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WHO guidelines for the clinical management of filovirus disease

This WHO guideline provides evidence-based recommendations for the clinical management of filovirus disease, including disease caused by Ebola, Sudan,...

Initial clinical management of patients exposed to weaponized chemicals: interim guidance

This interim guidance is aimed at healthcare workers who may receive patients exposed to chemical weapons or other hazardous or toxic chemicals at  their...

WHO guidance for mass gathering events attended by individuals from areas with documented Bundibugyo virus detection, May 2026

This WHO guidance provides updated recommendations for the planning and management of mass gathering events attended by individuals from areas with documented...

WHO practical manual on meningitis diagnosis, treatment and care

The global burden of acute bacterial meningitis remains high, particularly in low- and middle-income countries and resource-limited settings. Following...

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In April 2026 (epidemiological weeks 14 to 17), a total of 20 100 new cholera and acute watery diarrhoea (AWD) cases were reported from 15 countries, territories,...

WHO advises Member States to implement a risk-based approach to the identification, monitoring, and management of contacts of probable or confirmed Andes...

In 2025, the WHO Health Emergencies Programme responded to a growing number of health emergencies driven by conflict, climate shocks and disease outbreaks,...

Technical note disembarkation and onward management of passengers

This technical note is intended for public health authorities, port health authorities, and partner agencies involved in the disembarkation, onward travel,...