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WHO supports higher tobacco taxes in the Philippines, expresses concern about upcoming tobacco exposition

The Great East Japan Earthquake

WHO marks International Women's Day by stressing "Empower rural women: end hunger and poverty"

The unfinished business of leprosy control

Don't be a cancer statistic

Be aware: beat cancer

Good news on the malaria front

Putting food safety on the table

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WHO unveils third addendum to Guidelines for drinking-water quality

WHO issues comprehensive guidelines on filovirus disease, including Ebola and Marburg disease

WHO designates new Collaborating Centre to strengthen the application of behavioural sciences for better health

WHO Step-by-Step programme recognized as a promising innovation for mental health in humanitarian settings