Chronic respiratory diseases (including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)) are a major cause of death and disability worldwide. Approximately half a billion people live with chronic respiratory diseases across the globe.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is committed to supporting countries to strengthen the diagnosis and management of asthma and COPD, through primary health care and appropriate referral pathways.
WHO plans to update the clinical guidance relating to asthma and COPD, to provide global recommendations and tools to promote effective implementation of care.
Throughout this process WHO will engage with experts working across the continuum of care for chronic respiratory disease, from clinical and allied health professions, and diverse clinical and geographical settings.
Experts may be invited to contribute as a member of a guideline development group or peer review group or to assist in the development of implementation tools.
How to apply?
Please express your interest by completing the application form, and providing the required supporting documentation:
- Cover letter
- Abbreviated curriculum vitae (CV)
- Completed Declaration of interests for WHO experts, available at https://www.who.int/about/ethics/declarations-of-interest.
We invite interested applicants to submit their applications by the deadline of 31 August 2024 at 23:59 (CEST).
Contact:
For any questions regarding the application, please contact Dr Jing Han jihan@who.int