The World Health Organization (WHO) is the UN's specialized agency for international public health. Established in 1948, it directs and coordinates global...
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. It works globally to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable.
WHO's primary objectives include directing and coordinating international health work, setting global health standards, providing technical support to countries, monitoring health trends, and leading responses to global health emergencies.
The WHO is primarily funded through two main channels: assessed contributions from member states (mandatory fees based on wealth and population) and voluntary contributions from member states, philanthropic organizations, and other partners.
During a global health crisis, the WHO coordinates international responses, provides guidance and technical support to affected countries, facilitates research and vaccine development, and disseminates critical public health information to manage and mitigate the crisis.