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Safer practices, safer settings and better access to treatment help reduce the harms of substance use 10/27/2026

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These at-home treatments contain exfoliating ingredients that can help with calluses and dry skin 10/27/2026

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Maca root supplements claim benefits like sexual health, menopause symptom relief and more energy — but human research is limited 10/27/2026

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Washington, D.C., 26 October 2026 (PAHO) —  The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and Special Olympics International (SOI) have signed a Framework Agreement to strengthen cooperation on health systems that are inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across the Region of the Americas.The agreement… 10/26/2026

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PAHO urges countries to close immunization gaps and strengthen surveillance to protect the Region from imported poliovirusWashington, D.C., 23 October 2026 (PAHO) – The Americas mark 35 years without a case of polio caused by wild poliovirus this World Polio Day, but vaccination coverage remains below the 95% target recommended by the Pan American… 10/24/2026

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10/23/2026

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Lead exposure affects up to 815 million children worldwide. During International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, PAHO highlights the need to identify sources of exposure, strengthen surveillance, and protect children from the harmful effects of lead.Washington, D.C., 21 October 2026 (PAHO) – Lead poisoning often goes unnoticed. Children can be… 10/22/2026

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The Organization highlights recent increases in dengue cases in several countries and the resurgence of chikungunya transmission in areas where the virus had not circulated for several years, as South America approaches its peak transmission season.Washington, D.C., October 21, 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) called on… 10/22/2026

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10/21/2026

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Berlin, 15 October 2026 (PAHO) – Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director and WHO Regional Director for the Americas Dr. Jarbas Barbosa called for countries and regional institutions to have a stronger role in shaping ongoing reforms of the global health system during the World Health Summit 2026 in Berlin this week, arguing that… 10/16/2026

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The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), of which WHO is a member, today issued a Food Insecurity and Malnutrition Alert for Sudan. 10/13/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) welcomes today’s adoption by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) of the Political declaration on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response (PPPR). The Declaration provides a strong reaffirmation of the global solidarity and commitment needed to protect future generations from the devastating impacts of pandemics. 10/13/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a new five-year strategy for its Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, charting a path towards a world where every country can detect and understand emerging health threats within 24 hours of their appearance by 2030. Strengthening rapid detection is a cornerstone of global health security, helping countries contain outbreaks before they escalate into larger epidemics or spread internationally. 10/12/2026

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