The halt of US overseas aid under President Trump's administration has severely impacted global health initiatives, according to WHO chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The freeze includes critical programs like PEPFAR, leading to halts in HIV treatment, testing, and prevention in 50 countries. Many clinics have closed, and healthcare workers are on leave, raising serious concerns about a potential rise in disease spread and slowed vaccine development. Experts warn that the cuts threaten vital health systems, which rely heavily on US funding for effective humanitarian aid.
"There are actions that the US government is taking... which we're concerned are having a serious impact on global health."
"Clinics are shuttered and health workers have been put on leave," Dr Tedros said.
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