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DRC Ebola outbreak expands and impacts healthcare workers
440 clusters · 3353 sources · last updated
Latest: British healthcare worker evacuated to UK with Ebola
The Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to escalate, marking one of the deadliest epidemics in the country’s history. As of late October 2026, confirmed cases have surpass
Sudan war: escalating famine risk and diplomatic tension
42 clusters · 158 sources · last updated
Latest: Sudan faces imminent famine risk due to conflict and drought
By late 2026, the Sudanese conflict and environmental stressors have intensified the humanitarian crisis. While the Sudanese army previously retook control of Khartoum, Sennar, and Al-Jazirah, the Rapid Support Forces (R
Super El Niño intensifies, threatening global food security
187 clusters · 1438 sources · last updated
Latest: El Nino phenomenon expected to impact Vietnam weather through early 2027
The 2026–27 Super El Niño, nicknamed “Godzilla,” is reaching unprecedented intensity, with the World Meteorological Organization warning it could be the strongest since 1950. Global agricultural supplies are under seve
Hurricane Melissa Caribbean recovery and humanitarian shifts
7 clusters · 20 sources · last updated
Latest: UK and Jamaica sign partnership for Hurricane Melissa reconstruction
Nearly two years after Category 5 Hurricane Melissa struck the Caribbean on October 28, 2025, recovery efforts continue to evolve across Jamaica, Cuba, and Haiti. In Jamaica, the scale of economic impact has been revised
Nepal flood and landslide disaster recovery
31 clusters · 176 sources · last updated
Latest: Nepal floods cause Rs 79.17 billion in private sector losses
Following the devastating Bhotekoshi-Trishuli flash floods on August 26, Nepal has transitioned from emergency search and rescue to a phase focused on rehabilitation and reconstruction. While the government previously su
Vietnam disaster prevention and climate adaptation planning
2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated
Latest: Vietnam promotes R&D links between universities and businesses
Vietnam is developing strategic frameworks for the 2026–2030 period to address increasing climate risks and natural disasters. Following significant economic losses and casualties recorded between 2021 and 2025, the nati
World Restart a Heart Day awareness in Greece
3 clusters · 17 sources · last updated
Latest: ELMEPA hosts first aid and CPR training in Crete
In mid-October 2026, Greece conducted various public health initiatives to observe World Restart a Heart Day. The National Center for Emergency Assistance (EKAB) launched a nationwide series of educational events from Oc
Global pandemic preparedness discussions
6 clusters · 42 sources · last updated
Latest: Global health leaders focus on pandemic prevention and zoonotic disease control
During the 81st United Nations General Assembly, international health organizations and world leaders focused on strengthening global pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response (PPPR). Representatives from the Pan A
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