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Global childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict

Global childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict

New WHO-UNICEF data shows global immunization rates are slowly recovering from pandemic-era setbacks, though millions of children remain unprotected.

Health ·16 Jul 2026, 12:01 ·Lina Park 3 min read
UN warns of global vaccination gaps and rising disease outbreaks

UN warns of global vaccination gaps and rising disease outbreaks

Despite incremental gains in infant immunization rates, the UN warns that geopolitical conflict, misinformation, and aid cuts threaten recent progress.

Health ·15 Jul 2026, 10:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Cancer cases expected to soar worldwide, WHO report finds

Cancer cases expected to soar worldwide, WHO report finds

A new report from the World Health Organization and the IARC warns that annual cancer cases are expected to reach nearly 35 million by 2050. The findings highlight significant global disparities in access to care and survival rates, alongside urgent calls for improved prevention strategies.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 02:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read