Hunger Haunts Somalia
Agencies in Somalia, including WFP, are facing a severe lack of resources…reports Asian Lite News UN officials warn that around a third of Somalia’s
UN Warns as Sudan Violence Persists
The council expressed grave concern at conflict-induced famine and extreme food insecurity…reports Asian Lite News The UN Security Council voiced deep concern over the
UN warns of ‘catastrophic’ hunger crisis in Nigeria
The UN World Food Programme has warned that more than a million people in northeastern Nigeria could lose emergency food and nutrition aid within
Bill Gates’ AI Gamble in Africa
Bill Gates has announced a major push to deploy artificial intelligence in African health clinics, with tools designed to help overstretched nurses and doctors
Africa suffers worst outbreak of cholera in 25 years
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) warns fragile water systems and conflict are driving continent-wide emergency…reports Asian Lite News Africa is
Deadly Fever Grips Senegal
Currently, there is no vaccine or antiviral treatment approved for human use against RVF. Senegal is facing a growing public health emergency as the
Generic Drugs Boost Hypertension Control
By setting price ceilings on essential medicines based on average market prices, India successfully kept out-of-pocket costs low while still ensuring manufacturers made sustainable
Lower BP Target Could Benefit Indians
Beyond salt reduction, experts stressed that controlling hypertension requires a comprehensive approach. Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy body weight, reducing alcohol intake, quitting tobacco,
Silent Diabetes Crisis Unfolds
The report further highlights that even for those who do receive a diagnosis, the challenges of care and management remain significant A startling number
WHO Warns of Escalating Cholera Threat
Recent figures highlight the growing threat. In 2023, WHO recorded 535,321 cases and 4,007 deaths across 45 countries. However, the true toll is likely higher,
