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Evaluation of the Pan American Health Organization Response to COVID-19 2020–2022
The report on the evaluation of PAHO’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Region of the Americas reflects the findings that covered the period from January 2020 to August 2022. It provides information on PAHO’s support to its Member States in accordance with the World Health Organization, and COVID-19 Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan. The data collected during the evaluation was consolidated and analyzed at strategic, organizational, and operational levels.
A New Agenda for Mental Health in the Americas: Report of the Pan American Health Organization High-Level Commission on Mental Health and COVID-19
This landmark report is the result of the PAHO High-Level Commission on Mental Health and COVID-19. It provides an analysis of the mental health situation in the Region, followed by a series of recommendations and corresponding actions to support countries in the Americas to prioritize and advance mental health using human rights- and equity-based approaches.
Pan American Health Organization Response to COVID-19 2022. Summary Report on US Government Funding Allocated under the American Rescue Plan Act
In response to the PAHO's Regional COVID-19 Response Strategy and Donor Appeal, the U.S. Government, through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), provided US$ 75 million to help countries in Latin America and the Caribbean continue to scale up their responses to the pandemic and its wide ranging impacts. This summary report of the 2022 COVID-19 response documents the activities and key results this generous contribution has funded.
HEARTS in the Americas. Quality Improvement for Primary Health Care Centers
This document summarizes the fundamental elements for optimizing quality in primary health care centers, and seeks to motivate and support primary care teams in their continuous efforts to raise standards.
Q&A on artificial intelligence for supporting public health
This policy document provides key concepts, recommended lines of action, and indicators for monitoring, with the aim of advancing interoperability as one of the eight guiding principles for the digital transformation of the health sector, as promoted by the Pan American Health Organization.
Manual of procedures for leishmaniasis surveillance and control in the Region of the Americas
PAHO is pleased to present the second edition of the Manual of procedures for the surveillance and control of leishmaniasis in the Region of the Americas, a support instrument for management and service areas that work with leishmaniasis.
Criteria for Healthy Municipalities, Cities, and Communities in the Region of the Americas
These criteria are the result of collaborative and interdisciplinary work with the participation of various individuals and institutions in the Region of the Americas, including local governments.
Pediatric Oncology Nursing Practice in Latin America and the Caribbean
This publication seeks to identify, systematize, and consolidate available evidence on the scope of pediatric oncology nursing practice in Latin America and the Caribbean to define core competencies that can be incorporated into clinical practice, teaching, and research.
HEARTS in the Americas: Compendium of Essential Clinical Tools 2023
This compendium aims to group all these clinical tools in a single document under a simple format that facilitates their practical implementation in daily clinical practice.
Analyzing and Overcoming Access Barriers to Strengthen Primary Health Care
This report presents the results of the collaboration between PAHO and its Member States to analyze barriers to access primary health care and to formulate policy options aimed at reducing and progressively eliminating these barriers.
Guidelines for healthcare workers on the proper interpretation of vaccine vial monitors and their use
This guideline provides information on the different types of VVMs in current use and how to interpret them.