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WHO deeply concerned over escalating health crisis in Ukraine
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WHO deeply concerned over escalating health crisis in Ukraine
WHO has released US$ 3.5 million from its Contingency Fund for Emergencies to purchase and deliver urgent medical supplies. This humanitarian health support is expected to rise following further needs assessments. This new support complements the trauma and medical supplies which WHO prepositioned in health facilities.
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Parents and pregnant women exposed to aggressive formula milk marketing
A new WHO/UNICEF report details exploitative practices employed by $55 billion formula industry, compromising child nutrition, violating international commitments.
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WHO and NAM are encouraging social media companies and other digital platforms to apply global principles for identifying credible sources of health information in their channels.
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Statement on Omicron sublineage BA.2
Based on available data of transmission, severity, reinfection, diagnostics, therapeutics and impacts of vaccines, BA.2 sublineage should continue to be considered a variant of concern and that it should remain classified as Omicron.
Find out more
Understanding immunity
How is immunity developed when we are infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus? How is it different from vaccine derived immunity? Why is it important to continue to wear masks, ventilate closed spaces, avoid crowds, wash hands and observe all other precautions? Watch Science in 5.
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COVID-19 Global Research and Innovation Forum
This virtual event will bring together diverse COVID-19 research scientists, regulatory experts, funders, Member States policy makers and other experts to discuss the future of COVID-19 research.
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