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WHO says there may never be a ‘silver bullet’ for COVID-19
The World Health Organization warned on Monday that, despite strong hopes for a vaccine, there might never be a "silver bullet" for…
WHO warns that Coronavirus is here to stay for long, effects to be felt for longer
The World Health Organization on Saturday warned the coronavirus pandemic was likely to be "lengthy" after its emergency committee met to evaluate…
WHO warns impact of coronavirus will be felt for decades to come
The global coronavirus outbreak is the sort of disaster whose effects will last far into the future, World Health Organization Director General…
There is no “zero risk” in easing travel restrictions, WHO says
There is no "zero risk" strategy for countries easing international travel restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic, and essential travel for emergencies should…
WHO urges countries to gradually lift international travel
Countries should gradually lift international travel measures based on a thorough risk assessment and must prioritise essential travel for emergencies, the World…
WHO warns partying youngsters not to ‘let down guard’ on COVID-19
Young people letting down their guard to enjoy the summer holidays are partly driving a spike in new COVID-19 cases in some…
WHO says COVID-19 pandemic is not seasonal but one big wave
World Health Organization official on Tuesday described the COVID-19 pandemic as "one big wave" and warned against complacency in the northern hemisphere…
WHO says COVID-19 pandemic is ‘one big wave’, not seasonal
The World Health Organization on Tuesday warned against complacency about new coronavirus transmission in the northern hemisphere summer, saying that this virus…
Number of COVID-19 cases double in 6 weeks: WHO
Six months after the World Health Organization ( WHO ) declared COVID-19 a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), it has…
WHO insists only with strict adherence to health measures can world beat the coronavirus pandemic
The new coronavirus pandemic that has infected more than 16 million people is easily the worst global health emergency the World Health…
WHO scientist sees regulators cooperating to speed COVID-19 vaccine approval
Regulators that normally work within their own countries or regions will likely harmonize efforts on potential COVID-19 vaccines to speed up their…
WHO warns: Don’t expect first COVID-19 vaccinations until early 2021
Researchers are making “good progress” in developing vaccines against COVID-19, with a handful in late-stage trials, but their first use cannot be…