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WHO warns Ebola spread risk is high locally, but low globally
The World Health Organization said the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda poses a high risk at national and regional levels, but the global risk remains low . WHO said the outbreak has already caused 134 suspected deaths, with 51 confirmed cases in Congo and two in Uganda, and warned it could continue for at least another two months
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Ebola outbreak declared a public health emergency of international concern
WHO has formally declared the Ebola outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, signaling the need for a coordinated international response . Officials also said they are worried about the outbreak’s “scale and speed,” underscoring the urgency of containment efforts
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Aid efforts intensify as Ebola cases rise in Congo and Uganda
Health teams are expanding response efforts in Congo’s northern provinces of Ituri and North Kivu and in neighboring Uganda as suspected cases continue to grow . WHO reported nearly 600 suspected cases and suspected deaths beyond the confirmed totals, indicating the outbreak may be much larger than current laboratory confirmation suggests
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No approved Ebola medicines or vaccines for Bundibugyo virus outbreak
WHO noted there are currently no approved medicines or vaccines for the Bundibugyo virus linked to this outbreak . That makes surveillance, isolation, contact tracing, and rapid community response especially important for slowing transmission
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Lancet paper gives countries a roadmap for WHO kidney health resolution
A new policy paper in *The Lancet* outlines practical steps for countries to implement the WHO kidney health resolution and improve prevention, early detection, and treatment . The authors say countries should establish governance structures, national focal points, and situational assessments to identify gaps and plan action
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Kidney care should be integrated into primary health and NCD programs
The Lancet paper argues kidney care should be embedded in primary health care, diabetes, hypertension, and broader noncommunicable disease strategies rather than run as a separate system . The authors say equitable access will depend on financing, workforce capacity, and strong measurement systems to track outcomes and accountability
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WHO honors global champions advancing primary health care
The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly recognized six laureates for advancing primary health care, reducing inequities, and moving the world closer to health for all . WHO said the awardees were selected for scientific excellence, innovation, and community outreach
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World Health Assembly highlights contributions to health equity
WHO said the 2026 prizes celebrate people and institutions whose work has gone beyond the call of duty in global health . The awards were presented by the World Health Assembly President and WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Global health system focus remains on prevention and community outreach
The World Health Assembly’s recognition of primary health care leaders signals continued emphasis on prevention, equity, and local service delivery . WHO framed the awards as part of a broader effort to bring the goal of health for all closer to reality
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Regional Ebola response underscores need for cross-border coordination
With confirmed cases in both Congo and Uganda, WHO is treating the outbreak as a cross-border emergency requiring coordinated surveillance and response . Officials say the situation remains most severe at national and regional levels, where rapid spread could strain already vulnerable health systems
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