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Monkeypox is set to be renamed after experts said there was an “urgent need” for a non-discriminatory and non-stigmatising” name for the virus.

The current name does not adhere to WHO guidelines, which discourage the use of geographic regions or animals.

The World Health Organization will convene its emergency committee to determine if the monkeypox outbreak that has mysteriously spread beyond Africa warrants being declared a global health emergency

University of Chicago reports little change in global average particulate pollution in 2020, with increases in areas such as India

Giving blood is a lifeline for countless people in crisis, but the rules restrict who can volunteer.

Officials at the World Health Organisation are weighing up new names for the virus spreading around the world after a respected group of scientists called for it to be "urgently" changed

Secretary-General of the Muslim World League Dr. Mohammad al-Issa has participated as a guest of honor in the world’s high-level forum, which brought together the heads of major regional and international organizations active in the field of humanitarian work. Activities of the forum, hosted by Geneva, were launched under the…

Air pollution shortens lives worldwide by more than two years, researchers reported Tuesday.

Donating blood can help treat and support many people. However, not everyone is allowed to donate blood. Here's what you need to know about who can and cannot give blood

Respected epidemiologist Mary-Louise McLaws, who has been recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday honours list, reflects on how her life changed following her brain cancer diagnosis.

Around the world, something very strange is happening with the spread of flu, with a range of specialists saying the COVID-19 pandemic has set off a chain of consequences that interrupted the spread of influenza, possibly throwing out seasonal trends for years to come.