Africa Establishes the Africa Epidemic Fund for Stronger Outbreak Response
Africa established the Africa Epidemic Fund to provide flexible funding for outbreak preparedness and responses.... Read more
Health and Population
Systemic Intervention Needed to Address Anemia Among Adolescent Girls and Women
Stronger interventions are needed in the prevention and management of anemia among adolescent girls and women as a systemic health problem.... Read more
Southeast Asians as the Biggest Microplastic Eaters
Humans are becoming bigger and bigger microplastic eaters, and Southeast Asians get the biggest portion.... Read more
The Ongoing Battle Against Pneumonia in the Global South
Despite medical progress, pneumonia in the Global South remains a silent killer due to limited healthcare access.... Read more
Food Taboos and Its Impact on Undernutrition in Pregnancy
Various cultures have food taboos for pregnant women. Unfortunately, they often lead to undernutrition risk in mother and baby.... Read more
Using Geospatial Data Analysis to Expand Healthcare Access in Lao PDR
With the support of the WHO, Lao PDR has been utilizing geospatial data and technology to enhance primary healthcare services for all.... Read more
Singapore Expands Sports Facilities to Support Healthy and Active Society
Singapore builds sports facilities and community amenities to provide the sporting needs and aspirations of its citizens.... Read more
WHO’s Guidelines for Cancer Prevention and Management in Southeast Asia
The WHO South-East Asia Secretariat developed a regional strategy to improve the response to cancer prevention and management in the region.... Read more
How Climate Change Exacerbates Malnutrition in Indonesia
A report by UNICEF explores how climate change has exacerbated malnutrition in Indonesia and maps out priority intervention areas.... Read more
Promoting Elderly Care Systems in China’s Ageing Population
As the population ages, China must implement measures to expand and strengthen the elderly care system to accommodate more people.... Read more