According to EMM, the WHO's report highlighted that in 2023, six out of ten medics in Europe were trained outside the region. For nurses, this number is even higher. This growing reliance on foreign medical workers has prompted the WHO to call for more equitable and sustainable health worker migration policies. The organization cited Romania as an example, where improved pay, training, and working conditions have reduced the number of doctors leaving the country from 1,500 to 461.

In related developments, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) released its Global Innovation Index 2025, ranking Switzerland, Sweden, the United States, the Republic of Korea, and Singapore as the most innovative countries. This marks the first time China has entered the top 10. However, WIPO cautioned that growth in innovation investments is slowing, potentially affecting future intellectual property trends.

The UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) has released a report criticizing Nigeria for failing to protect women and girls from targeted attacks. The report was published after a mission to Nigeria in December 2023, where CEDAW members met with various stakeholders, including victims of abduction. The report highlighted systematic violations of women's and girls' rights, particularly concerning the lack of action on abductions and marital rape.

In a significant development, the WHO has reinstated sunscreen on its model lists of essential medicines. This decision is seen as a crucial lifeline for individuals with albinism, who face a high risk of skin cancer. The move underscores the importance of addressing the health needs of populations disproportionately affected by climate change and other challenges. However, the impact of this decision will depend on governments' commitment to integrating sunscreen into national health systems.