May 31, 2017 · A coroner’s investigation later confirmed that Martha had died of an adverse drug reaction, and that the heart defect, had it been communicated, would have been reason not to …

May 31, 2017 · A campaign by Martha’s parents led to years of investigations. After six years, the coroner’s office confirmed that Martha had died from an adverse drug reaction, and that she should …

The World health statistics report is the annual compilation of health and health-related indicators, which has been published by the World Health Organization since 2005. The 2025 edition consolidates …

Jan 10, 2025 · Human metapneumovirus is a common cause of upper respiratory infections among infants and children under 5 years old. While anyone can catch hMPV, infants, older adults, and …

This is a centralized and comprehensive source of information and analyses on global health R&D activities. The Observatory monitors various health R&D related data and incorporates these in …

In a groundbreaking effort to combat the devastating impact of NCDs, WHO joined forces with South Africa to pioneer the National Strategic Plan (NSP) for the prevention and control of NCDs …

Jun 11, 2025 · Publications of the World Health Organization Overview Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a mosquito-borne virus primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. It causes acute illness …

Nov 2, 2023 · Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year. CVDs are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels …

WHO monitors the exposure of air pollution and its health impacts (deaths, DALYs) at the national, regional and global level from ambient (outdoor) and household air pollution. Such estimates are …

Jan 26, 2026 · This report examines the status of key components of WASH systems: policy, plans, institutional arrangements and national targets; monitoring, review and use of data for decision …