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  • Dr Saia's portrait (4)
    Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. On 5 April 2024, members of the Philippine diplomatic corps, representatives of the United Nations, other key partners, and the WHO workforce, gathered in the Regional Office for a high-level event to mark World Health Day 2024. The event, hosted by WHO’s Regional Director for the Western Pacific, Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, was an opportunity to mark WHO's founding in 1948 and shed light on health issues affecting people all over the world.   This World Health Day theme "my health, my right" was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination.   Read more: https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/events/detail/2024/04/07/western-pacific-events/world-health-day-2024 Note: Title reflects the respective position of the subject at the time the photo was taken.Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. On 5 April 2024, members of the Philippine diplomatic corps, representatives of the United Nations, other key partners, and the WHO workforce, gathered in the Regional Office for a high-level event to mark World Health Day 2024. The event, hosted by WHO’s Regional Director for the Western Pacific, Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, was an opportunity to mark WHO's founding in 1948 and shed light on health issues affecting people all over the world.   This World Health Day theme "my health, my right" was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination.   Read more: https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/events/detail/2024/04/07/western-pacific-events/world-health-day-2024 Note: Title reflects the respective position of the subject at the time the photo was taken.Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. On 5 April 2024, members of the Philippine diplomatic corps, representatives of the United Nations, other key partners, and the WHO workforce, gathered in the Regional Office for a high-level event to mark World Health Day 2024. The event, hosted by WHO’s Regional Director for the Western Pacific, Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, was an opportunity to mark WHO's founding in 1948 and shed light on health issues affecting people all over the world.   This World Health Day theme "my health, my right" was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination.   Read more: https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/events/detail/2024/04/07/western-pacific-events/world-health-day-2024 Note: Title reflects the respective position of the subject at the time the photo was taken.
  • Vanuatu (92)
    Village chief in the island of Lelepa.Village chief in the island of Lelepa.Village chief in the island of Lelepa.
  • Fiji (160)
    Siblings Sam and Caroline Adikakua, holds their vaccination passports in front of the Nacula Nursing Station. The WHO Division of Pacific Technical Support works closely with Fiji’s Ministry of Health and Medical Services to ensure remote communities in Fiji have access to essential health services, especially vaccination. Read more: https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/going-the-extra-mile-to-deliver-vaccines-in-fijiSiblings Sam and Caroline Adikakua, holds their vaccination passports in front of the Nacula Nursing Station. The WHO Division of Pacific Technical Support works closely with Fiji’s Ministry of Health and Medical Services to ensure remote communities in Fiji have access to essential health services, especially vaccination. Read more: https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/going-the-extra-mile-to-deliver-vaccines-in-fijiSiblings Sam and Caroline Adikakua, holds their vaccination passports in front of the Nacula Nursing Station. The WHO Division of Pacific Technical Support works closely with Fiji’s Ministry of Health and Medical Services to ensure remote communities in Fiji have access to essential health services, especially vaccination. Read more: https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/going-the-extra-mile-to-deliver-vaccines-in-fiji
  • Pitcairn (18)
    View of Pitcairn Island's highest point.  A UK territory founded by the Bounty mutineers, with around 40 residents on the main island, which is only about 4.6 km sq.   Related: https://www.who.int/pitcairnislandsView of Pitcairn Island's highest point.  A UK territory founded by the Bounty mutineers, with around 40 residents on the main island, which is only about 4.6 km sq.   Related: https://www.who.int/pitcairnislandsView of Pitcairn Island's highest point.  A UK territory founded by the Bounty mutineers, with around 40 residents on the main island, which is only about 4.6 km sq.   Related: https://www.who.int/pitcairnislands
  • Papua New Guinea (335)
    Members of Papua New Guinea's Medical Emergency team, setting up a waste management area as part of improving infection prevention and control measures at the Sandaun General Hospital in Vanimo, West Sepik Province. A seven-member team of PNG’s National Emergency Medical Team (EMT) was deployed to Vanimo on 12 September 2021, on a 14-day mission to support West Sepik’s COVID-19 response and their surge in critical COVID-19 cases. The team worked with the Provincial Health Authority (PHA) to build capacity on the clinical management of severe COVID-19 patients, incorporating Safety and Infection Prevention Control (IPC) measures, isolation, conducting hands-on training in severe patient management and vaccine advocacy to health workers and patients, while providing temporary relief to staff on the ground. This is the team’s first official mission, following a pilot mission to Kavieng in July 2021, with support from WHO Papua New Guinea, National Capital District Provincial Health Authority, Port Moresby General Hospital and St John Ambulance Papua New Guinea and the PHAs. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.Members of Papua New Guinea's Medical Emergency team, setting up a waste management area as part of improving infection prevention and control measures at the Sandaun General Hospital in Vanimo, West Sepik Province. A seven-member team of PNG’s National Emergency Medical Team (EMT) was deployed to Vanimo on 12 September 2021, on a 14-day mission to support West Sepik’s COVID-19 response and their surge in critical COVID-19 cases. The team worked with the Provincial Health Authority (PHA) to build capacity on the clinical management of severe COVID-19 patients, incorporating Safety and Infection Prevention Control (IPC) measures, isolation, conducting hands-on training in severe patient management and vaccine advocacy to health workers and patients, while providing temporary relief to staff on the ground. This is the team’s first official mission, following a pilot mission to Kavieng in July 2021, with support from WHO Papua New Guinea, National Capital District Provincial Health Authority, Port Moresby General Hospital and St John Ambulance Papua New Guinea and the PHAs. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.Members of Papua New Guinea's Medical Emergency team, setting up a waste management area as part of improving infection prevention and control measures at the Sandaun General Hospital in Vanimo, West Sepik Province. A seven-member team of PNG’s National Emergency Medical Team (EMT) was deployed to Vanimo on 12 September 2021, on a 14-day mission to support West Sepik’s COVID-19 response and their surge in critical COVID-19 cases. The team worked with the Provincial Health Authority (PHA) to build capacity on the clinical management of severe COVID-19 patients, incorporating Safety and Infection Prevention Control (IPC) measures, isolation, conducting hands-on training in severe patient management and vaccine advocacy to health workers and patients, while providing temporary relief to staff on the ground. This is the team’s first official mission, following a pilot mission to Kavieng in July 2021, with support from WHO Papua New Guinea, National Capital District Provincial Health Authority, Port Moresby General Hospital and St John Ambulance Papua New Guinea and the PHAs. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.
  • Palau (49)
    The Capitol of Palau is the palace of the Palau National Congress, which is located in Ngerulmud, the administrative capital of the country.The Capitol of Palau is the palace of the Palau National Congress, which is located in Ngerulmud, the administrative capital of the country.The Capitol of Palau is the palace of the Palau National Congress, which is located in Ngerulmud, the administrative capital of the country.
