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WHO Warns U.S. Funding Cuts Endanger Global Health

3/19/2025

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The World Health Organization warns that U.S. funding cuts jeopardize global health, risking millions of HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis cases.
These cuts could result in 15 million malaria cases and 107,000 deaths, affecting services in over 50 countries.
Evangelical groups are urging President Trump to sustain foreign aid, especially for PEPFAR, which has saved millions.
Experts stress that U.S. funding is vital for global health security and preventing disease outbreaks.

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The World Health Organization warns that U.S. funding cuts jeopardize global health, risking millions of HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis cases.
These cuts could result in 15 million malaria cases and 107,000 deaths, affecting services in over 50 countries.
Evangelical groups are urging President Trump to sustain foreign aid, especially for PEPFAR, which has saved millions.
Experts stress that U.S. funding is vital for global health security and preventing disease outbreaks.