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INDIA AND WHO LAUNCH GLOBAL CALL FOR AI IN HEALTH

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) and the World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global call for abstracts on AI in health. This strategic partnership aims to gather best practices for ethical, equitable, and effective AI deployment, particularly to address public health gaps in developing nations.

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WHAT IS PANDEMIC EMERGENCY? NEW DEFINITION EXPLAINED

 The WHO establishes a new legally binding alert, "Pandemic Emergency," under the IHR to prevent delayed responses like COVID-19. It defines severe global threats that strain health systems and require coordinated international action. Member states, including India, must create National IHR Authorities, strengthen surveillance, and ensure equitable access to essential health products.

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WHO 'GLOBAL SPECS 2030' INITIATIVE: EXPLAINED

The World Health Organization (WHO) launched 'Global Specs 2030' to ensure affordable eye care services for every person worldwide by 2030. The initiative targets prevalent vision problems, particularly among adolescents, and aims to reverse the negative effects of lack of eye care on education, economic opportunities, and quality of life.

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