  • Niue (37)
    Dr Leroy Tatui, dentist, explains to a young patient the dental X-ray/scan of her teeth.Dr Leroy Tatui, dentist, explains to a young patient the dental X-ray/scan of her teeth.Dr Leroy Tatui, dentist, explains to a young patient the dental X-ray/scan of her teeth.
  • New Caledonia (114)
    Baie des citrons, NoumeaBaie des citrons, NoumeaBaie des citrons, Noumea
  • Micronesia (Federated States of) (135)
    A child residing in Nett holds up his vaccination card after getting his COVID-19 shot. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.A child residing in Nett holds up his vaccination card after getting his COVID-19 shot. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.A child residing in Nett holds up his vaccination card after getting his COVID-19 shot. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.
  • Marshall Islands (52)
    A five-day Emergency Medical Team Member Training was conducted to prepare the Marshall Islands Medical Assistance Team (MI-MAT) for emergencies. This intensive training involves participants from the Ministry of Health, Marshall Islands Red Cross Society (MIRCS), and the Palau Medical Assistance Team (KLEMAT), with support from the World Health Organization (WHO).A five-day Emergency Medical Team Member Training was conducted to prepare the Marshall Islands Medical Assistance Team (MI-MAT) for emergencies. This intensive training involves participants from the Ministry of Health, Marshall Islands Red Cross Society (MIRCS), and the Palau Medical Assistance Team (KLEMAT), with support from the World Health Organization (WHO).A five-day Emergency Medical Team Member Training was conducted to prepare the Marshall Islands Medical Assistance Team (MI-MAT) for emergencies. This intensive training involves participants from the Ministry of Health, Marshall Islands Red Cross Society (MIRCS), and the Palau Medical Assistance Team (KLEMAT), with support from the World Health Organization (WHO).
  • Kiribati (447)
    From the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Pacific Island Countries (PICs) remained COVID-free. When several countries began to report  COVID-19 cases and community transmission for the first time, health ministries and departments in each of the PICs began working alongside different sectors and partners, including the WHO Division of Pacific Technical Support, to respond. With contribution from donors such as the European Union (EU), WHO has been providing COVID-19 preparedness and response technical support in Kiribati. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.From the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Pacific Island Countries (PICs) remained COVID-free. When several countries began to report  COVID-19 cases and community transmission for the first time, health ministries and departments in each of the PICs began working alongside different sectors and partners, including the WHO Division of Pacific Technical Support, to respond. With contribution from donors such as the European Union (EU), WHO has been providing COVID-19 preparedness and response technical support in Kiribati. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.From the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Pacific Island Countries (PICs) remained COVID-free. When several countries began to report  COVID-19 cases and community transmission for the first time, health ministries and departments in each of the PICs began working alongside different sectors and partners, including the WHO Division of Pacific Technical Support, to respond. With contribution from donors such as the European Union (EU), WHO has been providing COVID-19 preparedness and response technical support in Kiribati. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.
  • Tuvalu (82)
    Laboratory technicians in Funafuti Princess Margaret Hospital conducts typhoid lab tests. From the outset of 2023, WHO has been supporting Tuvalu’s Ministry of Health, Social Welfare and Gender Affairs to respond to suspected dengue and typhoid outbreaks across the country.  WHO has worked closely with partners from Tuvalu's Red Cross alongside Live and Learn who have supported case investigation, risk communication, WASH activities and community engagement programs.Laboratory technicians in Funafuti Princess Margaret Hospital conducts typhoid lab tests. From the outset of 2023, WHO has been supporting Tuvalu’s Ministry of Health, Social Welfare and Gender Affairs to respond to suspected dengue and typhoid outbreaks across the country.  WHO has worked closely with partners from Tuvalu's Red Cross alongside Live and Learn who have supported case investigation, risk communication, WASH activities and community engagement programs.Laboratory technicians in Funafuti Princess Margaret Hospital conducts typhoid lab tests. From the outset of 2023, WHO has been supporting Tuvalu’s Ministry of Health, Social Welfare and Gender Affairs to respond to suspected dengue and typhoid outbreaks across the country.  WHO has worked closely with partners from Tuvalu's Red Cross alongside Live and Learn who have supported case investigation, risk communication, WASH activities and community engagement programs.
  • Nauru (60)
    Fishing and swimming are common evening activities in Nauru.Fishing and swimming are common evening activities in Nauru.Fishing and swimming are common evening activities in Nauru.
  • Cook Islands (46)
    A secondary school in RarotongaA secondary school in RarotongaA secondary school in Rarotonga
  • Guam (99)
    Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center (GBWHC) staff members chat and laugh while waiting to assist with patient intake. GBWGC is Guam’s sole public mental health service provider, offering mental / behavioral health, alcohol and drug programs, and services. GBWHC has become flexible to maintain a continuity of services on the island while also protecting staff and patients from Covid-19. Since the pandemic started, patients and providers met outdoors and via phone / video conferencing. As vaccination rates increase and positive Covid-19 tests decrease, GBWHC personnel have resumed some home-based visits. “When the governor releases a public health order, we don’t have time to discuss the details,” says Carissa Pangelinan, Deputy Director for GBWHC. “We need to act fast to continue to provide services while complying with new guidelines right away.” Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center (GBWHC) staff members chat and laugh while waiting to assist with patient intake. GBWGC is Guam’s sole public mental health service provider, offering mental / behavioral health, alcohol and drug programs, and services. GBWHC has become flexible to maintain a continuity of services on the island while also protecting staff and patients from Covid-19. Since the pandemic started, patients and providers met outdoors and via phone / video conferencing. As vaccination rates increase and positive Covid-19 tests decrease, GBWHC personnel have resumed some home-based visits. “When the governor releases a public health order, we don’t have time to discuss the details,” says Carissa Pangelinan, Deputy Director for GBWHC. “We need to act fast to continue to provide services while complying with new guidelines right away.” Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center (GBWHC) staff members chat and laugh while waiting to assist with patient intake. GBWGC is Guam’s sole public mental health service provider, offering mental / behavioral health, alcohol and drug programs, and services. GBWHC has become flexible to maintain a continuity of services on the island while also protecting staff and patients from Covid-19. Since the pandemic started, patients and providers met outdoors and via phone / video conferencing. As vaccination rates increase and positive Covid-19 tests decrease, GBWHC personnel have resumed some home-based visits. “When the governor releases a public health order, we don’t have time to discuss the details,” says Carissa Pangelinan, Deputy Director for GBWHC. “We need to act fast to continue to provide services while complying with new guidelines right away.” Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.
