
China to Host Key SCO Forums, Expand Regional Health Initiatives
China announces plans to host major SCO forums and expand healthcare support for member states, as President Xi emphasizes regional cooperation and sustainable development.
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China announces plans to host major SCO forums and expand healthcare support for member states, as President Xi emphasizes regional cooperation and sustainable development.
China’s PLA Navy hospital ship Peace Ark celebrates 15 years of providing medical care to 370,000+ people across 52 countries, blending healthcare with international diplomacy.
WHO warns of escalating global cholera outbreaks driven by conflict and climate change, urging immediate action to prevent further spread.
China releases updated national palliative care guidelines, expanding support for terminally ill patients and families through standardized pain management and holistic care protocols.
As US schools reopen, declining child vaccination rates raise public health concerns, highlighting challenges in disease prevention and policy gaps.
Once confined to Himalayan monasteries, Tibetan medicine now trains thousands in universities and expands globally, blending ancient wisdom with modern science.
Tibet’s Nagqu region faces unique maternal health challenges due to extreme high-altitude conditions, driving medical innovation and climate adaptation efforts.
Tibetan medical workers overcome Xizang’s harsh climate to preserve ancient healing practices, while a young student uses digital tools to share this wisdom globally.
Australian-led study finds aircraft toilet wastewater could track antimicrobial-resistant superbugs, aiding global health surveillance efforts.
China’s county-level medical consortia are bringing quality care closer to rural residents, reducing costs and improving access nationwide.
Australian researchers develop sunlight-activated material to convert toxic PFAS into harmless fluoride, offering a sustainable solution to global contamination.
U.S. terminates $500M vaccine research funding, sparking expert warnings about weakened pandemic defenses and global health security risks.
U.S. wildfires create hazardous air quality and economic disruptions from coast to coast, with potential ripple effects for Asian markets and global health concerns.
WHO warns of chikungunya virus spread to 119 countries, with 5.5 million at risk. Americas and Indian Ocean regions hardest hit; vaccines remain limited.
Discover how Xizang transformed its healthcare from zero beds in 1952 to over 21,000 today, becoming a global model for high-altitude regions.
A landmark Lancet report led by Chinese experts outlines a global strategy to combat rising liver cancer cases through prevention, early detection, and improved treatment systems.
Carsten Schicker highlights the Global South’s role in creating an equitable global health system, with China leading collaborative efforts amid geopolitical challenges.
Gaza’s death toll surpasses 60,000 as global hunger monitor warns of imminent famine, urging immediate action to allow critical aid access.
China’s Health for All initiative receives international acclaim at Boao Forum, with Red Cross officials highlighting innovation-driven global health strategies involving 50+ countries.
Former CDC director Tom Frieden emphasizes global health cooperation, warns of U.S. funding risks, and praises China’s medical advancements at Boao Forum.