WHO Director-General visits people still affected by the Pakistan earthquake
WHO/Torgrim Halvari
WHO Director-General Dr LEE Jong-wook recently visited Pakistan to assess the continuing health needs of people affected by the October earthquake. Shelter remains an acute concern. Respiratory infections, hypothermia and water-borne diseases continue to pose urgent health challenges. Dr Lee praised the response of the government and the international community but said WHO still needs more funds to help people survive the winter.
Travelogue: Pakistan earthquake zone