 High blood pressure is the leading risk factor for death worldwide. One
in three adults has hypertension, which increases the risk of heart
attacks, strokes and kidney failure. This is the theme of this year’s
World Health Day, which is celebrated every April 7. In observance of
World Health Day, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) convenes a
panel of experts to talk about this problem and its impact in the
Americas.
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World Salt Awareness Week: "Less salt, please!"
Everyone can play a role in reducing salt intake to improve health. The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) is joining the call for “Less salt, please!” during this year’s World Salt Awareness Week. The March 11–17 campaign urges everyone to help reduce dietary salt, with a focus this year on chefs, caterers, and others who prepare food for consumption outside the home.
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New PAHO Director will promote universal health coverage, make “health a driving force for change”
Dr. Carissa F. Etienne took office today as the new Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), pledging to work in close partnership with PAHO member countries to extend the benefits of health progress to all people in the Americas. Dr. Etienne’s highest priority will be accelerating progress toward universal access to quality health care. "Of the many opportunities and challenges this Organization and our Member States face, one goal stands atop all the others. It is providing universal access to health care across the Americas,” she said. “No other single achievement would contribute more to ensuring a long, dignified and productive life.”
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