BREAKING: The World Health Organization (WHO) has proposed a global digital ID framework funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. This framework aims to link vaccination records of newborns to a system that would enable lifelong tracking through interoperable registries, socioeconomic data, and artificial intelligence (AI).
This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance health data management and improve vaccination coverage worldwide. The proposal has raised discussions regarding the implications of such tracking systems on privacy and data security.
For related coverage, see the recent developments regarding vaccine recommendations by the CDC.
The WHO"s proposal reflects a growing trend in utilizing technology to streamline health records and improve public health outcomes.
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