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One Health Approach Urged to Combat Antibiotic Resistance
Antibiotic resistance threatens 10 million lives annually by 2050, requiring integrated human, animal, and environmental strategies. The One Health framework promotes surveillance and responsible antibiotic use in veterinary medicine, as shown by Sweden's success since 1986. Coordinated global action is essential to prevent superbugs from spreading via trade and migration.
2025 Marked by Disruptions in Global Health Including US WHO Exit
President Trump announced US departure from WHO on his first day, signaling end of US-led golden age in global health. Focus shifts to country self-reliance, innovation, and accountability in Universal Health Coverage, which shows no progress beyond population growth.
Tobacco harm reduction and GLP-1 drugs for obesity highlighted as life-saving interventions.
Top Medical Breakthroughs of 2025 Include Robotic Surgery and Alzheimer's Blood Test
2025 saw advancements like remote robotic surgery, first Alzheimer's diagnostic blood test, and brain implants restoring independence. New pill AD109 shows promise for obstructive sleep apnea treatment.
Non-opioid Journavx reduced acute pain by 50% in trials.
Progress in Xenotransplants to Solve Organ Shortage
NYU study reveals immune responses in pig kidney transplants, enabling early detection and prevention of rejection. Gene-edited pig organs could become routine, benefiting millions worldwide.
Findings from brain-dead patient data show coordinated antibody and white cell responses within weeks.
US Secures Bilateral Health Deals with African Nations
US signs agreements with over a dozen African countries for health financing in exchange for rapid sharing of genetic and pathogen data within 5 days. Deals counter Chinese influence amid US retreat from multilateral aid like USAID.
Critics warn of risks to African data sovereignty.
UN Chief Calls for Rebalancing Military Spending Toward Health
Global military spending hit $2.7 trillion, 13 times development aid, amid rising humanitarian needs for 200 million people. Redirecting <4% could end world hunger, 10% vaccinate all children by 2030.
Guterres urges prioritizing peace, poverty reduction over wars.
WHO Tracks Ongoing Mpox Multi-Country Outbreak
61st and 60th situation reports detail global mpox epidemiology amid protracted crises. Chikungunya virus risk assessed at global level with public health impact analysis.
COVID-19 therapeutics and clinical management guidelines updated.
Syria's Health System Strains Under 2025 Conflict Pressures
WHO highlights key moments in Syrian health care delivery amid sustained conflict and system pressures. Operations continue despite years of challenges.
Photos document critical interventions throughout the year.
Rising Global Influenza Activity and Emerging 'K' Virus
WHO reports increased influenza since late 2025 in Northern Hemisphere countries. Myanmar addresses seasonal influenza alongside emerging 'K' virus trends.
Public health responses focus on monitoring and mitigation.
US Signs $487 Million Global Health MOU with Botswana
Agreement enhances health systems, saves lives, and boosts preparedness against threats. Part of broader US efforts in global health security.
Supports millions through foreign assistance.
CDC Boosts Global Health Security via Lab Leadership Programs
Programs build lab capacity in countries like Oman for faster outbreak detection. Aligns with US priorities to prevent threats at source, reducing cross-border risks.
Creates sustainable systems protecting global health.
Texas Abortion Bans Linked to Maternal Deaths
ProPublica reports pregnant women with conditions like preeclampsia died without abortion access. Cases highlight failures in emergency care under restrictive laws.
Multiple investigations reveal systemic health risks.