WHO Warns U.S. Aid Cuts and Iran Conflict Threaten African Vaccination Progress
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that vaccination programs in Africa have saved millions of lives over the past two decades. However, the organization warns that progress is at risk due to U.S. aid cuts and the ongoing conflict in Iran. The WHO's analysis shows that vaccines have prevented over 4 million deaths annually, with significant achievements such as the eradication of wild poliovirus and the introduction of malaria vaccines in 25 countries. Despite these successes, the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the number of children who have never received a vaccine, and aid cuts under President Trump's 'America First' policy have further strained resources. The U.S. withdrawal from WHO has resulted in a significant loss of funding, and the Iran conflict is disrupting supply chains, affecting health facilities reliant on generators. 
