
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Qatar Partner to Enhance Global Health and Food Security
A new milestone partnership aims to expand vaccine access, promote climate-resilient agriculture, and generate economic opportunities in Africa and South Asia, reinforcing global health systems.
UN Supports Health Services for Mothers in Gaza Amid System Collapse
The United Nations is providing critical support to assist mothers with childbirth in Gaza as ongoing conflict severely damages the local health infrastructure.
WHO-World Bank Report Highlights Progress and Inequalities in Universal Health Coverage
While many countries advanced health service coverage, the poorest populations face increased financial hardship; an estimated 4.6 billion people lack essential health services worldwide.
Global Child Mortality Is Rising Amid Health Funding Cuts and Innovation Challenges
The 2025 Goalkeepers Report reveals a reversal in long-term child mortality gains, linked to reduced health financing, though new innovations offer hope for future improvements.
Rising Incidents of Infectious Diseases Including Avian Influenza and Drug-Resistant Malaria
Recent ProMED reports note avian influenza outbreaks in India and surges in drug-resistant malaria in Uganda, posing significant public health challenges.
African and Global Partners Launch New Series on Sustainable HIV Prevention in Africa
African experts and international collaborators have initiated a joint Lancet series to promote sustainable HIV prevention strategies, aiming to renew momentum in HIV response efforts continent-wide.