June 2018
WHO Updates PPE Guidelines for Ebola Response
The WHO has updated its personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines for healthcare workers in response to the Ebola outbreak, emphasizing the importance of safety and…
WHO Launches Checklist to Combat Maternal and Newborn Deaths in Health Facilities
The WHO has launched a 'Safe Childbirth Checklist and Implementation Guide' to address preventable maternal and newborn deaths, particularly in low-resource settings. This initiative involves…
WHO and UNAIDS Introduce Global Standards to Enhance Adolescent Health Care
WHO and UNAIDS have launched new global standards aimed at improving adolescent health care services, addressing critical issues like mental health, substance use, and access…
WHO Issues New Ethics Guidance to Protect Rights of Tuberculosis Patients
The WHO has issued new ethics guidance aimed at protecting the rights of tuberculosis (TB) patients, addressing issues such as patient isolation and discrimination against…
Urgent Call to Protect Health Care in Conflict Zones
The WHO calls for urgent action to protect health care in conflict zones, highlighting the alarming rise in attacks against health-care workers and facilities in…
WHO Intensifies Humanitarian Response in Aleppo, Calls for Protection of Health Workers
The WHO is intensifying its efforts to provide medical care in Aleppo amidst ongoing violence, urging protection for health personnel and civilians. This situation involves…
WHO Condemns Attacks on Hospitals in Syria Amid Rising Violence
The WHO condemned attacks on five hospitals in Syria from November 13-15, 2016, resulting in casualties and significant disruption to healthcare services. The attacks highlight…