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Video gamers risk permanent hearing loss
Video gamers worldwide may be risking irreversible hearing loss and/or tinnitus—persistent ringing/buzzing in the ears— according to an article in the BMJ Public Health.
Other hot topics
WHO’s Science in 5: Sun and skin cancer
How does long exposure to sunlight cause skin cancer? Who is at risk? How can you, your employer and your government protect you? Dr Frank Pega explains in Science in 5.
WHO releases guidance for use of AI in health care
The guidance outlines over 40 recommendations for consideration by governments, technology companies, and health care providers to ensure the appropriate use of artificial intelligence technologies to promote and protect the health of populations.
WHO Executive Board appoints Regional Directors
Three new Regional Directors were appointed by WHO’s Executive Board to lead the Organization in the Eastern Mediterranean, South-East Asia, and Western Pacific Regions.
WHO brings fuel to Al-Shifa, as remaining hospitals in Gaza face growing threats
The mission, which delivered 19 000 litres of fuel to Al-Shifa Hospital, faced delays at the checkpoint. The roads leading to the hospital were severely damaged, and the desperation in northern Gaza was apparent.
Lessons learned from COVID-19
As the world prepares for the next pandemic, it will be crucial to learn from the innovative and tailored strategies that lower-income countries used to immunize hard-to-reach communities against COVID-19.
