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U.S. Retreat from Gavi Cedes Influence to China's Vaccine Suppliers
The loss of U.S. funding could leave Gavi with three options to downsize its operations
U.S. Egg Prices See Largest Jump Since 1980 as Bird Flu Outbreaks Continue
A new version of H5N1 influenza continues to pound poultry, but price relief could be on the way
Sloth Fever: Latin America's Oropouche Epidemic
Without global collaboration and action to address root causes, Oropouche fever is likely to continue spreading
Better Infant Health Starts With Paid Family Leave
State-based labor legislation could inadvertently allow parents to protect their babies from winter outbreaks
Kenya's Health Worker Exodus: Brain Drain or Economic Opportunity?
Kenyan health-care professionals continue to emigrate, presenting a mixed bag of fortunes for the country
Bird Flu, U.S. Cows, and Economic Consequences
The recent H5N1 outbreak in cattle has rattled livestock markets and raised public health concerns
Rethinking Donor Partnerships in Africa
Improving health in Africa requires more effective and respectful collaboration with global partners
2024 WHO Board Meeting: Flexible Finances and Global Crises Top Agenda
The WHO executive board to discuss investment round proposal, “polycrises,” and pandemics
Corporate Influence in Ecuador’s Food Policy
Recent policies enable corporations to set priorities for the country’s child malnutrition strategy