The World Health Organization (WHO) is investigating whether there is any connection between manufacturers whose contaminated cough syrups it has linked to the deaths of more than 300 children in three countries, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters. Citing “unacceptable levels” of toxins in the products, the WHO is seeking more information […]
Category: Health Maintenance
Donors making a difference: building skills, building capacity
A well-trained workforce is essential for reaching universal health coverage. WHO supports training across the globe and across the professional spectrum.This week we visit Samoa, where emergency medical teams are rehearsing for cyclone season; India, …
DSI chief abruptly moved to Central Institute of Forensic Science
Department of Special Investigation (DSI) Director-General Triyarith Temahivong was abruptly transferred to the Justice Ministry’s Central Institute of Forensic Science in an order issued today (Wednesday) by Justice Minister Somsak Thepsuthin.Triyarit…
Mekong Malaria Elimination: Epidemiology Summary, Volume 19, July-September 2022
In Jul-Sep 2022, Greater Mekong subregion (GMS) countries reported 29 655 malaria cases.CambodiaCambodia reported 1085 cases, a 3% decrease compared to the same time period in 2021. P. falciparum + mixed cases and P. vivax constituted 12% and 86% of ca…
Scientists sound alarm as ocean temperatures hit new record
The world’s oceans, which have absorbed most of the excess heat caused by humanity’s carbon pollution, continued to see record-breaking temperatures last year, according to research published Wednesday. Climate change has increased surface temperatures…
Thailand Reverses New COVID Vaccine Rules for Visitors
BANGKOK — Thailand has withdrawn its decision to request COVID-19 vaccine proof from visitors — only days after announcing new rules for all international arrivals.The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand on Saturday announced new rules for all interna…