Official Health Organization

Promoting health, keeping the world safe.

WHO works worldwide to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable. Our goal is to ensure that a billion more people have universal health coverage.

Global Safety
150+ Countries
Expert Support
What We Do

Health for all, everywhere

Our primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations system.

Global Reach

Working with 194 Member States across six regions and on the ground in 150+ locations.

Disease Prevention

Leading international health work, setting standards and norms for health global monitoring.

Public Health

Developing evidence-based health policies and strengthening global health systems.

Global Security

Keeping the world safe

Working with partners, we support countries to strengthen their own capacities to prepare for and respond to health emergencies. Our focus is on the most vulnerable people in the most difficult circumstances.

Universal Coverage
Emergency Response
Evidence Based

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