By exiting the WHO and pulling funding, the U.S. would lose any leverage to enact those reforms,” writes Ashish K. Jha.

When Donald Trump returns to the White House, he's expected to issue a series of orders with far-reaching impact on global health — from abortion services to support for the World Health Organization.

Biden officials touted the steps they took to halt or prevent disease threats, but some public heath researchers offer a more mixed assessment of the administration’s efforts.

Four key decisions await Trump: reinstating the Mexico City Policy; withdrawing from WHO, abandoning the Pandemic Prevention Treaty and de-authorizing PEPFAR, the HIV prevention program.

The WHO is seeking $1.5 billion to help more than 300 million people living in 42 emergency zones, from Gaza to Afghanistan.

The WHO is seeking $2.05 billion to help more than 300 million people living in 42 emergency zones. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Trump has promised on Day One to repeal Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence, which requires developers of the most advanced AI models to report on their activities to the Commerce Department.

The Microsoft cofounder commended his fellow billionaire for “how well he showed a lot of interest in the issues I brought up.”

The case of the Canadian teen and the death of a Louisiana man are stark reminders of bird flu’s capacity to ignite serious illness.

Plus, the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office in New York defended deputies' detainment of an 11-year-old girl, saying she matched the description of a suspect.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had earlier accused Hamas of “reneging” on parts of the deal, under which Israel would withdraw from some areas of Gaza and obtain the return of hostages.

Jennifer Klein, head of the first-of-its-kind office, reflects on the wins and the challenges — most notably, the end of federal abortion rights.