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January 23, 2026

U.S. completes withdrawal from World Health Organization, hampering global response to outbreaks

Updated on: January 22, 2026 / 6:33 PM EST / CBS/AP

U.S. completes withdrawal from World Health Organization, hampering global response to outbreaks

TL;DR

  • The U.S. has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization.
  • The U.S. owes more than $130 million to the WHO.
  • Withdrawal impacts global response to outbreaks and vaccine development.
  • Experts predict hundreds of thousands of excess deaths due to the U.S. exit.
  • Concerns exist about lost access to crucial international health data.
  • The withdrawal affects initiatives like polio eradication and maternal/child health programs.
  • The U.S. is no longer participating in WHO committees, including those for flu strain assessment.
  • Disagreements exist regarding the U.S. obligation to pay outstanding dues before withdrawal.

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