News from WHO Western Pacific
WHO-recommended newborn care cuts life-threatening infections by two thirds
Singapore wipes out measles; Australia, Brunei Darussalam and Macao SAR (China) eliminate rubella
Regional Conference towards the Implementation of INSPIRE: Seven Strategies for Ending Violence against Children
Governments commit to improve rehab services and recognize Region’s progress on other health issues
Regional health leaders pledge to eliminate neglected diseases, improve hospitals, strengthen laws and use e-health
Dr Takeshi Kasai nominated as next WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific
Malaysia eliminates mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis
Three more countries eliminate lymphatic filariasis
New WHO Collaborating Centre established to support work on food safety and healthy diet
WHO urges schools worldwide to promote healthy eating for children
New UN-Water GLAAS findings: stronger WASH systems needed for safe drinking-water, sanitation and hygiene for all
In memoriam Dr William H. Foege (1936–2026)