  • Latest releases (247)
    A wind power project in Bac Lieu Province. Renewable energy source is being prioritized for development in Viet Nam, especially in the coastal provinces of South and South-Central regions.A wind power project in Bac Lieu Province. Renewable energy source is being prioritized for development in Viet Nam, especially in the coastal provinces of South and South-Central regions.A wind power project in Bac Lieu Province. Renewable energy source is being prioritized for development in Viet Nam, especially in the coastal provinces of South and South-Central regions.
  • Tonga (138)
    A health worker engages in a conversation with a young patient, accompanied by her mother, during a routine visit at the Pangaimotu Community Health Clinic.A health worker engages in a conversation with a young patient, accompanied by her mother, during a routine visit at the Pangaimotu Community Health Clinic.A health worker engages in a conversation with a young patient, accompanied by her mother, during a routine visit at the Pangaimotu Community Health Clinic.
  • Solomon Islands (109)
    Children plays on the front yard of their home in Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.Children plays on the front yard of their home in Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.Children plays on the front yard of their home in Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. Disclaimer: This image was captured during the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The contents of this image reflect the guidance communicated by local public health authorities at the time of its capture. Please note, public health guidance differs among countries and is indicative of the local context.
  • Samoa (98)
    Passengers getting ready to board the boat bound for Levuka from Suva in Samoa.Passengers getting ready to board the boat bound for Levuka from Suva in Samoa.Passengers getting ready to board the boat bound for Levuka from Suva in Samoa.
  • World Health Day 2025 (197)
    On 7 April 2025, members of the diplomatic corps, government officials, United Nations representatives, key partners, special guests, and the WHO workforce gathered at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for a high-level event to mark World Health Day 2025. Hosted by WHO Regional Director Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, the event highlighted the start of a year-long campaign focused on maternal and newborn health. Under the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” this year’s World Health Day underscored the shared commitment to ensuring that every woman and every newborn receives safe, respectful, and high-quality care—no matter where they live. Read more: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2025#:~:text=World%20Health%20Day%2C%20celebrated%20on,on%20maternal%20and%20newborn%20health.   Note: Title reflects the respective position of the subject at the time the photo was taken.On 7 April 2025, members of the diplomatic corps, government officials, United Nations representatives, key partners, special guests, and the WHO workforce gathered at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for a high-level event to mark World Health Day 2025. Hosted by WHO Regional Director Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, the event highlighted the start of a year-long campaign focused on maternal and newborn health. Under the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” this year’s World Health Day underscored the shared commitment to ensuring that every woman and every newborn receives safe, respectful, and high-quality care—no matter where they live. Read more: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2025#:~:text=World%20Health%20Day%2C%20celebrated%20on,on%20maternal%20and%20newborn%20health.   Note: Title reflects the respective position of the subject at the time the photo was taken.On 7 April 2025, members of the diplomatic corps, government officials, United Nations representatives, key partners, special guests, and the WHO workforce gathered at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for a high-level event to mark World Health Day 2025. Hosted by WHO Regional Director Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, the event highlighted the start of a year-long campaign focused on maternal and newborn health. Under the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” this year’s World Health Day underscored the shared commitment to ensuring that every woman and every newborn receives safe, respectful, and high-quality care—no matter where they live. Read more: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2025#:~:text=World%20Health%20Day%2C%20celebrated%20on,on%20maternal%20and%20newborn%20health.   Note: Title reflects the respective position of the subject at the time the photo was taken.
  • FEMAT reclassification 2025 (4)
    Aerial view of FEMAT’s reclassification day in action, featuring the full field clinic setup. Read more: https://www.who.int/cookislands/news/detail/13-03-2025-fiji-s-femat-reclassified--maintaining-global-standards-as-an-emergency-medical-teamAerial view of FEMAT’s reclassification day in action, featuring the full field clinic setup. Read more: https://www.who.int/cookislands/news/detail/13-03-2025-fiji-s-femat-reclassified--maintaining-global-standards-as-an-emergency-medical-teamAerial view of FEMAT’s reclassification day in action, featuring the full field clinic setup. Read more: https://www.who.int/cookislands/news/detail/13-03-2025-fiji-s-femat-reclassified--maintaining-global-standards-as-an-emergency-medical-team
  • Environment, Climate Change and Health (CCE) (77)
    Burning overgrown weeds along the Red River dikes running through Hanoi city. Burning garbage near public areas, particularly children's playgrounds, remains common in Hanoi due to a lack of awareness about the associated dangers.Burning overgrown weeds along the Red River dikes running through Hanoi city. Burning garbage near public areas, particularly children's playgrounds, remains common in Hanoi due to a lack of awareness about the associated dangers.Burning overgrown weeds along the Red River dikes running through Hanoi city. Burning garbage near public areas, particularly children's playgrounds, remains common in Hanoi due to a lack of awareness about the associated dangers.
