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Washington, DC, August 7, 2015 (PAHO/WHO) - Ensuring access to health services and the wellbeing of indigenous populations are tasks that still represent a challenge for the countries of the Americas, as these populations are most affected by inequities in access to health services. The Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization…
World on the verge of an effective Ebola vaccineWorld on the verge of an effective Ebola vaccineResults from an interim analysis of the Guinea Phase III efficacy vaccine trial…
Experts seek answers to increasing rates of HPV-related oral cancer oral-health Rates of oral cancer caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) have more than tripled in the United…
The percentage of men who engage in heavy episodic drinking—the most harmful form of drinking—nearly doubled over five years, and the rate among women nearly tripled, according to a new PAHO/WHO report. Washington, DC, 20 July 2015 (PAHO/WHO) — The first Regional Status Report on Alcohol and Health in the Americas was released today by the Pan…
PAHO/WHO Director Encourages Strong Action To Advance Health For AllDirector Graycliff Visit - 150dpiDr. Carissa F. Etienne, Director of the…
PAHO/WHO Director First Official Visit To The BahamasDirector Visit - Arrival Phot 150x90 Dr. Carissa F. Etienne, Director of the Pan…
Global health workforce, finances remain low for mental healthmental-health-atlas Worldwide, nearly 1 in 10 people have a mental health disorder, but only 1% of the…