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UN: Average of 47 women and girls killed daily in Gaza war

An average of 47 women and girls were killed each day during the Gaza war, according to new figures released by UN Women, which warned that the toll on civilians has been unprecedented.

17 Apr 2026-16:56
WHO suspends Gaza evacuations following staff death

The World Health Organization (WHO) has halted medical evacuations from Gaza following the death of a contracted worker, while the UN cautioned against remarks that could imply collective punishment of civilians.

07 Apr 2026-23:51
April 7 marks World Health Day

World Health Day 2026 is being observed on April 7, bringing global attention to key health challenges and the importance of collective action in building a healthier future.

07 Apr 2026-14:30
Argentina formally exits World Health Organization

Argentina has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno announced on Tuesday.

18 Mar 2026-12:32
WHO confirms Nipah death in Bangladesh

07 Feb 2026-15:21
UN study says 40% of cancer cases are preventable

04 Feb 2026-02:00
WHO seeks $1 billion for 2026 health emergencies

The World Health Organization (WHO) appealed on Tuesday for $1 billion to respond to the world’s most severe health emergencies in 2026, warning that funding cuts have already forced thousands of health facilities to close and left millions of people without access to care.

03 Feb 2026-16:09
WHO: Nipah virus risk remains low in India

The World Health Organization said on Friday that the risk of the Nipah virus spreading in India remains low, with no evidence of wider transmission so far.

30 Jan 2026-15:59
WHO warns of new outbreak

26 Jan 2026-10:08
California remains with WHO as the U.S. exits

24 Jan 2026-13:57

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