World Health Organization warns of possible tuberculosis surge because of USAID cuts
Health authorities say that the Trump administration’s gutting of USAID raises the risk of a global surge in tuberculosis ...
5 years later, Chicago health care workers say start of COVID pandemic feels like yesterday, yet forever ago
Northwestern Memorial Hospital's Medical Intensive Care Unit was in the process of being transformed into a COVID ICU.
Countries, global health groups band together as US aid gaps threaten lives
Governments and global health groups are working to try to fill the most urgent gaps in the fight against diseases after the ...
Majority of the world’s population breathes dirty air, report says
BENGALURU, India (AP) — Most of the world has dirty air, with just 17% of cities globally meeting air pollution guidelines, a ...
What does it mean to have a high body mass index (BMI), according to the World Health Organization?
A high BMI is often linked to an increased risk of various health problems. A BMI above 25 is classified as overweight, while ...
World Health Organization announces cost cutting after US withdraws funding
A staff memo has revealed the latest in a series of cost-cutting measures at the UN agency since Donald Trump's decision to with the US from the organisation.
What does it mean to have a low body mass index (BMI), according to the World Health Organization?
Body mass index is a measure that provides insight into body fat by comparing an individual's height and weight. This ...