Caracas, Venezuela/Washington, D.C., 25 June 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has activated its emergency response mechanisms to support the health response in Venezuela following two consecutive earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude that struck the country on June 24.According to preliminary official reports, at least…
PAHO has launched initiatives in Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti and Honduras with support from the Regional Humanitarian Fund for Latin America and the Caribbean.Washington, D.C., June 25, 2026 (PAHO)—The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has launched projects to expand access to essential health services for populations affected by…
Washington, D.C., 23 June 2026 (PAHO) – Despite strong scientific consensus on the safety and effectiveness of vaccines, misinformation continues to undermine confidence in immunization and remains a challenge for health in the Americas. To address this, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has published guidance for journalists and content…
Bridgetown, Barbados, 22 June 2026 (PAHO/WHO) – The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory in Barbados has been designated a Collaborating Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Surveillance by the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), a move that strengthens regional capacity in the Caribbean to detect,…
Washington, D.C., 18 June 2026 (PAHO) – The 178th Session of the Executive Committee of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) concluded today after four days of discussions on the Region's most pressing public health priorities, with Member States approving a series of strategies, plans of action and resolutions that will help…
The initiative has a particular focus on preventing sexual violence, which affects 1 in 6 girls under the age of 18Washington, D.C., 16 June 2026 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has launched the ANIMA-AA Kit, a new practical tool designed to support health care workers in identifying, responding to, and supporting children and…
Washington, D.C., 15 June 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is calling on countries in the Americas to strengthen routine immunization programs and close vaccination gaps following an increase in diphtheria cases reported in the Region.According to a new Epidemiological Alert issued by PAHO, 163 confirmed cases of…
Washington, D.C., 15 June 2026 (PAHO) — The Executive Committee of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today opened its 178th session, where Member States will address the Region’s main health priorities in a context marked by financing challenges and the need to strengthen preparedness for health emergencies.Over four days, delegates will…
PAHO and partners strengthen surveillance of hantavirus and other hemorrhagic fevers in the Americas
Regional workshop in Panama enhances surveillance, diagnosis, and response capacities in 12 countriesPanama, June 12, 2026 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), together with regional and national institutions, concluded a workshop in Panama to strengthen surveillance, diagnosis, and response capacities for hantavirus and other…