The Zika virus repository aims to help coordinate the global response by bringing together all partner information in one central location. The reporting tool helps delineate the Who, What, Where and When (4Ws) of this emergency response. The tool will generate reports based on information provided by partners in real time.
WHO and partners are appealing for the international response to the spread of Zika virus disease and any subsequent increases in the incidence of microcephaly and neurological disorders.
Since the establishment of the Advisory Group in July 2015, the Advisory Group has met monthly, by teleconference and in person. The papers considered by the Advisory Group, together with its reports and reflections of the Chair, are listed in chronological order.
In a pandemic, a specific vaccine will have to be rapidly produced to vaccinate people against the new virus. Such a vaccine, like all biological medical products, has to be checked for safety and efficacy (that is, does it work as claimed by the manufacturer) and approved for use. Usually this process takes several months but during a pandemic it must be done in a matter of days or at most, weeks. Countries receiving vaccine are responsible for the safety of their citizens and must make very quick decisions on whether to grant a licence, ask for more data or reject the application for a licence.
The Regulatory Capacity Building Outcome is defined as “countries with weak or no regulatory capacity will be able to regulate influenza products including vaccines, antivirals and diagnostics, and to accelerate national approval of these commodities in case of an influenza pandemic”. This Outcome is articulated across three Outputs, and seven Key Deliverables. Objectives to be achieved by 2016 will be measured against detailed global level indicators of success.
26 May 2016 -- WHO Member States have agreed to one of the most profound transformations in the Organization’s history, establishing the new Health Emergencies Programme during the 69th Session of the World Health Assembly taking place this week.
This document identifies trainings and induction material that is developed by WHO Pandemic and Epidemic department (PED) to train emergency responders in pre-deployment and function specific curriculums and to build national capacities before and during outbreaks and emergencies.
WHO’s Zika app aims to provide essential information on Zika virus disease and its suspected complications. Designed primarily for health care workers and responders, the app can also be a source of real-time information for the general public. Download and use the app is on IOS or android platforms and have easy-to-use information at your fingertips. In addition to information on on Zika virus diseases, microcephaly and other suspected complications, you can download WHO’s technical guidance and other useful resources, follow ongoing Zika related-research and development, stay updated about the latest news, and follow the international response to Zika. New content, including trainings will be added to the app in weeks to come.
Major epidemics in the 21st century highlight the need for a system to quickly transform scientific knowledge into action on the ground. Knowledge that is understandable and actionable is essential to mounting an effective response to save lives, minimize illness and to prevent unnecessary damage to societies and economies.
SciCurve transforms the old indexed-search based method of systematic literature review into interactive and comprehensible environment. It allows you to study your subject in great detail, while still having the ability to look at the bigger picture. Explore new scientific trends. Watch the rise of emerging paradigms. Target the most relevant and productive authors in your field and the journals keenest on publishing your type of research.
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You will be finally able to observe frequently cited publications within visualized sub-fields with higher density and their mutual relationships.
Sherpa-JULIET provides information on research funding agencies’ policies on open access from around the world. These policies apply to deposit of published articles in open access repositories, publishing in open access journals and the archiving of research data.
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