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WHO Global School to Address Health Needs of Refugees and Migrants

WHO Global School to Address Health Needs of Refugees and Migrants

Geneva, Monday, 8 December 2025.
The Sixth WHO Global School on Refugee and Migrant Health, held in Geneva, will focus on leadership and policy actions to develop inclusive health systems for migrants.

WHO and World Bank Unveil Key Findings on Global Health Coverage

WHO and World Bank Unveil Key Findings on Global Health Coverage

Geneva, Monday, 8 December 2025.
The 2025 report highlights ongoing global challenges in achieving universal health coverage, emphasizing the need for policy reforms to improve healthcare access and financial protection.

Samsung Medical Center Unveils the Largest Breast Cancer Genome Study

Samsung Medical Center Unveils the Largest Breast Cancer Genome Study

Seoul, Thursday, 4 December 2025.
The study identified 10.93 million mutations and 41 genes involved in breast cancer, with four genes reported for the first time, revolutionizing genomic insights for breast cancer treatment.

WHO Webinar Highlights Digital Violence as a Rising Public Health Issue

WHO Webinar Highlights Digital Violence as a Rising Public Health Issue

Geneva, Monday, 1 December 2025.
The WHO’s recent webinar addressed digital violence’s impact on public health, emphasizing the urgent need for systemic changes to protect vulnerable populations, particularly women, from online threats.

WHO to Unveil New Infertility Treatment Guidelines in Global Webinar

WHO to Unveil New Infertility Treatment Guidelines in Global Webinar

Geneva, Tuesday, 25 November 2025.
The WHO is set to launch new guidelines for infertility prevention and treatment on November 28, 2025, aiming to improve global access to fertility care.

WHO Launches New Group to Tackle Health Challenges in Migration

WHO Launches New Group to Tackle Health Challenges in Migration

Geneva, Monday, 24 November 2025.
The WHO’s Technical Advisory Group, launched on 25 November 2025, aims to improve health outcomes for migrants and displaced populations by aligning global efforts and strategies.

WHO Unveils Global Framework to Combat Drug Resistance in HIV and STIs

WHO Unveils Global Framework to Combat Drug Resistance in HIV and STIs

Geneva, Monday, 17 November 2025.
The WHO launched an Integrated Drug Resistance Action Framework, targeting HIV, hepatitis B and C, and STIs. This global initiative, spanning 2026-2030, aims to protect vital treatments.

WHO Webinar Showcases Outbreak Toolkit's Role in Managing Zoonotic Diseases

WHO Webinar Showcases Outbreak Toolkit's Role in Managing Zoonotic Diseases

Geneva, Monday, 17 November 2025.
The WHO EPI-WIN webinar highlighted the Outbreak Toolkit, demonstrating its practical use in managing zoonotic disease outbreaks, such as avian influenza, to enhance global health security.