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.

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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday proposed that food companies display nutrition labels on the front of the packages, in its latest push under the outgoing Biden administration to help consumers make healthier choices.

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.

World Health Organization chief says agency already cutting back on hiring and travel with Trump withdrawal set to hit funding.

Chile accused Venezuela’s second-most powerful man of giving the order to kill a dissident in Santiago last year, a hit it alleges was carried out by the transnational gang Tren de Aragua in a ...

The U.S. withdrawal from WHO has seismic implications on issues like prevention of future pandemics, and the stakes are especially high for Canada.