WHO announces evidence-policy discussion on traditional medicine

WHO described an international herbal pharmacopoeia among the planned five-year activities.

The country received WHO certification after interrupting indigenous malaria transmission.

Prevention and rapid response helped Cabo Verde maintain its malaria-free status.

Cabo Verde was certified malaria free after decades of work across its islands.

Imported cases remain possible and health services must guard against re-establishment.

Publication date: the announced discussion included inclusivity, equity and how different health knowledge systems enter policy.

Publication date: WHO connected traditional, complementary and integrative medicine with routine use of research in decisions.

Publication date: the WHO notice linked its announced meeting to evidence goals from the 2023 traditional medicine summit.

The country launched routine use of the RTS,S vaccine for eligible children.

The programme added vaccination to existing malaria prevention efforts.