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New WHO technical package to help countries improve health data for COVID-19 response and beyond October 10, 2026
Today, as part of its commitment to strengthening health information systems and improving health[1], especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, WHO announced a new approach to improving access to life-saving data: the SCORE for Health Data Technical Package. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the urgent need for timely and reliable data to drive […]
COVID-19 disrupting mental health services in most countries, WHO survey October 6, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted or halted critical mental health services in 93% of countries worldwide while the demand for mental health is increasing, according to a new WHO survey. The survey of 130 countries provides the first global data showing the devastating impact of COVID-19 on access to mental health services and underscores the […]
Global partnership to make available 120 million affordable, quality COVID-19 rapid tests for low- and middle-income countries September 28, 2020
A full access package includes WHO policy guidance on the use of antigen-based rapid diagnostic tests, manufacturer volume guarantees for low and middle-income countries, catalytic funding to assist governments to deploy the tests and an initial US$50 million procurement fundSeveral rapid, point-of-care antigen tests are being assessed by WHO for Emergency Use Listing (EUL)Agreements between […]

Threat assessment brief – Importation of Ebola disease cases caused by Bundibugyo virus to Kenya and Nigeria October 23, 2026
This Threat Assessment Brief assesses the risk for people from the EU/EEA living in or travelling to Kenya and Nigeria, and the overall risk for the general EU/EEA population. It is intended for public health authorities in the EU/EEA.
Rapid outbreak assessment – Multi-country outbreak of Salmonella Bovismorbificans ST377 infections linked to the consumption of alfalfa sprouted seeds June 25, 2026
Between January and May 2026, 109 confirmed cases of Salmonella Bovismorbificans ST377 were reported from 10 European Union/European Economic Area (EU/EEA) countries (Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Spain and the Netherlands) and the United Kingdom.
Rapid risk assessment – Clusters of dermatophilosis in five EU/EEA countries in 2025–2026 June 17, 2026
Several clusters of genetically and epidemiologically linked cases predominantly affecting gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men have been detected in four EU countries during the past six months. Cases have also been reported in Norway among individuals practicing martial arts, in 2025 and 2026.