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WHO announces winners of inaugural Western Pacific Innovation Challenge

Countries in the Western Pacific on the frontlines of the climate crisis, says WHO

5 November 2021

East Asia and Pacific countries commit to ending violence against children during COVID-19 and beyond

29 October 2021

Health leaders endorse action plan to end TB in the Region

28 October 2021

Regional health leaders agree on actions to promote health through schools, harness traditional and complementary medicine

25 October 2021

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

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WHO unveils third addendum to Guidelines for drinking-water quality

WHO issues comprehensive guidelines on filovirus disease, including Ebola and Marburg disease

Departmental update

WHO designates new Collaborating Centre to strengthen the application of behavioural sciences for better health

Departmental update

WHO Step-by-Step programme recognized as a promising innovation for mental health in humanitarian settings