Dehumanization of healthcare in the West Bank, a blueprint for ethnic cleansing
From direct attacks on hospitals to smear campaigns, health workers and facilities in the West Bank are facing a host of attacks by Israeli forces who seek to undermine the sense of trust that people have towards the healthcare system
Measles outbreaks across Europe highlight concerning lag in vaccinations
European countries are facing an increase of measles cases, fueled by faltering vaccination campaigns and weakened primary healthcare services
New round of Universal Health Coverage policies lies ahead despite missed targets
The WHO Executive Board is poised to propose enhanced Universal Health Coverage policies despite disappointing outcomes. UHC-based policies are failing in achieving the goals of increased access to healthcare and financial protection from health expenditure
French parliament considers constitutionalization of right to abortion
Parliamentarians in France begin discussing a motion to enshrine the right to abortion into the constitution, offering stronger protections of women’s health rights
Will WHO members seize the moment to fight against inequities?
The WHO’s Executive Board is meeting for its 154th session in Geneva from January 22-27. Countries are edging towards the set deadline for finalizing the Pandemic Treaty, yet much more remains to be discussed
Europe struggles with health workers shortage but fails to address demands for decent salaries
Worries surrounding the health workforce shortage in Europe continues to grow, yet plans largely fail to include pay rises for workers in the sector
Concerns grow over global cholera trends
The number of cholera cases worldwide continues to grow, with countries in eastern and southern Africa being the most heavily affected. Experts call for improving access to hygiene and clean water and are concerned about the shortage of vaccines
Nurses in Morocco call for recognition and respect
Nurses and medical technicians in Morocco are escalating industrial action, demanding adequate hazard pay, improvements to working conditions, and professional recognition