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Repercussions of a U.S. withdrawal from WHO will severely impact future global goals and performance

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  • Amir Khorram-Manesh

    (University of Gothenburg)

  • Frederick M Burkle

    (Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars)

  • Krzysztof Goniewicz

    (Polish Air Force University)

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The US withdrawal from the World Health Organization involves the country ceasing its membership and financial contributions to the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision has several implications: The U.S. would save the funds it contributes to the global health body, which could be redirected to domestic health initiatives. It could also have more control over its health policies and responses without needing to align with the WHO guidelines. Nevertheless, the action may weaken the WHO’s ability to respond to global health crises. The US would lose its leadership role in global health, potentially diminishing its influence in international health policy. U.S. researchers and institutions might face reduced opportunities for international collaboration on health research and data sharing. Finally, Without WHO coordination, the U.S. might be less prepared for global health threats, potentially making Americans less safe.

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  • Amir Khorram-Manesh & Frederick M Burkle & Krzysztof Goniewicz, 2025. "Repercussions of a U.S. withdrawal from WHO will severely impact future global goals and performance," Palgrave Communications, Palgrave Macmillan, vol. 12(1), pages 1-10, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palcom:v:12:y:2025:i:1:d:10.1057_s41599-025-05657-3
    DOI: 10.1057/s41599-025-05657-3
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