  • 2024 earthquake in Vanuatu (96)
    During the earthquake, parts of a building fell on a car in the central business district of Port Vila in Vanuatu.  In December 17, 2024, Vanuatu experienced a 7.3 magnitude earthquake. WHO worked with the Vanuatu government to support emergency response and recovery efforts. Read more: https://www.who.int/newzealand/news/feature-stories/item/vanuatu-responds-to-multiple-health-challenges-following-7.3-magnitude-earthquakeDuring the earthquake, parts of a building fell on a car in the central business district of Port Vila in Vanuatu.  In December 17, 2024, Vanuatu experienced a 7.3 magnitude earthquake. WHO worked with the Vanuatu government to support emergency response and recovery efforts. Read more: https://www.who.int/newzealand/news/feature-stories/item/vanuatu-responds-to-multiple-health-challenges-following-7.3-magnitude-earthquakeDuring the earthquake, parts of a building fell on a car in the central business district of Port Vila in Vanuatu.  In December 17, 2024, Vanuatu experienced a 7.3 magnitude earthquake. WHO worked with the Vanuatu government to support emergency response and recovery efforts. Read more: https://www.who.int/newzealand/news/feature-stories/item/vanuatu-responds-to-multiple-health-challenges-following-7.3-magnitude-earthquake
  • WHO Regional Director’s first official visit to Morocco: 5-7 May 2025 (75)
    Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director visited the Higher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques in Tangier. Dr balkhy met met with the Director, professors and students and visited the health simulation center.  World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded her first official visit to Morocco, from 5 to 7 May 2025. The visit represents a major step in strengthening collaboration between WHO and the Government of Morocco. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-directors-first-official-visit-to-morocco.htmlDr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director visited the Higher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques in Tangier. Dr balkhy met met with the Director, professors and students and visited the health simulation center.  World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded her first official visit to Morocco, from 5 to 7 May 2025. The visit represents a major step in strengthening collaboration between WHO and the Government of Morocco. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-directors-first-official-visit-to-morocco.htmlDr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director visited the Higher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques in Tangier. Dr balkhy met met with the Director, professors and students and visited the health simulation center.  World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded her first official visit to Morocco, from 5 to 7 May 2025. The visit represents a major step in strengthening collaboration between WHO and the Government of Morocco. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-directors-first-official-visit-to-morocco.html
  • Hunger in Northern and Southern Gaza - May 2025 (18)
    Hunger in Northern and Southern GazaHunger in Northern and Southern GazaHunger in Northern and Southern Gaza
  • WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj, Yemen - October 2024 (39)
    A nurse measures the middle upper arm circumference (MUAC) of Hussein, a 26-month-old child suffering from malnutrition, before referring him to the therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj Governorate. Yemen's ongoing conflict has led to widespread poverty and one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, with 2.3 million children suffering from acute malnutrition. The Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) funded a WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj Governorate. The center received essential supplies, including therapeutic milk F-75 and F-100, and Plumpy'Nut, to treat malnourished children. These efforts are vital in stabilizing children and addressing Yemen’s critical food insecurity and malnutrition challenges. A nurse measures the middle upper arm circumference (MUAC) of Hussein, a 26-month-old child suffering from malnutrition, before referring him to the therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj Governorate. Yemen's ongoing conflict has led to widespread poverty and one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, with 2.3 million children suffering from acute malnutrition. The Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) funded a WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj Governorate. The center received essential supplies, including therapeutic milk F-75 and F-100, and Plumpy'Nut, to treat malnourished children. These efforts are vital in stabilizing children and addressing Yemen’s critical food insecurity and malnutrition challenges. A nurse measures the middle upper arm circumference (MUAC) of Hussein, a 26-month-old child suffering from malnutrition, before referring him to the therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj Governorate. Yemen's ongoing conflict has led to widespread poverty and one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, with 2.3 million children suffering from acute malnutrition. The Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) funded a WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Ibn Khaldoon Hospital in Lahj Governorate. The center received essential supplies, including therapeutic milk F-75 and F-100, and Plumpy'Nut, to treat malnourished children. These efforts are vital in stabilizing children and addressing Yemen’s critical food insecurity and malnutrition challenges. 
  • Hand Hygiene Day EMRO - May 2025 (13)
    WHO staff at EMRO promoting hand hygiene practices.WHO staff at EMRO promoting hand hygiene practices.WHO staff at EMRO promoting hand hygiene practices.
  • Health services in WHO-supported primary healthcare centers (PHCs) in Syria – April 2025 (19)
    WHO team visit to the WHO-supported partner Al Bir NGO.WHO team visit to the WHO-supported partner Al Bir NGO.WHO team visit to the WHO-supported partner Al Bir NGO.
  • Situation of IDPs in Mawasi Camps, Gaza – May 2025 (16)
    Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah: The situation of displaced families in Al-Mawasi camps, and the increase of the insects and its impact on their health and daily lives.Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah: The situation of displaced families in Al-Mawasi camps, and the increase of the insects and its impact on their health and daily lives.Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah: The situation of displaced families in Al-Mawasi camps, and the increase of the insects and its impact on their health and daily lives.
  • Transfer materials from WHO Deir El Balah warehouse to WHO warehouse in Gaza city - 27 April 2025 (7)
    On 27 April 2025, WHO successfully completed the first delivery of supplies from the South to the North since the ceasefire broke. Materials, including portable toilets, tents, lighting kits, and medical supplies, were transferred from our Deir El Balah warehouse WHO Gaza City warehouse.On 27 April 2025, WHO successfully completed the first delivery of supplies from the South to the North since the ceasefire broke. Materials, including portable toilets, tents, lighting kits, and medical supplies, were transferred from our Deir El Balah warehouse WHO Gaza City warehouse.On 27 April 2025, WHO successfully completed the first delivery of supplies from the South to the North since the ceasefire broke. Materials, including portable toilets, tents, lighting kits, and medical supplies, were transferred from our Deir El Balah warehouse WHO Gaza City warehouse.
  • WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden - October 2024 (30)
    The nurse measures the middle upper arm circumference (MUAC) of Saeeda Mohammed, a 9-month-old child sufferingfrom severe malnutrition, as part of the procedures for diagnosing malnutrition at the therapeutic feeding center of Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden Governorate. Yemen's ongoing conflict has resulted in widespread poverty and one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, with 2.3 million children suffering from acute malnutrition. In response, the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) funded a WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden Governorate. The center received essential supplies, including therapeutic milk F-75 and F-100, to treat malnourished children. These efforts are crucial in stabilizing children and addressing the severe food insecurity and malnutrition challenges in Yemen.The nurse measures the middle upper arm circumference (MUAC) of Saeeda Mohammed, a 9-month-old child sufferingfrom severe malnutrition, as part of the procedures for diagnosing malnutrition at the therapeutic feeding center of Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden Governorate. Yemen's ongoing conflict has resulted in widespread poverty and one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, with 2.3 million children suffering from acute malnutrition. In response, the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) funded a WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden Governorate. The center received essential supplies, including therapeutic milk F-75 and F-100, to treat malnourished children. These efforts are crucial in stabilizing children and addressing the severe food insecurity and malnutrition challenges in Yemen.The nurse measures the middle upper arm circumference (MUAC) of Saeeda Mohammed, a 9-month-old child sufferingfrom severe malnutrition, as part of the procedures for diagnosing malnutrition at the therapeutic feeding center of Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden Governorate. Yemen's ongoing conflict has resulted in widespread poverty and one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, with 2.3 million children suffering from acute malnutrition. In response, the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) funded a WHO-supported therapeutic feeding center at Al-Saddaqa Hospital in Aden Governorate. The center received essential supplies, including therapeutic milk F-75 and F-100, to treat malnourished children. These efforts are crucial in stabilizing children and addressing the severe food insecurity and malnutrition challenges in Yemen.
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    Boy receives MMR vaccine.  Taken in Dushanbe City. The MMR campaign in Tajikistan was carried out in response to an outbreak of measles in the country. Target population: 6 months to 15 years of age.  Please do not use these images out of its context.Boy receives MMR vaccine.  Taken in Dushanbe City. The MMR campaign in Tajikistan was carried out in response to an outbreak of measles in the country. Target population: 6 months to 15 years of age.  Please do not use these images out of its context.Boy receives MMR vaccine.  Taken in Dushanbe City. The MMR campaign in Tajikistan was carried out in response to an outbreak of measles in the country. Target population: 6 months to 15 years of age.  Please do not use these images out of its context.
