Jeremy Farrar's surprise exit from WHO creates policy vacuum

Jeremy Farrar, the World Health Organization's Assistant Director-General for Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Care, is unexpectedly stepping down. His departure, reported by The Lancet, signals potential shifts in global health policy and leadership, especially concerning how the WHO approaches health initiatives. It's a big deal for how global bodies shape what happens at a national level for things like vaccine policy, access to essential medicines, and even how public health messaging affects your day-to-day choices.