The world health report 1999 - making a difference
This report describes the achievements of the 20th century and the challenges that are its legacy, and suggests approaches to making a difference for better health in the 21st century. The report says health should be at the heart of the global development agenda and stresses WHO's commitment to that objective.
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FULL REPORT
REPORT BY CHAPTERS
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Director General's Message
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Chapter 1: Health and development in the 20th century
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Chapter 2: The double burden: emerging epidemics and persistent problems
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Chapter 3: meeting the challenges: health systems development
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Chapter 4: Rolling back malaria
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Chapter 5: Combating the tobacco epidemic
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Chapter 6: Making a difference
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Statistical annex
pdf, 555kb