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    The summer of 2024 was the hottest summer in Romania on record, in the reference interval 1901-2024, according to the National Meteorological Administration.  Residents seek relief from scorching temperatures, cooling off by city fountains and staying hydrated amidst the summer heat.  The WHO European Region is the fastest-warming of the 6 WHO regions, with temperatures rising at around twice the global average rate. Across the Region, in its 53 Member States, people are paying the ultimate price. The 3 warmest years on record for the Region have all occurred since 2020, and the 10 warmest years have been since 2007.  The average global temperature has been 1.5°C above the pre-industrial era for 12 successive months, according to new data issued by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. Heat stress, when the body cannot cool itself, is the leading cause of weather-related death in the WHO European Region. Heat can trigger exhaustion or heat stroke and exacerbate existing conditions such as cardiovascular, respiratory and kidney diseases, as well as mental health problems. WHO/Europe’s annual #KeepCool in the heat campaign has 3 simple messages on how to protect yourself and loved ones during a heatwave: Keep out of the heat, keep your home cool, keep your body cool and hydrated.The summer of 2024 was the hottest summer in Romania on record, in the reference interval 1901-2024, according to the National Meteorological Administration.  Residents seek relief from scorching temperatures, cooling off by city fountains and staying hydrated amidst the summer heat.  The WHO European Region is the fastest-warming of the 6 WHO regions, with temperatures rising at around twice the global average rate. Across the Region, in its 53 Member States, people are paying the ultimate price. The 3 warmest years on record for the Region have all occurred since 2020, and the 10 warmest years have been since 2007.  The average global temperature has been 1.5°C above the pre-industrial era for 12 successive months, according to new data issued by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. Heat stress, when the body cannot cool itself, is the leading cause of weather-related death in the WHO European Region. Heat can trigger exhaustion or heat stroke and exacerbate existing conditions such as cardiovascular, respiratory and kidney diseases, as well as mental health problems. WHO/Europe’s annual #KeepCool in the heat campaign has 3 simple messages on how to protect yourself and loved ones during a heatwave: Keep out of the heat, keep your home cool, keep your body cool and hydrated.The summer of 2024 was the hottest summer in Romania on record, in the reference interval 1901-2024, according to the National Meteorological Administration.  Residents seek relief from scorching temperatures, cooling off by city fountains and staying hydrated amidst the summer heat.  The WHO European Region is the fastest-warming of the 6 WHO regions, with temperatures rising at around twice the global average rate. Across the Region, in its 53 Member States, people are paying the ultimate price. The 3 warmest years on record for the Region have all occurred since 2020, and the 10 warmest years have been since 2007.  The average global temperature has been 1.5°C above the pre-industrial era for 12 successive months, according to new data issued by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. Heat stress, when the body cannot cool itself, is the leading cause of weather-related death in the WHO European Region. Heat can trigger exhaustion or heat stroke and exacerbate existing conditions such as cardiovascular, respiratory and kidney diseases, as well as mental health problems. WHO/Europe’s annual #KeepCool in the heat campaign has 3 simple messages on how to protect yourself and loved ones during a heatwave: Keep out of the heat, keep your home cool, keep your body cool and hydrated.
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    In a catastrophic fire that broke out on 8 September 2020, the Moria reception and identification centre for asylum seekers and refugees on Lesvos, Greece, was burned to the ground. WHO helped the EMT with customs clearance for the shipments of medical supplies and equipment, as well as their transportation and storage.

WHO helped the EMT with customs clearance for the shipments of medical supplies and equipment, as well as their transportation and storage.

L’OMS a aidé l’équipe médicale d’urgence à effectuer le dédouanement des livraisons de fournitures et d’équipements médicaux, ainsi que leur transport et leur stockage.

Die WHO unterstützte das Notfallteam bei der Zollabfertigung ihrer Hilfsgüter in Form von medizinischen Versorgungsgütern und Ausrüstung, sowie deren Transport und Lagerung.

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WHO helped the EMT with customs clearance for the shipments of medical supplies and equipment, as well as their transportation and storage.

L’OMS a aidé l’équipe médicale d’urgence à effectuer le dédouanement des livraisons de fournitures et d’équipements médicaux, ainsi que leur transport et leur stockage.

Die WHO unterstützte das Notfallteam bei der Zollabfertigung ihrer Hilfsgüter in Form von medizinischen Versorgungsgütern und Ausrüstung, sowie deren Transport und Lagerung.

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WHO helped the EMT with customs clearance for the shipments of medical supplies and equipment, as well as their transportation and storage.

L’OMS a aidé l’équipe médicale d’urgence à effectuer le dédouanement des livraisons de fournitures et d’équipements médicaux, ainsi que leur transport et leur stockage.

Die WHO unterstützte das Notfallteam bei der Zollabfertigung ihrer Hilfsgüter in Form von medizinischen Versorgungsgütern und Ausrüstung, sowie deren Transport und Lagerung.

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  • RC74 (46)
    The 74 th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe opened in Copenhagen, Denmark.  Pictured here: WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Kluge with Ms Zhyparisa Rysbekova, from the Administration of President of kyrgyz Republic Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.The 74 th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe opened in Copenhagen, Denmark.  Pictured here: WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Kluge with Ms Zhyparisa Rysbekova, from the Administration of President of kyrgyz Republic Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.The 74 th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe opened in Copenhagen, Denmark.  Pictured here: WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Kluge with Ms Zhyparisa Rysbekova, from the Administration of President of kyrgyz Republic Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.
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    WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge visited Turkey this week, holding meetings with officials, health workers, United Nations partners and WHO staff. This included a visit to United Nations Cross-Border operations at Bab al-Salam, where a joint press conference was held.WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge visited Turkey this week, holding meetings with officials, health workers, United Nations partners and WHO staff. This included a visit to United Nations Cross-Border operations at Bab al-Salam, where a joint press conference was held.WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge visited Turkey this week, holding meetings with officials, health workers, United Nations partners and WHO staff. This included a visit to United Nations Cross-Border operations at Bab al-Salam, where a joint press conference was held.
