PAHO Highlights the Need to Prioritize Primary Health Care to Advance Towards Universal Health in the Americas

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PAHO Highlights the Need to Prioritize Primary Health Care to Advance Towards Universal Health in the Americas

By Pan American Health Organization  Washington, D.C., December 12, 2024 (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today presented a new report highlighting both the progress made and the persistent challenges faced by countries in the region in their efforts to ensure access to health services without imposing an unsustainable financial burden on individuals. […]

PAHO Director Urges Respect and Protection of Rights for International Day of People of African Descent

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PAHO Director Urges Respect and Protection of Rights for International Day of People of African Descent

By: Pan American Health Organization | Editorial Credit: Bricolage/ shutterstock.com  People of African descent are 2.5 times more likely to live in poverty and often face limited access to health services. Washington, DC, August 30, 2024 (PAHO) — In commemoration of the International Day of People of African Descent, which takes place on August 31, […]