Tag: PAHO
Americas Health Leadership: PAHO Executive Committee Endorses Plan to Strengthen Regional Health Systems
The Pan American Health Organization Executive Committee endorsed a comprehensive strategic framework on 18 June 2026 to strengthen health systems…
Pan-American Health Chief Warns of Financing Crisis as Region Confronts Multiple Health Crises
The Pan American Health Organization convened its 178th Executive Committee session on 15 June 2026, prioritising healthcare financing constraints and…
Diphtheria Cases Rise Across Americas: PAHO Calls for Urgent Vaccination Push
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an urgent call for countries across the Americas to strengthen vaccination campaigns,…
PAHO Releases New Toolkit to Help Health Systems Respond to Violence Against Children
The Pan American Health Organization released a comprehensive toolkit in June 2026 to strengthen health systems' capacity to identify and…
Americas Need Higher Health Taxes on Alcohol and Sugary Drinks, PAHO Says
Pan American Health Organization calls for higher taxes on alcohol and sugary beverages across the Americas, citing insufficient current rates…
Blood donation rates plummet in the Americas, PAHO warns of critical shortage
PAHO warns of critical blood shortages across the Americas, calling for urgent action to strengthen voluntary donation systems. Many countries…
PAHO Urges Hurricane Preparedness Despite Below-Normal 2026 Season Forecast
PAHO urges continued hurricane preparedness across the Americas despite below-normal 2026 season forecasts. The organization emphasizes that health system resilience…
PAHO Urges Enhanced Measles Surveillance Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
PAHO issues urgent recommendations for enhanced measles surveillance and vaccination as countries prepare for 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mass gatherings…