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    WHO Regional Director for Europe, Dr Hans Kluge’s official portrait. 16:9WHO Regional Director for Europe, Dr Hans Kluge’s official portrait. 16:9WHO Regional Director for Europe, Dr Hans Kluge’s official portrait. 16:9
  • Achieving a TB-free Central Asia: from vision to reality (128)
    WHO Regional Director for Europe, together with Health ministers and high-level officials from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan gathered in Astana to launch the TB-Free Central Asia Initiative (CAI) — to accelerate the elimination of tuberculosis (TB), including drug-resistant TB (DR-TB), across the subregion by 2030. They also sign a joint declaration pledging to strengthen collaboration and drive forward TB elimination efforts in close collaboration with WHO, the Stop TB Partnership, the Global Fund, civil society and other partners. https://Achieving a TB-free Central Asia: from vision to realityWHO Regional Director for Europe, together with Health ministers and high-level officials from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan gathered in Astana to launch the TB-Free Central Asia Initiative (CAI) — to accelerate the elimination of tuberculosis (TB), including drug-resistant TB (DR-TB), across the subregion by 2030. They also sign a joint declaration pledging to strengthen collaboration and drive forward TB elimination efforts in close collaboration with WHO, the Stop TB Partnership, the Global Fund, civil society and other partners. https://Achieving a TB-free Central Asia: from vision to realityWHO Regional Director for Europe, together with Health ministers and high-level officials from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan gathered in Astana to launch the TB-Free Central Asia Initiative (CAI) — to accelerate the elimination of tuberculosis (TB), including drug-resistant TB (DR-TB), across the subregion by 2030. They also sign a joint declaration pledging to strengthen collaboration and drive forward TB elimination efforts in close collaboration with WHO, the Stop TB Partnership, the Global Fund, civil society and other partners. https://Achieving a TB-free Central Asia: from vision to reality
  • WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy's visit to Tunisia: 13-16 April 2025 (78)
    WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy meets with Mr Mohamed Ali Nafti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad.  Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean has concluded a successful 3-day visit to Tunisia between 13–16 April 2025 reaffirming the Organization’s strong partnership with the country in advancing health system resilience and equity. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-director-concludes-a-successful-visit-to-tunisia.html - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.  WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy meets with Mr Mohamed Ali Nafti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad.  Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean has concluded a successful 3-day visit to Tunisia between 13–16 April 2025 reaffirming the Organization’s strong partnership with the country in advancing health system resilience and equity. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-director-concludes-a-successful-visit-to-tunisia.html - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.  WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy meets with Mr Mohamed Ali Nafti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad.  Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean has concluded a successful 3-day visit to Tunisia between 13–16 April 2025 reaffirming the Organization’s strong partnership with the country in advancing health system resilience and equity. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-director-concludes-a-successful-visit-to-tunisia.html - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.  
  • Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) 25th anniversary (8)
    On 18 February 2021 WHO Emergency Programme logistics experts Christophe Pontlevoy (left) and Gerald Schwinte (right) and Geneva University Hospital pharmacist Alexandra (centre) prepare the initial doses of Ebola vaccines for shipment to Guinea as part of the response to an Ebola outbreak in the country. The VSV-EBOV vaccine has to be stored at -60 to -80 degrees Celsius during transport and storage. The Ebola outbreak in Guinea was declared on 14 February 2021. The Ministry of Health of Guinea, WHO and Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) partners have initiated measures to control the outbreak and prevent further spread.On 18 February 2021 WHO Emergency Programme logistics experts Christophe Pontlevoy (left) and Gerald Schwinte (right) and Geneva University Hospital pharmacist Alexandra (centre) prepare the initial doses of Ebola vaccines for shipment to Guinea as part of the response to an Ebola outbreak in the country. The VSV-EBOV vaccine has to be stored at -60 to -80 degrees Celsius during transport and storage. The Ebola outbreak in Guinea was declared on 14 February 2021. The Ministry of Health of Guinea, WHO and Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) partners have initiated measures to control the outbreak and prevent further spread.On 18 February 2021 WHO Emergency Programme logistics experts Christophe Pontlevoy (left) and Gerald Schwinte (right) and Geneva University Hospital pharmacist Alexandra (centre) prepare the initial doses of Ebola vaccines for shipment to Guinea as part of the response to an Ebola outbreak in the country. The VSV-EBOV vaccine has to be stored at -60 to -80 degrees Celsius during transport and storage. The Ebola outbreak in Guinea was declared on 14 February 2021. The Ministry of Health of Guinea, WHO and Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) partners have initiated measures to control the outbreak and prevent further spread.
  • WHO supports the medical evacuation of patients outside Gaza via Egypt (26)
    Under the leadership of the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population and the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the World Health Organization facilitated the medical evacuation of 10 patients, along with 17 companions, from Gaza to Greece - via Egypt - for specialized treatment. The operation was coordinated with the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism. WHO estimates that 12,000 – 14,000 people, including 4,500 children, still require medical evacuation.Under the leadership of the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population and the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the World Health Organization facilitated the medical evacuation of 10 patients, along with 17 companions, from Gaza to Greece - via Egypt - for specialized treatment. The operation was coordinated with the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism. WHO estimates that 12,000 – 14,000 people, including 4,500 children, still require medical evacuation.Under the leadership of the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population and the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the World Health Organization facilitated the medical evacuation of 10 patients, along with 17 companions, from Gaza to Greece - via Egypt - for specialized treatment. The operation was coordinated with the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism. WHO estimates that 12,000 – 14,000 people, including 4,500 children, still require medical evacuation.
  • The Big Catch-up in Somalia - November 2024 (32)
    The Ministry of Health Somalia in collaboration with WHO Somalia, GAVI, UNICEF Somalia, and other health partners, launched the second round of the "Big Catch-up" initiative in Somalia. This aims to close the gap and address the missed routine vaccinations among children under five years, mainly focusing on zero-dose children—those who have never received any vaccines. https://www.emro.who.int/somalia/news/laylas-journey-to-vaccinate-her-son-during-the-big-catch-up-in-somalia.htmlThe Ministry of Health Somalia in collaboration with WHO Somalia, GAVI, UNICEF Somalia, and other health partners, launched the second round of the "Big Catch-up" initiative in Somalia. This aims to close the gap and address the missed routine vaccinations among children under five years, mainly focusing on zero-dose children—those who have never received any vaccines. https://www.emro.who.int/somalia/news/laylas-journey-to-vaccinate-her-son-during-the-big-catch-up-in-somalia.htmlThe Ministry of Health Somalia in collaboration with WHO Somalia, GAVI, UNICEF Somalia, and other health partners, launched the second round of the "Big Catch-up" initiative in Somalia. This aims to close the gap and address the missed routine vaccinations among children under five years, mainly focusing on zero-dose children—those who have never received any vaccines. https://www.emro.who.int/somalia/news/laylas-journey-to-vaccinate-her-son-during-the-big-catch-up-in-somalia.html
  • Myanmar Earthquake Response 2025 (20)
    Two powerful earthquakes have devastated central Myanmar, disrupting health services & putting thousands at risk of life-threatening injuries and disease outbreaks. WHO is responding at its highest level of emergency activation by deploying tonnes of emergency medical supplies to provide life-saving trauma care, prevent disease outbreaks & restore essential health services in Myanmar. One of the many buildings damaged in Mandalay due to the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar on 28 March 2025.Two powerful earthquakes have devastated central Myanmar, disrupting health services & putting thousands at risk of life-threatening injuries and disease outbreaks. WHO is responding at its highest level of emergency activation by deploying tonnes of emergency medical supplies to provide life-saving trauma care, prevent disease outbreaks & restore essential health services in Myanmar. One of the many buildings damaged in Mandalay due to the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar on 28 March 2025.Two powerful earthquakes have devastated central Myanmar, disrupting health services & putting thousands at risk of life-threatening injuries and disease outbreaks. WHO is responding at its highest level of emergency activation by deploying tonnes of emergency medical supplies to provide life-saving trauma care, prevent disease outbreaks & restore essential health services in Myanmar. One of the many buildings damaged in Mandalay due to the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar on 28 March 2025.
