Chile's Congress approved a reform to the country's controversial private pension system on Wednesday, clearing the way for the bill to be signed by President Gabriel Boric.

If the U.S. withdraws funding and support from WHO, critical programs that support the survival of women and children will be at risk.

President Trump’s decision to pull out of the international health agency could deprive the United States of crucial scientific data and lessen the country’s influence in setting a global health agenda.

The US withdrawal from the WHO will have a severe impact on HIV, polio and many other health programmes on the African continent.

Chile’s Senate approved a long-sought reform to raise pensions for current and future retirees, advancing the legislation to a crucial phase in the lower house before it would become law.

Public health experts say U.S. withdrawal from the W.H.O. would undermine the nation’s standing as a global health leader and make it harder to fight the next pandemic.

A devastating wildfire in Los Sauces, Chile, has destroyed large areas, claiming the life of three firefighters. The blaze continues to threaten the region, with authorities working to control the flames.

The agency's nutrition priorities are part of a government-wide effort to fight the country's chronic disease crisis, including health problems such as diabetes and heart illnesses.

Retirement and heavy alcohol use can be a dangerous mix, with both adding to depression among older adults. According to a new study in Aging and Mental Health, retirees showed more signs of depression than those who were still working, and binge drinking made those symptoms worse. Moderate drinking, however, modestly lifted their spirits.

When Donald Trump returns to the White House, he's expected to issue a series of orders with far-reaching impact on global health — from abortion services to support for the World Health Organization.

Santiago de Chile - Changing patterns of climate variability and extreme weather events are negatively affecting all dimensions of food security and

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