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News from WHO Western Pacific

20 October 2023

Region’s health leaders agree on actions to enhance communication for health, strengthen and transform the health workforce, and leverage innovation for health impact

19 October 2023

Health leaders take steps to strengthen health security in Asia-Pacific

17 October 2023

Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala nominated to lead WHO Western Pacific Region

16 October 2023

The Lao People's Democratic Republic eliminates lymphatic filariasis

16 October 2023

Region’s health leaders gather in Manila to nominate new WHO Regional Director for Western Pacific and agree on actions for tackling health challenges

Parliamentarians: Investment in primary health care is critical to health, social and economic development

Candidates announced for election of next WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific

Antimicrobial resistance expected to cause 5.2 million deaths in the Western Pacific by 2030

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9 September 2026

Departmental update

WHO prequalifies multi-dose RSV vaccine vial, paving the way to protecting more infants globally

9 September 2026

Dr Vanessa Kerry appointed to new role as WHO Director-General's Special Envoy for Health Resilience

9 September 2026

Departmental update

Public health leaders explore how traditional medicine can support health system transformation

8 September 2026

Departmental update

Tobacco smoking may be harming your chances of having a baby