World Health Organization
Top in ID: Measles deaths rise globally; influenza activity increases in US
Measles cases and deaths have increased in recent years, with roughly 9 million cases and 136,000 deaths globally in 2022.
Progress against TB recovers significantly following COVID-19 disruptions, WHO report says
The highest ever reported number of tuberculosis diagnoses was reported in 2022, a feat likely due to the recovery of TB services following the COVID-19 pandemic, according to WHO’s 2023 Global TB report.
‘Now we have two’: WHO recommends second malaria vaccine
WHO on Monday recommended the widespread use of a second vaccine for the prevention of malaria in children.
Up to 70% of premature cancer deaths among women are preventable, WHO-led analysis shows
Nearly seven in 10 premature cancer-related deaths among women could have been avoided through primary prevention, early detection or suitable access to cancer care, according to a report.
Q&A: What to tell your patients about aspartame
Last month, WHO’s International Agency for Research on Cancer declared aspartame — a popular artificial sweetener that is used in products like soft drinks, chewing gum and ice cream — a potential carcinogen.
WHO aspartame declaration draws mixed reaction from cancer experts
Leaders of the oncology community expressed mixed reaction to International Agency for Research on Cancer’s declaration of aspartame as possibly carcinogenic to humans.
WHO: Aspartame potentially carcinogenic
One of the most popular artificial sweeteners is a potential carcinogen and people should consume only 40 mg/kg body weight daily, according to WHO committees.
WHO warns of slow introduction of recommended vaccines
The introduction of eight WHO-recommended vaccines into national immunization schedules slowed during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers reported in MMWR.
Lower diagnostic costs needed for HBV peripartum antiviral prophylaxis to be effective
The addition of peripartum antiviral prophylaxis to reduce neonatal hepatitis B virus infection could have “substantial extra health benefits,” although decreased diagnostic costs are needed to make this strategy cost-effective.
WHO Global Diabetes Compact sets targets for improving diabetes outcomes worldwide
Increasing the percentage of people with diabetes who are diagnosed, improving glucose and lipid levels and expanding access to care are key goals detailed in the WHO Global Diabetes Compact.