This November 6, we’re observing #MalariaDay in the Americas. Caused by the parasite, Plasmodium, malaria is a life-threatening disease that is transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito.
Approximately half of the world’s population is at risk, but malaria can be preventable and curable.
According to the PAHO/WHO analysis, Belize is…
Throughout the world, emergency disasters and accidents are becoming significantly more common. It is therefore essential that emergency response personnel are trained and prepared for any eventualities.…
The VIII Session of the Advisory Committee (AC) of the Latin American and Caribbean Center on Health Sciences Information (BIREME) was held on October 24 and 25, 2019, in São Paulo, Brazil, with the presence of representatives of five countries of Latin America and the Caribbean: Barbados, Brazil, El Salvador, Guyana and Uruguay. The session was…
Dr. Etienne began her address by stating how the Congress presented an excellent opportunity for the youth to share their views about governance and the challenges they faced to achieve happy, healthy, and prosperous lives. She also thought it facilitated mutual learning for the breakdown of cultural, generational and social stereotypes.
She…
Montevideo, October 24th, 2019- Are you a sexual/reproductive health researcher or advocate? Passionate about sexual health in practice or research? The WHO and partners need your feedback on a survey instrument assessing sexual practices, behaviors, and outcomes worldwide.
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Background
To date, there is no…
Nassau, Bahamas, Sept. 8, 2019 (PAHO)—The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is requesting an initial US $3.5 million from donors to cover short-term health care and other needs for the population in the Bahamas affected by Hurricane Dorian.
The devastating category 5 storm made landfall exactly one week ago in northwest Bahamas, and…
The Latin-American and Caribbean Center for Health Sciences Information (BIREME/PAHO/WHO), in its mission to contribute to the development of health in Latin American and Caribbean countries through the democratization of access, publication and use of scientific information, knowledge and evidence, offers technical cooperation to the countries of…
What is dengue?
Dengue is a mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by the dengue virus (DENV). Because the infection may be asymptomatic or present itself with a broad range of symptoms (both severe and non-severe) such as flu-like, it continues to remain a public health problem globally especially in the Americas. …
With the objective of offering scientific editors, researchers, health professionals and post-graduate students the most important elements to keep in mind while writing scientific articles, Dr. Lilian Calò, BIREME/PAHO/WHO Scholarly Communication Coordinator, gave a workshop in Asunción, Paraguay, on September 17-19.
The Representation of the…