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Multi-country Mpox Outbreak Continues Globally
The World Health Organization released its 60th situation report detailing the ongoing multi-country outbreak of mpox as of late 2025, tracking epidemiological data worldwide and in Africa with operational updates highlighting sustained efforts to manage the outbreak.
UN Launches $33 Billion Humanitarian Aid Appeal for 2026
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs announced a $33 billion appeal to support 135 million people suffering from wars, climate disasters, epidemics, and food shortages, citing critical cuts to health budgets and humanitarian services in 2025 that exacerbated famine and disease outbreaks in regions including Sudan and Gaza.
Global Monitoring Report Highlights Progress and Challenges in Universal Health Coverage
WHO and World Bank released the 2025 Global Monitoring Report on Universal Health Coverage, revealing global and regional trends from 2000-2023 in health service coverage and financial protection, underscoring ongoing challenges in expanding access without causing financial hardship.
WHO Emphasizes Improvements in Maternal and Child Health but Calls for Greater Action
At a global health event, WHO Director-General noted significant global declines in maternal mortality (40%), under-five mortality (over 50%), and stillbirths (over 30%) over 25 years, though millions still die from preventable causes due to systemic and funding gaps, especially in fragile settings.
Health Systems Severely Impacted by Conflict and Insecurity
WHO reports that as of December 2025, approximately 80% of health facilities in conflict-affected zones face operational challenges, severely limiting access to essential maternal and child healthcare services due to insecurity and funding cuts.
Global Leaders Pledge $1.9 Billion to Eradicate Polio and Protect Children
During an event in Abu Dhabi, international leaders committed $1.9 billion to eradicate polio globally. While wild poliovirus persists only in Afghanistan and Pakistan, variant outbreaks in 18 countries threaten progress, underscoring the need for continued vaccination efforts especially in conflict and fragile regions.
Surge in Attacks on Humanitarian Aid Workers Highlights Crisis Risks
2025 marked a record high with over 380 aid workers killed worldwide, hampering humanitarian response efforts. Cuts in funding further reduced protection programs for vulnerable populations, intensifying global health crises.
New Advances in Lung Cancer Treatment Showing Promise in Asian Patients
Pharmaceutical developments with RYBREVANT® plus LAZCLUZE® showed statistically significant overall survival benefits for Asian patients with EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, according to phase 3 trial results announced recently, marking an important clinical milestone.
Global Mental Health Crisis Calls for a Human Rights Approach Beyond Pharmaceuticals
Experts argue for a human rights-based approach to the global mental health crisis, stressing that reliance on pharmaceutical solutions alone is insufficient and advocating for systemic changes to address institutional corruption and improve care quality.
Battle Against Influenza Misinformation Underscores Vaccination Disparities
Recent analysis reveals significant disparities in influenza vaccination rates across different US populations, highlighting challenges posed by misinformation campaigns and the need for targeted public health strategies to increase vaccine uptake and equity.