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Proper Disposal of Medical Waste can Help us Cope with Pandemics

Medical waste disposal is a key part of pandemic planning and recovery that we must get right during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Today is World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome day is celebrated every year to celebrate the lives of people with Down Syndrome. 

ADB Announces $6.5 Billion Initial Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today announced a $6.5 billion initial package to address the immediate needs of its developing member countries (DMCs) as they respond to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

UEFA Postpones Euro 2020 by One Year due to Coronavirus

UEFA today announced the postponement of its flagship national team competition, UEFA EURO 2020, due to be played in June and July this year.

Coronavirus – Public Health Advice on How to Protect Yourself

Adopting good hygiene is one of the most effective weapons to slow or prevent the virus spreading. Here are six things you can do to protect yourself and others.

How Taiwan Keeps its Coronavirus Infection Rate Low

Taiwan's number of COVID-19 infections is currently below 60, despite the island's proximity to the outbreak's epicenter on mainland China.

Healthy Ways to Manage Your Coronavirus Anxiety

People of all ages are concerned about the spread of the coronavirus, and teenagers, as a group, tend to experience emotions especially intensely.

UNDP: Highest Level of Political Commitment Needed to fight COVID-19

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has shocked the world with the agility and speed of its spread.

UK Health minister Tests Positive For the Coronavirus

UK's Health minister and Conservative MP Nadine Dorries has been diagnosed with coronavirus.