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Climate Crisis Exacerbates Malaria Fight as Cases Surge, Warns WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the climate crisis poses a significant threat to the fight against malaria, as rising temperatures and extreme weather events contribute to spikes in cases. Mosquitoes, the carriers of the disease, thrive in warm and humid conditions, which are increasing due to global heating. The WHO's world malaria report highlights the impact of the climate crisis on malaria transmission, with evidence of rising cases in previously malaria-free areas. Factors related to the climate crisis, such as displacement, destruction of health services, and food insecurity, also hinder progress in ending the disease. The report emphasizes the need for sustainable and resilient malaria responses, along with urgent actions to mitigate global warming.

via The Guardian|

#climate-crisis #global-warming #health

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Novavax's Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Receives WHO Emergency Use Authorization

The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted emergency-use authorization to Novavax's updated COVID-19 vaccine for individuals aged 12 and older. The vaccine, which targets a descendant of the XBB lineage of the coronavirus, was previously authorized in the U.S. The emergency use listing will facilitate the import and administration of the vaccine by member states. Novavax's original COVID-19 shot was authorized in the U.S. in July 2022, later than the mRNA vaccines developed by Pfizer and Moderna. The updated Novavax shot utilizes a protein-based technology.

via Reuters|

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China's Mysterious Respiratory Illness Sparks Concerns and Questions

Chinese health officials have linked the recent surge in respiratory illnesses in the country, particularly among children, to known pathogens such as respiratory syncytial virus, adenovirus, influenza, and Mycoplasma pneumoniae. The World Health Organization (WHO) has requested data from China and will continue to monitor the situation, but experts do not believe the illnesses are caused by a novel pathogen. WHO advises people in China to take measures to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses, including vaccination, maintaining distance from the sick, staying home when ill, and wearing masks when appropriate. Scientists outside of China are not concerned that the surge indicates a new global outbreak.

via Fox News|

#children #china #health

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"Triple-Action Heart Drug Joins WHO's Essential Medicines List"

A heart drug that combines three medications in one pill, known as a polypill, has been added to the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. The polypill is designed to prevent repeat heart attacks and has been found to be effective in reducing cardiovascular mortality by 33% among patients who have previously had a heart attack. The pill contains acetylsalicylic acid, ramipril, and atorvastatin, which help thin the blood, lower blood pressure, and reduce cholesterol, respectively. The polypill improves medication adherence and is commercially available in 25 countries, but it has not yet been cleared for use in the United States.

via New York Post |

#cardiovascular-health #essential-medicines #health

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Global Dengue Crisis: WHO Warns Half of World Population at Risk

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that approximately half of the world's population is at risk of contracting the mosquito-borne dengue virus. Dengue cases have increased eightfold between 2000 and 2022, reaching 4.2 million cases. However, the actual figure may be higher as reporting has become more accurate in recent years. Dengue affects around 129 countries, with an estimated 100 to 400 million cases reported daily. The only available vaccine, produced by Sanofi Pasteur, has an average efficacy of 65% against the four versions of the dengue virus. Dengue deaths range between 40,000 to 70,000 per year, with a case fatality rate of less than 1% in most countries.

via AzerNews.Az|

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Childhood Immunization Rates Show Improvement but Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

Childhood immunization rates, which declined during the Covid-19 pandemic, are showing signs of improvement but have not yet reached pre-pandemic levels, according to data from UNICEF and WHO. While 4 million more children worldwide received routine childhood immunizations in 2022 compared to the previous year, the number of children missing all vaccinations has not dropped below pre-pandemic levels. The data also revealed regional disparities, with South Asia experiencing a more rapid recovery. Low-income countries, particularly in Africa, continue to face challenges in immunization coverage and require support. Efforts are underway to catch up children who missed vaccinations during the pandemic through initiatives like The Big Catch-Up campaign.

via CNN|

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