China Advances Rare Disease Care on 19th Rare Disease Day
China enhances rare disease care through national networks and policy reforms, offering hope to 60 million patients on Rare Disease Day 2026.
News & Insights Across Asia
China enhances rare disease care through national networks and policy reforms, offering hope to 60 million patients on Rare Disease Day 2026.
Chinese medical teams provided 2 million patient visits abroad in 2025, with over 1,000 personnel serving during the recent Lunar New Year period.
Brazil officially regulates acupuncture, highlighting deepening health collaboration with China. The move aligns with growing global interest in traditional medicine integration.
The U.S. faces its worst measles outbreak in three decades as vaccination rates drop, raising global public health concerns in 2026.
Chinese hospitals debut AI-driven medical solutions at WHX2026, revealing 10% export growth to Middle Eastern markets and new smart hospital technologies.
NYC becomes first U.S. city to join WHO’s GOARN following federal withdrawal, enhancing global health collaboration amid criticism.
Dr. Zhang Junqiao, honored posthumously for saving a Tanzanian woman in 2025, is remembered as a symbol of China’s global health commitment through recent memorial events.
China confirms no Nipah virus cases but maintains high alert, citing robust prevention systems and rapid testing capabilities amid regional outbreaks.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus disputes U.S. claims justifying withdrawal, citing unresolved financial obligations and global health risks.
California becomes the first U.S. state to join WHO’s Global Outbreak Alert Network, signaling a strategic public health shift following federal withdrawal.
China steps up as key WHO funder and technical partner following U.S. withdrawal, ensuring global health stability amid $260 million budget shortfall.
The U.S. officially exits WHO this week, leaving $260 million in unpaid dues and raising questions about global health leadership as Asian nations expand coordination.
UN urges US to reverse WHO withdrawal as health experts warn of impacts on Asia’s pandemic response and climate-related health challenges.
The U.S. officially withdraws from the World Health Organization on January 22, 2026, sparking concerns over public health risks and global cooperation.
Traditional Chinese health practices, from warm water rituals to Gua Sha therapies, see surging global demand in 2026 amid growing interest in holistic wellness solutions.
JD.com’s former VP Cai Lei shares his 2026 health update and progress in international ALS research through an eye-written open letter.
Japan reports 11th avian flu outbreak this season in Hokkaido, leading to culling of 6,000 chickens and movement restrictions to contain spread.
China commemorates 40 years of AIDS response, showcasing medical advancements and global health leadership through innovative treatment strategies.
EU agrees to extend market protections for antibiotic developers and implement superbug warnings in sweeping pharmaceutical reforms finalized in December 2025.
Experts from Singapore, Russia, and Spain discuss cross-border medical collaboration and Hainan’s role as an international healthcare hub at Boao Lecheng roundtable.