BY: paho.org 77% of countries lack national strategies to prevent drowning—a leading cause of death among young children and older adults. Washington, D.C., 15 September 2025 (PAHO) – Drowning remains a significant and largely unaddressed public health crisis in the Americas, with new analyses from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) revealing that 77% of countries lack national […]
By:paho.org | Editorial credit: T. Schneider / Shutterstock.com Washington, D.C., August 6, 2025 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has released its 2024 country annual reports, outlining the main results of technical cooperation carried out in collaboration with governments and strategic partners across the Americas. These reports highlight concrete results, inspiring stories from the […]
By The Caribbean Public Health Agency The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has announced the appointment of Dr. Lisa Indar as the new Executive Director, effective February 1st, 2025. Dr. Indar previously held the position of Ad Interim Executive Director of CARPHA, from July 2024, having served in her substantive post of Director, Surveillance, Disease […]
By PAHO | Editorial credit: Nandani Bridglal / shutterstock.com Washington, D.C., 12 February 2025 (PAHO) – A new report from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) reveals that sodium/salt consumption levels in the Caribbean are twice as high as recommended, contributing to the development of cardiovascular diseases and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The report underscores […]
By Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) In 2024, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) made significant strides in advancing health across the Americas, addressing both ongoing challenges and emerging health threats. These achievements highlight the collective efforts of governments, healthcare workers, communities, and partners working together to improve health outcomes for all. Below are the […]