WHO launches global registry on human genome editing
A WHO expert advisory committee has approved the first phase of a new global registry to track research on human genome editing. The...
WHO revises recommendations on hormonal contraceptive use for women at high HIV risk
The World Health Organization (WHO) has revised its guidance on contraceptive use to reflect new evidence that women at high risk of HIV...
As Ebola cases reach 3000 in DRC, WHO calls on all partners to fulfill promises to communities
As the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reaches 3000 cases, WHO calls for the full force of all partners to respond...
Weak systems and funding gaps jeopardize drinking-water and sanitation in the world’s poorest countr
The World Health Organization (WHO) and UN-Water today sounded the alarm for an urgent increase in investment in strong drinking-water...
Rising to the challenge of malaria eradication
The World Health Organization (WHO) says accelerated research and development (R&D) in new tools for malaria prevention and treatment is...
WHO calls for more research into microplastics and a crackdown on plastic pollution
The World Health Organization (WHO) today calls for a further assessment of microplastics in the environment and their potential impacts...