Affordable malaria vaccine deal by Gavi and UNICEF reduces R21/Matrix-M cost to US$ 2.99 per dose, aiming to vaccinate 7 million children and improve global health equity. Gavi & UNICEF Secure Affordable Malaria Vaccine Deal — What It Means New Pricing Agreement for Malaria VaccineOn 24 November 2025, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance in partnership with…
WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit 2025 Delhi: India to host the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 17–19 December 2025, co-hosted by the Ministry of AYUSH, focusing on integrating traditional and modern healthcare for sustainable global well-being. 2nd World Health Organization (WHO) Traditional Medicine Global Summit Scheduled in Delhi…
Egypt Declared Malaria-Free: A Milestone in Public Health In a historic achievement for public health, Egypt has officially been declared malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO). This significant milestone marks a turning point in the country’s efforts to combat infectious diseases, particularly malaria, which has plagued many regions for centuries. The declaration is not…
India Delivers Haemodialysis Machines to PNG; Supplies Aid to Lebanon Introduction: A Humanitarian InitiativeIn a significant humanitarian gesture, India has delivered haemodialysis machines to Papua New Guinea (PNG) and provided essential aid to Lebanon. This initiative underscores India’s commitment to supporting global health and fostering international partnerships. The haemodialysis machines are expected to improve healthcare…
Bharat Biotech Unveils Oral Cholera Vaccine Amid Global Shortage Introduction to Bharat Biotech’s New Vaccine In a significant development in the field of global health, Bharat Biotech, an Indian biotechnology company, has introduced a new oral cholera vaccine. This announcement comes at a critical time when there is a worldwide shortage of cholera vaccines. The…
India and WHO Sign Landmark Agreement for Global Traditional Medicine Centre Introduction In a significant development, India and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a landmark agreement to establish the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (GCTM) in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This initiative aims to integrate traditional medicine into the global healthcare system, leveraging India’s rich…
International Yoga Day 2024: Theme and Significance Introduction to International Yoga Day 2024 International Yoga Day, celebrated annually on June 21, promotes the ancient practice of yoga for health and wellness. The United Nations declared this day in 2014, highlighting yoga’s universal appeal. The theme for International Yoga Day 2024 is “Yoga for Wellness,” emphasizing…
WHO Launches COVINET: A Global Network for Coronaviruses The World Health Organization (WHO) has initiated COVINET, a global network aimed at tackling the challenges posed by coronaviruses. This move comes in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which has highlighted the need for a coordinated global effort to combat such infectious diseases effectively. Why this…
Poonam Khetrapal Singh Honored with Bhutan’s National Order of Merit Poonam Khetrapal Singh, the former regional director of the World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia Region, was recently conferred with Bhutan’s prestigious National Order of Merit. The honor was bestowed upon her by His Majesty The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, in recognition…
World Malaria Report 2023: Malaria Cases Surge to 249 Million in 2022, 16 Million Above Pre-Pandemic Levels The World Malaria Report 2023 has revealed alarming statistics, indicating a surge in malaria cases to a staggering 249 million in 2022. This surge represents a significant increase of 16 million cases above pre-pandemic levels, raising concerns about…
