The Latest Breaking News from Hans Kluge

Heatwave: WHO says Europe's readiness for extreme heat falls short

The World Health Organization has warned that Europe must be better prepared for further "deadly weeks" of extreme heat.

Euronews · Jul 7

Who warns Europe faces ‘more deadly weeks’ as heatwave builds again

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Europe could face "more deadly weeks" due to an intense heatwave forming over the Atlantic. Temperatures are forecast to reach 43 degrees Celsius in Portugal and southern Spain in the coming days. WHO Regional Director Hans Kluge held an emergency call, highlighting…

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Europe may face 'more deadly weeks' as new heatwave builds, WHO warns

Europe faces more deadly weeks as a new heatwave forms over the Atlantic. Temperatures in Portugal and Spain are expected to reach forty-three degrees Celsius. Many European countries lack adequate heat-health action plans for protection. Experts link the recent severe heatwave to climate change impacts. Authorities are working to improve…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

WHO says Europe must act after 200,000 preventable heat-related deaths

Heat kills thousands of Europeans every year, deaths the WHO says could be prevented with the right policies in place.

Euronews · Jun 11

WHO Europe chief urges fans to enjoy World Cup as US pushes for travel restrictions

As Washington pushes other countries to impose travel restrictions on visitors from affected areas, WHO's European chief says the risk of Ebola spreading at the tournament remains minimal.

Euronews · Jun 11

Declare climate crisis a global public health emergency, experts tell WHO

Exclusive: Commission says alert would trigger coordinated international response that could help avoid millions dying

The Guardian - UK · May 16

European girls aged 13-15 have world’s highest rate of tobacco use for age group

World Health Organization report also finds one in seven adolescents across continent use vapes and e-cigarettes

The Guardian - UK · Feb 27

Europe is the global leader in tobacco use and vaping may be to blame, WHO warns

Despite overall tobacco use decline, vaping and novel tobacco products are driving increased use among young people in Europe, according to the World Health Organization.

Euronews · Feb 26

Why measles are still a challenge: Experts warn vaccination hesitancy fuels Europe spread

Health agencies warn that measles remains a challenge in Europe despite a 2025 decline from the previous year's record high, urging urgent action on vaccination hesitancy.

Euronews · Feb 11

European health systems are failing victims of gender violence, WHO says

A new report has found that health systems in Europe are not prepared to support victims of gender-based violence, creating unnecessary barriers that prevent women from seeking help.

Euronews · Nov 20, 2025