Apr 17, 2020 · The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations. It was inagurated following the second world war on 7 April 1948 – a date now celebrated as World Health Day.

Jun 25, 2019 · But more importantly, China has brought its population close to universal health coverage, thanks to the expansion of government-funded basic medical insurance. This achievement led Dr. Tedros Adhanom, Director-General of the World Health Organization, to acknowledge that the country was “ leading by example on universal health coverage.”

Jun 28, 2023 · China aims to transform its healthcare systems through its 'Healthy China 2030' vision and stands at a critical junction to achieve its goal. Four strategic pillars guide achieving the vision, with equity and public-private collaboration being key to its success. The China Edition of Global Health and Healthcare Strategic Outlook identifies …

Mar 16, 2020 · The platform is created with the support of the World Health Organization and is open to all businesses and industry groups, as well as other stakeholders, aiming to integrate and inform joint action.

Feb 19, 2018 · The experimental smog-sucking tower stands at over 100 metres tall and is designed to improve air quality in the city, where standards regularly fall short of expectations set by the World Health Organization.

May 23, 2024 · The Healthcare Industry Community plays a crucial role in advancing healthcare equity, patient centric care, and improved healthcare outcomes across the globe. By bringing together top executives from the sector, the community is the hub for transformational industry dialogue among peers, facilitating the exchange of ideas, best practices, and cutting-edge insights. Members of the Healthcare ...

Apr 15, 2020 · Four charts explaining how the World Health Organization receives and spends money. The UN agency is coordinating the global response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Jun 25, 2019 · Air pollution is a severe public health risk in many places around the world. At the forefront of the issue is China, which has made remarkable progress against poor air quality in recent years.

Mar 23, 2020 · It throws into question a report by a joint World Health Organization-China mission last month, which said infections by people with no symptoms were “relatively rare” and did not appear to be driving transmission of the disease.

Sep 21, 2023 · With the number of over-65s set to more than double by 2050, the world needs to adjust to a new demographic era, according to a World Economic Forum report. The United Nations says our ageing populations must be addressed if the world is to meet its Sustainable Development Goals. Countries are implementing policies to encourage more births and adjust to ageing societies.