Washington, D.C., November 5, 2024 (PAHO) — In an effort to strengthen ethics in health research, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is supporting more than ten countries in Latin America and the Caribbean in developing laws, regulations and policies to promote a robust ethical framework for research. This effort not only seeks to align…
Washington, D.C., November 1, 2024 (PAHO) – Starting in the first quarter of 2025, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), through its Regional Revolving Funds, will provide countries of the Americas with affordable access to the vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of pediatric hospitalization and death from…
New global report shows that while cases continue to rise in the Americas, improvements in diagnosis and treatment are helping to reduce deaths1 November 2024 – The World Health Organization (WHO) published a new report on tuberculosis (TB) revealing that globally, approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023 - the…
Rio de Janeiro, 1 November 2024 (PAHO/WHO) – The Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, this week participated in the G20 Health Working Group Ministerial Meeting to share evidence and recommendations on how to build sustainable and resilient health systems that ensure equitable access for all.During the…
Washington, DC, October 31, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an epidemiological alert due to the recent identification of clusters and cases of measles in the Americas, urging countries to intensify their vaccination and surveillance efforts.In the alert published on Monday, PAHO reported that, in 2024 up to…
Washington, DC, October 29, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) joins in the observance of the International Day of Care and Support today, to highlight the vital role of care at all stages of life. PAHO urges the implementation of policies that not only support dependent people but also strengthen the care workforce.As…
PAHO to support countries in the implementation of critical resources to fund disease surveillance, early warning systems and other key projects in ten countries of the RegionWashington D.C. 23 October 2024 (PAHO) - As part of its second round of funding, released on 18 October 2024, the Pandemic Fund (PF) has approved five new projects for Latin…
Washington, D.C., October 24, 2024 (PAHO)– The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today convened the Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas (EHA), bringing together leaders from the health and finance sectors to address the challenges faced by countries in the post-pandemic era. “The recent COVID-19 pandemic has shown us how…
Washington, D.C., October 23, 2024 (PAHO) – On World Polio Day (October 24), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the certification of the eradication of wild poliovirus transmission in the Region of the Americas.In 1975, the region reported nearly 6,000 cases of polio. However, thanks to child…