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Government’s Increased Health Fund Allocation and Customs Duty Exemptions Highlight Commitment to Public Health, Says WHO Representative
In an effective move aimed at strengthening the public healthcare, the government has announced a substantial boost in fund allocation for health services,...
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UN Says 40 Million People Affected by Global HIV Crisis in 2023 Due To Lack of Access to Treatment Fueling Global HIV Epidemic
According to reports released by the United Nations, as of 2023, 40 million individuals around the globe found themselves grappling with the HIV...
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WHO Calls for Accelerated and Focused Effort to Reach Every Child With Life-Saving Vaccines in South-East Asia Region
The World Health Organization today called on countries in South-East Asia Region to further strengthen efforts at all levels, with tailored approaches at...
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WHO Calls For Accelerating Action To Bridge Gaps In Rehabilitative And Assistive Technology Services Amid Growing Demand
The World Health Organization today called on countries in the WHO South-East Asia Region to accelerate access to rehabilitative and assistive technology services,...
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16 Lakh Indian Children Missed Vital Vaccine Shots Against Measles: WHO-UNICEF Report
India is among 10 countries that account for 55 percent of children without measles vaccination globally, show WHO-UNICEF estimates of national immunisation coverage.
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Over 6 500 adolescent girls die giving birth every year across South Asia Study
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation and United Nations call for commitment to support millions of pregnant girls and young mothers in South...
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Shaping the Future- Regional Dialogue on Adolescent Pregnancy
Our South-East Asia Region accounts for 26% of the population of the planet and 29% of the global adolescent population. Adolescents in our...
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WHO Approves First Self-Test for Hepatitis C, Boosting Global Efforts to Fight the Virus
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Wednesday that it has approved the first self-test for hepatitis C, a major step forward in...
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There is more talk about mental health in India than before but there are still many myths. One of the most common misconceptions...
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