Preventing, Diagnosing, and Treating Postpartum Haemorrhage: A Practical Summary of WHO 2025 Recommendations Introduction Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) remains the leading cause of maternal mortality globally , accounting for nearly one in five maternal deaths worldwide. The majority of these deaths are preventable through timely prevention, early diagnosis, and standardised treatment. Recognising persistent gaps in care, the World Health Organisation (WHO), in collaboration with the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) and the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), released consolidated evidence-based guidelines in 2025 to harmonise global practice and accelerate reductions in maternal deaths. This article summarises the key recommendations for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of postpartum haemorrhage , translating the guideline table into practical guidance for frontline health workers and health ...
US Foreign Aid Paused: A Strategic Shift with Global Consequences By Fanuel, January 26, 2025 In a dramatic policy shift, the United States has halted nearly all foreign aid programs, citing a need to align spending with President Donald Trump’s "America First" agenda. A leaked State Department memo, confirmed by multiple outlets, reveals sweeping suspensions of development and military assistance worldwide—with notable exceptions for Israel, Egypt, and emergency food aid 1 2 12 . The move has sparked intense debate over its humanitarian, geopolitical, and diplomatic implications. What’s Happening? The Freeze Order Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued an internal directive on January 24, 2025, ordering an immediate pause on all new a...
