WHO's Emergencies Department faces a $411M funding gap due to growing global health crises.

World Health Organization's (WHO) Emergencies Department faces a funding gap of $411 million, representing a third of its budget due to the growing number of global health crises. The department responded to 72 emergencies in 2023, including conflicts and natural disasters. An independent oversight committee's report recommends new guidelines for the WHO's role in managing long-lasting humanitarian emergencies and urges countries to strengthen their preparedness efforts.

May 30, 2024
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