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For over four decades, the organization ZERO TO THREE has stood at the forefront of advocacy for the mental health and well-being of young children, establishing an extensive foundation of knowledge designed to give babies and toddlers the best possible start in life. Building upon this long-standing commitment, the organization continues to broaden the reach…
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The critical window of human development spanning from birth to three years of age remains the most foundational period for lifelong mental health, cognitive ability, and emotional well-being. As experts, practitioners, and families continue to navigate modern socioeconomic challenges, organizations dedicated to early childhood are rallying resources to support the foundational years of life. At…
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In a landmark achievement for global public health, the World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free. This significant public health milestone marks the culmination of over two decades of dedicated effort, strategic investment, and unwavering political will in a nation that identified the eradication of the disease as a top priority shortly…
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The global health community is in deep mourning following the passing of Dr David Nabarro, a towering figure in international public health, humanitarian crisis response, and sustainable development. Dr Nabarro passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the age of 75, leaving behind a profound legacy that reshaped how the…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has formally expressed its deep regret regarding the United States’ notification of its intent to withdraw from the organization, a move that the international health body warns could diminish global safety and weaken the collaborative infrastructure essential for addressing future health threats. As a founding member of the WHO, the…
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The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has concluded the first day of his high-profile, two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The visit has powerfully underscored the robust, longstanding partnership between the global health body and Jordan, focusing heavily on critical areas such as universal health coverage…
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The escalating global prevalence of obesity has long challenged public health officials, triggering concerted efforts to find scalable, evidence-based solutions for weight management and physical inactivity. In recent years, the rapid proliferation of digital health technologies—ranging from consumer-based wearable activity trackers to smartphone applications designed for diet and exercise self-monitoring—has transformed how individuals manage their…
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In a significant move to address the increasingly complex landscape of global health, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Netherlands convened in The Hague on 10 April 2024 for a high-level Strategic Dialogue. This meeting served as a pivotal moment for both entities to synchronize their long-term priorities, ensuring that the Dutch Global Health…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) recently welcomed Mr. Javier Padilla Bernáldez, Spain’s Secretary of State for Health, alongside a high-level delegation, for a two-day strategic engagement at WHO headquarters. Held on April 23 and 24, 2024, the high-level meetings focused on deepening collaboration across a broad spectrum of pressing global health priorities, ranging from universal…
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Governments from across the globe have reached a pivotal consensus to intensify negotiations on a proposed international pandemic agreement, signaling a renewed determination to codify a collective defense against future health emergencies. Meeting at the World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters in Geneva, representatives agreed to continue refining the draft treaty through a series of hybrid…
