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- 1PAHO Director says Americas must speed up action on health challenges▼The Americas are making progress in health but must accelerate action on emerging challenges, says PAHO Director
The Pan American Health Organization's Director said the Americas are making progress in health but must accelerate action to address emerging challenges across the region. The statement highlights both achievements in public health and the need for faster responses to new threats, according to an announcement from the Washington-based regional health agency.
- 2Chile's health minister elected PAHO Directing Council president●Chilean Minister of Health elected President of PAHO’s 63rd Directing Council
Chile's Minister of Health has been elected President of the Pan American Health Organization's 63rd Directing Council. The council, meeting in Washington, sets regional health policy priorities for the Americas, and the presidency involves chairing sessions and guiding resolutions among member states. The election reflects Chile's standing in regional public health diplomacy and comes as countries across the hemisphere coordinate on shared health challenges.
- 3PAHO hosts Walk for Health ahead of Directing Council▼PAHO Walk for Health brings together staff, families, partners and delegates ahead of 63rd Directing Council
The Pan American Health Organization held a Walk for Health in Washington, bringing together staff, families, partners and delegates ahead of its 63rd Directing Council. The event promotes physical activity and well-being as health leaders from across the Americas prepare to gather for the annual policy meeting.