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Terminology used to describe the transmission of pathogens through the air varies across scientific disciplines, organizations and the general publ ... more
Objectives and scope of the document This document was developed to provide recommended management strategies for problems and disorders that are specifically related to ... more
The sixteenth meeting of the Strategic and Technical Advisory Group for Neglected Tropical Diseases (STAG-NTD) was held as a hybrid meeting, 27–2 ... more
Hepatitis B (HBV) infection is a major public health problem and cause of chronic liver disease. The 2024 HBV guidelines provide updated evidence-informed recommendations on key priority topics. ... more
The report is based on in-depth qualitative research in countries along the Eastern and Central Mediter ... more
WHO’s Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) defines the Organization’s medium-term vision for w ... more
The humanitarian-development-peace nexus (‎HDPNX)‎ is a new way of working that offers a framework for coherent joined-up planning and implementation of shared priorities between humanitarian de ... more
Including a Tool to Assess the Adolescent Health and Development Component in Pre-Service Education of Health-Care Providers
This manual presents a compelling case for action on carbapenem-resistant organisms (CROs) and describes the linkages between the prevention and co ... more
The world is facing an unprecedented range of emergencies. In reaction to these complex adversities, many people experience considerable distress and impairment, and a minority may even go on to dev ... more
The WHO Global strategy on human resources for health: workforce 2030 encourages development par ... more
Adolescents and young adults aged 10-24 remain underserved in the global response against HIV. Combination prevention, treatment and care programmes use a mix of evidence-based interventions to meet the ... more
The primary audience for these recommendations includes health professionals who are responsible ... more
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Guide for coordinators and data collectors - The WHO Operational Package for Assessing, Monitori ... more
The Quality Criteria for Health National Adaptation Plans (HNAPs) presents examples of good practice in HNAP development to assist countries in dev ... more
The Committee discussed the implications for preparedness for smallpox-like events reflected by ... more
Lessons learned from recent public health events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, Ebola virus disease, Zika virus disease outbreaks, and other public health ... more

The social context of schistosomiasis and its control: an introduction and annotated bibliography

Bruun, B.; Aagaard-Hansen, J.; Watts, S. World Health Organization WHO; Institutional Repository for Information Sharing iris (2008) C_WHO
Schistosomiasis is widely recognized as a disease that is socially determined. An understanding of the social and behavioural factors linked to disease transmission and control should play a vital role in designing policies and strategies ... more