South Asia has achieved its highest-ever immunization coverage for children, with notable progress in India and Nepal, according to new data released on Tuesday by the World Health Organization (WHO) ...

For generations, community water fluoridation has helped Marylanders enjoy better oral health, writes Celeste Ziara.

U.N. health officials have estimated that more than 14 million children did not receive a single vaccine last year.

In 2024, 89% of infants globally - about 115 million - received at least one dose of the diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTP)-containing vaccine, and 85% - roughly 109 million - completed all three ...

Recent health findings are drawing parallels between ultra-processed foods like samosas and jalebis and harmful substances like cigarettes, highlighting their potential to increase the risk of serious ...

To close the care gap, we must design a system that addresses availability concerns while simultaneously matching patients with the expertise they need.

A new report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reveals that an estimated 14 ...

Health facilities with trained pharmacy heads and reliable internet access were significantly more likely to operate Dagu effectively, underscoring the importance of investing in capacity-building and ...

Officials acknowledged that the collapse of international aid this year will make it more difficult to reduce the number of unprotected children.

The H5N1 avian flu is circulating in cows and other mammals. Whether it will make a permanent leap to humans is another ...