  • WHO Regional Director, Dr Hanan Balkhy's visit to Oman - 9 April 2025 (21)
    pictured here: Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director and  H.E. Dr Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, Minister of Health. Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded a 1-day visit to Oman on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, to reinforce collaboration to advance Health for All in Oman and the Region. The highlight of the visit was the launch of Oman’s National Health Policy (NHP), an updated framework aligned with Oman’s Vision 2040 that prioritizes sustainability, governance and cross-sector partnerships. Designed to be adaptable to emerging global health developments, the policy lays the foundation for a more efficient, equitable and resilient health system. The launch ceremony, held under the patronage of H.E. Sayyid Dr Sultan bin Ya'arub Al Busaidi, Advisor in the Private Office, was attended by Minister of Health Dr Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, Dr Balkhy, high-ranking officials and representatives from Oman’s health sector and international organizations. Dr Balkhy emphasized how Oman’s NHP aligns with WHO’s Fourteenth General Programme 2025–2028, the Regional Strategic Operational Plan 2025–2028 and WHO’s regional flagship initiatives on access to medicines, health workforce development and substance use control. Dr Balkhy also used the occasion to reiterate that health and well-being are shared societal responsibilities. Following the launch, the Minister of Health met with Dr Balkhy to discuss strengthening collaboration with WHO under the country cooperation strategy to meet shared health and development goals. Later, Undersecretary for Health Planning and Health Organization Dr Ahmed Salem Al-Mandhari welcomed Dr Balkhy and the WHO Oman team. Their discussions centred on the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach which is grounded in the principle of ‘Health for All, by All’ and highlights the collective, multisectoral provision of health services. Key strategic priorities discussed during Dr Balkhy’s visit included HiAP, health system resilience, antimicrobial resistance control and multisectoral collaboration.pictured here: Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director and  H.E. Dr Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, Minister of Health. Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded a 1-day visit to Oman on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, to reinforce collaboration to advance Health for All in Oman and the Region. The highlight of the visit was the launch of Oman’s National Health Policy (NHP), an updated framework aligned with Oman’s Vision 2040 that prioritizes sustainability, governance and cross-sector partnerships. Designed to be adaptable to emerging global health developments, the policy lays the foundation for a more efficient, equitable and resilient health system. The launch ceremony, held under the patronage of H.E. Sayyid Dr Sultan bin Ya'arub Al Busaidi, Advisor in the Private Office, was attended by Minister of Health Dr Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, Dr Balkhy, high-ranking officials and representatives from Oman’s health sector and international organizations. Dr Balkhy emphasized how Oman’s NHP aligns with WHO’s Fourteenth General Programme 2025–2028, the Regional Strategic Operational Plan 2025–2028 and WHO’s regional flagship initiatives on access to medicines, health workforce development and substance use control. Dr Balkhy also used the occasion to reiterate that health and well-being are shared societal responsibilities. Following the launch, the Minister of Health met with Dr Balkhy to discuss strengthening collaboration with WHO under the country cooperation strategy to meet shared health and development goals. Later, Undersecretary for Health Planning and Health Organization Dr Ahmed Salem Al-Mandhari welcomed Dr Balkhy and the WHO Oman team. Their discussions centred on the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach which is grounded in the principle of ‘Health for All, by All’ and highlights the collective, multisectoral provision of health services. Key strategic priorities discussed during Dr Balkhy’s visit included HiAP, health system resilience, antimicrobial resistance control and multisectoral collaboration.pictured here: Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director and  H.E. Dr Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, Minister of Health. Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded a 1-day visit to Oman on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, to reinforce collaboration to advance Health for All in Oman and the Region. The highlight of the visit was the launch of Oman’s National Health Policy (NHP), an updated framework aligned with Oman’s Vision 2040 that prioritizes sustainability, governance and cross-sector partnerships. Designed to be adaptable to emerging global health developments, the policy lays the foundation for a more efficient, equitable and resilient health system. The launch ceremony, held under the patronage of H.E. Sayyid Dr Sultan bin Ya'arub Al Busaidi, Advisor in the Private Office, was attended by Minister of Health Dr Hilal Ali Al-Sabti, Dr Balkhy, high-ranking officials and representatives from Oman’s health sector and international organizations. Dr Balkhy emphasized how Oman’s NHP aligns with WHO’s Fourteenth General Programme 2025–2028, the Regional Strategic Operational Plan 2025–2028 and WHO’s regional flagship initiatives on access to medicines, health workforce development and substance use control. Dr Balkhy also used the occasion to reiterate that health and well-being are shared societal responsibilities. Following the launch, the Minister of Health met with Dr Balkhy to discuss strengthening collaboration with WHO under the country cooperation strategy to meet shared health and development goals. Later, Undersecretary for Health Planning and Health Organization Dr Ahmed Salem Al-Mandhari welcomed Dr Balkhy and the WHO Oman team. Their discussions centred on the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach which is grounded in the principle of ‘Health for All, by All’ and highlights the collective, multisectoral provision of health services. Key strategic priorities discussed during Dr Balkhy’s visit included HiAP, health system resilience, antimicrobial resistance control and multisectoral collaboration.
  • Medical evacuation of patients from European hospital to outside Gaza - 9 April 2025 (12)
    Patient departures from EGH through KS to the following countries: Norway, Malta, Luxembourg, Turkey, and Russia.Patient departures from EGH through KS to the following countries: Norway, Malta, Luxembourg, Turkey, and Russia.Patient departures from EGH through KS to the following countries: Norway, Malta, Luxembourg, Turkey, and Russia.
