World Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) is the leading international body dedicated to public health, established on April 7, 1948, as a specialized agency of the United Nations. With a mission to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable, WHO operates in over 150 countries to coordinate international health efforts, provide leadership on critical health matters, and shape the global health research agenda. WHO sets international norms and standards, supports countries in health policy development, and monitors and assesses global health trends. Its Constitution declares health as a fundamental human right, laying the foundation for its work toward achieving "Health for All." Over the decades, WHO has played a vital role in addressing major global health issues, such as eradicating smallpox, fighting polio, responding to pandemics, and supporting maternal and child health. It also helps nations strengthen their health systems, especially in low- and middle-income countries. WHO’s work has been pivotal during global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, where it provided guidance, coordinated international responses, and facilitated vaccine distribution through the COVAX initiative. As a global health authority, WHO continues to evolve, confronting emerging threats while striving to ensure equitable health outcomes for all. Background - | Artist: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France | Credit: World Health Organization @ Pregny-Chambésy | Creative Commons License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0 \#MomentsOfLife #MoofLife\_Moment #MoofLife #WHO #GlobalHealth #HealthForAll #PublicHealth #UNHealthAgency