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WHO IARC maps preventable cancer risks across 185 countries

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LYON: Nearly four in 10 cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing exposure to known, modifiable risk factors, according to a new analysis from the World Health Organization and its cancer research agency released for World Cancer...
Uganda launches Sudan virus vaccine trial with WHO support
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Uganda launches Sudan virus vaccine trial with WHO support

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WHO and partners have deployed a Sudan virus vaccine trial in Uganda, aiming to halt transmission and protect high-risk populations amid a newly confirmed case and ongoing contact tracing....
Malaria identified as cause of outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo
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Malaria identified as cause of outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo

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WHO confirms malaria as the cause of illness in Panzi, DRC, ending fears of a new disease, as over 400 cases and 31 deaths are reported in the remote region....
JN.1 joins WHO's list of Covid variants of interest amid low concerns for public health
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JN.1 joins WHO’s list of Covid variants of interest amid low concerns for public health

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently designated the JN.1 coronavirus strain as a “variant of interest,” with current data indicating a low risk to public health. This classification follows the WHO’s observation of the...
WHO probes rise in respiratory illnesses in China
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WHO probes rise in respiratory illnesses in China

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has intensified its focus on China, calling for comprehensive details regarding a surge in respiratory illnesses and specific instances of pneumonia among children. This request, issued on Wednesday, underscores the...