It’s a growing concern
people are estimated to need humanitarian assistance.
in the world is personally affected by conflict.
of infectious disease occur in fragile settings.
Invest in resilience
prevention costs are less than 1% of the total spent on tackling COVID-19.
total cost to the global economy of Zika virus outbreaks.
The WHO’s unique
role in health emergencies
Builds resilience
The World Health Organization (WHO) trains health workers to prepare for emergencies and acts as the UN’s first responder for health in a crisis.
Global surveillance
WHO’s surveillance systems networks detect health threats and share warnings in a timely and coordinated manner.
Efficient delivery
WHO procures essential medicines and health supplies at scale, saving time, money and cutting through red tape.
Health leadership
WHO advocates passionately for the people most in need of healthcare on the world stage.
Workforce expertise
WHO coordinates emergency medical teams deployed by countries worldwide to meet urgent surgical and health needs.
Staying power
WHO has a long-standing commitment in the countries affected. Its presence, staying-power and access to health decision makers is unparalleled.
Learn more about WHO’s work here.
Donate to WHO’s Health Emergency Appeal here.