Senior United Nations officials voiced shock and condemnation at increasing reports of gender-based violence in Sudan – including conflict-related sexual violence against internally displaced and refugee women and girls – since fighting erupted in the country more than 11 weeks ago. They called for an immediate end to gender-based violence, including sexual violence as a tactic of war to terrorize people.
WHO launches new WhatsApp channel in Colombia and Singapore
This is a simple and private way for us to share the latest updates, insights, and valuable information with you. Find us in the "Updates" tab, separate from your chats with family, friends, and communities. Launch in more countries will follow soon.
18 million doses of malaria vaccine allocated to 12 African countries
Twelve countries across different regions in Africa are set to receive 18 million doses of the first-ever malaria vaccine over the next two years. The roll out is a critical step forward in the fight against one of the leading causes of death on the continent.
Stronger policies needed to protect children from the harmful impact of food marketing
Food marketing remains a threat to public health and continues to negatively affect children’s food choices and dietary intake.
World Drowning Prevention Day 2023 is coming soon
Marked on 25 July, World Drowning Prevention Day will aim to raise awareness on this entirely preventable cause of death. Drowning has caused over 2.5 million deaths in the last decade alone.
