WHO: Gaza at ‘Stock Zero’ for Essential Medical Supplies
WHO: Gaza at ‘stock zero’ for 42 medicines and vaccines; 64% of medical equipment out, no aid trucks in 11 weeks amid health crisis.
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At the 78th WHA in Geneva, China urged the US to end politicizing COVID-19 origins tracing, highlighting its early data sharing, support to WHO, and calls for transparency.
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WHO Declares Myanmar Quake a Top-Level Emergency
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WHO’s Martin Taylor Commends China’s Role in Advancing Global Health
WHO representative Martin Taylor praises China’s advancements in people-centered healthcare and its financial support for global health initiatives.
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WHO Reports 2,000 Wounded Amid Conflict in DRC’s Goma
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