William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at 89. His contributions were immense, yet he remained humble. He led the charge against smallpox, a disease now eradicated thanks to human effort. Foege's work didn't stop there. He served as the director of the Centers for Disease Cont
The U. S. made a big move in January 2025. They decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This wasn't a friendly split. The Trump administration blamed the WHO for mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic. They said the WHO didn't share information quickly or honestly. But the WHO disagrees. Th
The United States has decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This move could have big effects on global health. The U. S. played a big role in WHO's successes, like eradicating smallpox and fighting diseases like polio and HIV. WHO is saddened by this decision. They believe it makes
Newborns are at risk of serious infections. These infections can happen in the first month of life. They are called neonatal sepsis. This condition is a big problem worldwide. It is especially bad in poorer countries. There, more babies get sick and die from it. Doctors have a tough time treating t
The United States has finally said goodbye to the World Health Organization (WHO) after 77 years. This decision, made by President Donald Trump, shows America's desire to take control of its own health decisions. The WHO, led by Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has been criticized for being too close to
The United States has officially left the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision has been in the works for a while. The US government has stopped all funding and recalled its staff. They also left WHO meetings and groups. The US owes WHO about $260 million. But experts say the US probably w
Fistula is a serious health issue that often happens in places with fewer resources. It can lead to long-term problems, both physically and socially. But there's a big gap in understanding how stigma related to fistula affects people's lives. A recent study looked at 199 articles from 41 countries,
The world is on high alert. Experts are keeping a close eye on four viruses that could cause the next big health crisis. These viruses are mpox, rubella, bird flu (H5N1), and Oropouche. They are not new, but they are changing and spreading in ways that worry scientists. Mpox, once rare, is now a gl
Tropical infections are a big problem worldwide, causing many people to get very sick or even die. In rich countries, a treatment called ECMO is often used to help people with serious heart and lung problems caused by infections. ECMO is like a machine that does the work of the heart and lungs, givi
If you're planning to jet off somewhere exotic soon, there's something important you should know. The usual antibiotics for traveler's diarrhea aren't working as well as they used to. This is because the bacteria causing the illness are getting smarter and developing resistance. A recent study look
