International Health Days Events
International public health days offer great potential to raise awareness and understanding about health issues and mobilize support for action, from the local community to the international stage. There are many world days observed throughout the year related to specific health issues or conditions – from Alzheimer's to zoonoses; however, PAHO/WHO focuses particular attention on the days and weeks that PAHO/WHO Member States have mandated as "official" public health days for the region.
High out-of-pocket expenditures affect health and economic development
📅12 December 2025 - 🕙 9:00 – 10:00 AM (EST)
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October 31 marks World Cities Day, under the slogan “People-centered smart cities,” which seeks to show how data-driven decision-making, technology, and artificial intelligence can be used to improve urban life and recover from current crises. The celebration of this Day also aims to promote local initiatives.
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To prevent, control, and eliminate neglected tropical diseases, it is essential that health actions are integrated, sustainable, and designed with a people and community-centered focus, respecting diverse ways of life.
Universal Health Day 2024
Universal Health: Equitable access with financial protection
Thursday, 12 December
Expanding access to diagnostics and treatment for all
The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the Ministry of Health of Peru, through the General Directorate of Donations, Transplants and Blood Bank, invite you to attend the webinar "Experiences in Voluntary Donation Blood, and Organization of Blood Services in the Health System" for…
