Rapid response teams have been sent to Tanzania to investigate its first-ever Marburg outbreak, says the WHO.

Scientists say using algorithms to detect child TB cases can lead to quicker diagnosis and treatment.

Landmark IPCC climate report says tools are available to achieve 1.5 degrees Celsius warming limit.

Regional division of the continent at policy level is hindering health progress, say experts.

Researchers welcome new WHO malaria guidelines but urge vigilance.

Epidemiologist Magaly Blas says women’s perspectives are crucial.

Commitment is needed from grassroots groups through to governments, says Amazon expert Avecita Chicchón.

Bolivian biotechnologist Carla Crespo Melgar seeks innovative approaches to the use of microorganisms for food security

Rural communities living alongside wild, carnivorous animals face a disproportionate economic burden, say researchers.

Two human cases of avian flu in Cambodia were not caused by human-human transmission, health officials confirm.

Guatemalan researcher says science must be applied to the local context and culture to reduce child malnutrition.

Building new islands and raising the height of existing ones can help fight sea-level rise, say scientists.

A single dose dramatically reduced risk of sepsis among women following childbirth - trial.