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Congo's Ebola outbreak shows no signs of slowing as deaths top 3,000

Congo's Ebola outbreak shows no signs of slowing as deaths top 3,000

The latest government data shows Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed more than 3,000 people out of over 6,100 confirmed cases
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Doctors Without Borders Calls for Inclusion of Children in Ebola Treatment Research

Doctors Without Borders Calls for Inclusion of Children in Ebola Treatment Research

Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières - MSF) has issued a call for the urgent inclusion of children in research and development for Ebola treatment and prevention. Specifically, MSF advocates for timely access to pediatric formulations of oral post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in ongoing trials, including the oral antiviral pill obeldesivir manufactured by US-based Gilead Sciences. The current EBO-PEP study, which commenced on July 14, is evaluating obeldesivir for preventing infection after high-risk exposure to the Bundibugyo virus, a cause of Ebola disease. While a planned protocol amendment is expected to include children over 44 pounds, those under 44 pounds (approximately age 6 or younger) remain excluded due to the lack of an available pediatric formulation and insufficient data on tablet crushing or dissolution. Dr. Neal Russell, MSF pediatric advisor, emphasized that children are at a disproportionately high risk of dying if infected with Ebola in the current outbreak in the Democratic R...
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Naomi Osaka, Alex Eala and Coco Gauff are in action Thursday at the US Open

Naomi Osaka, Alex Eala and Coco Gauff are in action Thursday at the US Open

Naomi Osaka, Alex Eala and Iga Swiatek are on the schedule at the U.S. Open, with Coco Gauff headlining the action at night
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International Organization for Migration (IOM) Partners with Egypt to Establish Migrant Health Unit

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Partners with Egypt to Establish Migrant Health Unit

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a Related Organization of the United Nations and a leading UN agency in migration, has partnered with Egypt to establish a dedicated migrant health unit. This initiative, formalized through a memorandum of understanding, aims to expand healthcare services for migrants and host communities in Egypt. The new unit will oversee access to healthcare and coordinate referrals for treatment. The agreement includes support for the early detection and treatment of HIV, provision of medicines, and field screening campaigns for migrants at specialized hospitals, with IOM covering screening costs. Additionally, the partnership will cover vaccination campaigns, public health programs, mental health and addiction treatment, and provide equipment, supplies, and medicines for blood donation services. It will also support national programs targeting respiratory diseases. Deputy Health Minister for Preventive Affairs Amr Kandil and IOM Egypt Chief of Mission Carlos Oliver s...
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Finding a job after prison comes with extra challenges. Here are ways to overcome them

Finding a job after prison comes with extra challenges. Here are ways to overcome them

Having a criminal record creates hurdles for people seeking employment
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New York Health Commissioner Urges Vigilance Against Ticks as Lyme Disease Cases Surge

New York Health Commissioner Urges Vigilance Against Ticks as Lyme Disease Cases Surge

New York's Health Commissioner has issued a warning to residents to remain vigilant against ticks, following a significant surge in Lyme disease cases across the state. Last year, the number of reported Lyme disease cases reached 25,000. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan toured a tick center on Long Island with the Health Commissioner, who expressed concern about the increasing prevalence of ticks and the diseases they carry. The commissioner emphasized that ticks are becoming more dominant, necessitating increased public awareness and preventative measures to protect New Yorkers from tick-borne illnesses. This alert underscores an ongoing public health challenge in the region.
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Justin Tucker among group that works out for Jets as New York evaluates kickers

Justin Tucker among group that works out for Jets as New York evaluates kickers

The New York Jets have worked out three kickers, including five-time All-Pro Justin Tucker, as they address questions at the position
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COVID-19 infections growing across California, CDC says

COVID-19 infections growing across California, CDC says

California is among 48 states seeing growing COVID-19 infections as a seasonal late-summer uptick boosts viral activity nationwide.
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Schools reopen in Congo’s Ebola epicenter despite concerns from parents and teachers

Schools reopen in Congo’s Ebola epicenter despite concerns from parents and teachers

A new academic year has started across Congo despite concerns by parents and teachers that the country’s Ebola outbreak still poses risks to children in the epicenter
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Schools resume classes in Congo’s Ebola epicenter despite concerns from parents and teachers

Schools resume classes in Congo’s Ebola epicenter despite concerns from parents and teachers

A new academic year has started across Congo despite concerns by parents and teachers that the country’s Ebola outbreak still poses risks to children in the epicenter
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World Health Organization Responds to Global Health Crises and Strengthens Regulatory Systems

World Health Organization Responds to Global Health Crises and Strengthens Regulatory Systems

The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively addressing multiple global health emergencies and strengthening health systems worldwide. Recent efforts include providing immediate emergency medical supplies, tents, and disease surveillance for flood-hit communities in Nepal. Concurrently, the WHO has declared the end of the Ebola outbreak in Uganda, following 42 consecutive days without a new confirmed case. In Mozambique, significant regulatory milestones have been achieved in strengthening the regulation of medicines and imported vaccines. Additionally, a new WHO collaborating center has been established in the Republic of Korea to further enhance health product regulatory system strengthening and training. These initiatives underscore the WHO's commitment to both immediate humanitarian response and long-term health resilience.