  • WHO continues to help prepare staff and health facilities in Lebanon - November 2024 (20)
    When hospitals receive mass casualties – every second matters. That is why WHO Lebanon continues to help prepare staff and facilities in Lebanon, a country at war, for such events. Today Hayek Hospital and Bellevue Hospital carried out extensive drills. When hospitals receive mass casualties – every second matters. That is why WHO Lebanon continues to help prepare staff and facilities in Lebanon, a country at war, for such events. Today Hayek Hospital and Bellevue Hospital carried out extensive drills. When hospitals receive mass casualties – every second matters. That is why WHO Lebanon continues to help prepare staff and facilities in Lebanon, a country at war, for such events. Today Hayek Hospital and Bellevue Hospital carried out extensive drills. 
  • WHO - Health sector visit to PHCCs in Beqaa - Lebanon - 12 March 2025 (7)
    WHO - Health sector visit to Nafela and Taalabaya PHCCs in Beqaa - Lebanon. pictured here: Dr Abdinasir Abubakar, WHO representative in Lebanon.WHO - Health sector visit to Nafela and Taalabaya PHCCs in Beqaa - Lebanon. pictured here: Dr Abdinasir Abubakar, WHO representative in Lebanon.WHO - Health sector visit to Nafela and Taalabaya PHCCs in Beqaa - Lebanon. pictured here: Dr Abdinasir Abubakar, WHO representative in Lebanon.
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    Media package - Trends in Maternal Mortality: 2000 to 2023 (18)
    Dilnoza and her baby Yusufjon stand for a photo after a family nurse visited them at home for a checkup in Rudaki District, Tajikistan, on 28 September 2023. Tajikistan’s experience shows how long-term investments in primary health care and stronger health workforce pay dividends in healthier populations and lives saved.  Related video: https://youtu.be/iENYZ2gMW5Q?si=q7VPsLnVulT7jszqDilnoza and her baby Yusufjon stand for a photo after a family nurse visited them at home for a checkup in Rudaki District, Tajikistan, on 28 September 2023. Tajikistan’s experience shows how long-term investments in primary health care and stronger health workforce pay dividends in healthier populations and lives saved.  Related video: https://youtu.be/iENYZ2gMW5Q?si=q7VPsLnVulT7jszqDilnoza and her baby Yusufjon stand for a photo after a family nurse visited them at home for a checkup in Rudaki District, Tajikistan, on 28 September 2023. Tajikistan’s experience shows how long-term investments in primary health care and stronger health workforce pay dividends in healthier populations and lives saved.  Related video: https://youtu.be/iENYZ2gMW5Q?si=q7VPsLnVulT7jszq
  • Meetings of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB), 2022-2025 (127)
    Steven Solomon, WHO Principal Legal Officer (left) and Dr Michael Ryan, Executive Director, WHO Health Emergencies Programme (centre) celebrate at the end of the closing session of the INB in the early morning on 16 April 2025. Following 13 formal rounds of meetings, nine of which were extended, and many informal and intersessional negotiations on various aspects of the draft agreement, the INB finalized a proposal for the WHO Pandemic Agreement on 16 April 2025. The outcome of the INB’s work will now be presented to the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly for its consideration. Press release: https://www.who.int/news/item/16-04-2025-who-member-states-conclude-negotiations-and-make-significant-progress-on-draft-pandemic-agreementSteven Solomon, WHO Principal Legal Officer (left) and Dr Michael Ryan, Executive Director, WHO Health Emergencies Programme (centre) celebrate at the end of the closing session of the INB in the early morning on 16 April 2025. Following 13 formal rounds of meetings, nine of which were extended, and many informal and intersessional negotiations on various aspects of the draft agreement, the INB finalized a proposal for the WHO Pandemic Agreement on 16 April 2025. The outcome of the INB’s work will now be presented to the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly for its consideration. Press release: https://www.who.int/news/item/16-04-2025-who-member-states-conclude-negotiations-and-make-significant-progress-on-draft-pandemic-agreementSteven Solomon, WHO Principal Legal Officer (left) and Dr Michael Ryan, Executive Director, WHO Health Emergencies Programme (centre) celebrate at the end of the closing session of the INB in the early morning on 16 April 2025. Following 13 formal rounds of meetings, nine of which were extended, and many informal and intersessional negotiations on various aspects of the draft agreement, the INB finalized a proposal for the WHO Pandemic Agreement on 16 April 2025. The outcome of the INB’s work will now be presented to the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly for its consideration. Press release: https://www.who.int/news/item/16-04-2025-who-member-states-conclude-negotiations-and-make-significant-progress-on-draft-pandemic-agreement
  • Speaker Series N°9 - The Role of Research in Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, 28 November 2024 (73)
    Speaker Series N°9, co-hosted with the https://globalhealth.charite.de/en/ , focused on the crucial role of high-quality research in strengthening pandemic and epidemic intelligence and guiding evidence-based public health decisions.  The session highlighted findings from the recently published https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240094529 , an initiative led by the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, in collaboration with Charité, GloPID-R, the WHO Science Division, and the Wellcome Trust. This global effort brought together researchers, public health experts, and decision-makers to identify and prioritize 23 key research areas crucial for effective public health surveillance. More event info:  https://pandemichub.who.int/news-room/events/item/2024/11/28/default-calendar/the-role-of-research-in-pandemic-and-epidemic-intelligence   Professor Beate Kampmann, Co-Director of the Charité Center for Global Health, Moderator Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.Speaker Series N°9, co-hosted with the https://globalhealth.charite.de/en/ , focused on the crucial role of high-quality research in strengthening pandemic and epidemic intelligence and guiding evidence-based public health decisions.  The session highlighted findings from the recently published https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240094529 , an initiative led by the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, in collaboration with Charité, GloPID-R, the WHO Science Division, and the Wellcome Trust. This global effort brought together researchers, public health experts, and decision-makers to identify and prioritize 23 key research areas crucial for effective public health surveillance. More event info:  https://pandemichub.who.int/news-room/events/item/2024/11/28/default-calendar/the-role-of-research-in-pandemic-and-epidemic-intelligence   Professor Beate Kampmann, Co-Director of the Charité Center for Global Health, Moderator Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.Speaker Series N°9, co-hosted with the https://globalhealth.charite.de/en/ , focused on the crucial role of high-quality research in strengthening pandemic and epidemic intelligence and guiding evidence-based public health decisions.  The session highlighted findings from the recently published https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240094529 , an initiative led by the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, in collaboration with Charité, GloPID-R, the WHO Science Division, and the Wellcome Trust. This global effort brought together researchers, public health experts, and decision-makers to identify and prioritize 23 key research areas crucial for effective public health surveillance. More event info:  https://pandemichub.who.int/news-room/events/item/2024/11/28/default-calendar/the-role-of-research-in-pandemic-and-epidemic-intelligence   Professor Beate Kampmann, Co-Director of the Charité Center for Global Health, Moderator Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.

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