Health leaders endorse action plan to end TB in the Region
Regional health leaders agree on actions to promote health through schools, harness traditional and complementary medicine
Regional health leaders convene in Japan and online in “hybrid” meeting to agree actions on COVID-19 and other key issues
COVID-19 vaccines available for all healthcare workers in the Western Pacific Region
Nearly two thirds of global drowning deaths occur in Asia Pacific
Hong Kong SAR (China) eliminates rubella
UN agencies warn economic impact of COVID-19 and worsening inequalities will fuel malnutrition for billions in Asia and the Pacific
WHO and EU join together to support COVID-19 response and systems strengthening in Asia
From containment to suppression: WHO and Lancet COVID-19 Commission highlight lessons from the Western Pacific Region
Region’s health ministers endorse action to promote access to vaccines, safe surgery and healthy ageing
WHO urges cost effective solutions on NCDs and mental health amidst slowing progress
"Patient safety from the start!" — WHO urges global investment in safe paediatric and newborn care
Cholera kills more people for second consecutive year, while prevention and treatment available
WHO released updated guideline on HIV service delivery
WHO announces the development of guidelines on multiplex testing
WHO warns that tobacco use is linked to child stunting
WHO updates list of essential medicines to include key cancer, diabetes treatments
WHO hosts first online training on the Urban Health Capacity Assessment and Response Resource Kit
Bridging global guidance and local action for maternal and newborn health
South Africa celebrates African Traditional Medicine Day with national commemoration