Pandemics

CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years
Health

CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years

Craig Fedirighi

NEW YORK — More U.S. children have died this flu season than at any time since the swine flu pandemic ...

Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests as the continent tries to rely less on imports
Health

Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests as the continent tries to rely less on imports

Craig Fedirighi

TAMESNA, Morocco — After African countries struggled to get testing kits during the COVID-19 pandemic, officials vowed to make the ...

Mongolia is in the tourism spotlight and making it easier to visit. Reindeer sledding, anyone?
Travel

Mongolia is in the tourism spotlight and making it easier to visit. Reindeer sledding, anyone?

Bob Elliott

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia — With its reindeer sleigh rides, camel racing and stunning landscapes with room to roam, Mongolia is hoping ...

WHO member countries approve steps to bolster health regulations to better brace for pandemics
Health

WHO member countries approve steps to bolster health regulations to better brace for pandemics

Craig Fedirighi

GENEVA — The World Health Organization said member countries on Saturday approved new steps to improve global preparedness for and ...