US Officially Withdraws from World Health Organization

By Dr. Helena Fischer - Editor, Health

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January 24, 2026 9:34 am

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US Withdrawal from the World Health organization: A Thorough Overview

US Withdrawal from ⁣the World health Organization: A Comprehensive ‌Overview

WASHINGTON – ⁣January 24, 2026– The United States has completed its⁣ withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), a decision stemming from concerns over the ⁤organization’s handling ‌of‍ the COVID-19 ‍pandemic, perceived failures in⁣ reform, and questions regarding its independence. This move marks a notable shift in global health policy and has implications for international cooperation in addressing future health crises.

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The initial declaration of the U.S. intent to withdraw ⁤came⁣ from ‌President Trump on January 20, 2025. The subsequent year⁤ involved

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Dr. Helena Fischer - Editor, Health

Full Name: Dr. Helena Fischer Role: Editor, Health Category: Health Location: Berlin, Germany Education: MD, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin Experience: 11+ years in medical journalism and internal medicine Expertise: Public health, infectious diseases, healthcare policy, medical innovation Awards: European Health Journalism Award 2023 Professional Affiliations: Member, European Association of Science Editors Languages: German (native), English (fluent), Spanish (conversational) Bio: Dr. Helena Fischer is a respected physician and health journalist with over a decade of experience in internal medicine and science communication. She holds an MD from Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin. Dr. Fischer is passionate about public health, medical innovation, and making complex medical topics accessible to all. As Editor of the Health section at World Today Journal, she is dedicated to providing readers with accurate, up-to-date health news and expert analysis.