WHO, Government of Japan, and Governments of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and Palau partner to enhance COVID-19 preparedness and response
Pacific Health Ministers commit to strengthening health systems to meet current and future health challenges
WHO supports whole-of-UN response to volcanic eruption and tsunami in Tonga
6 ways to take care of your mental health and well-being this World Mental Health Day
15,000kg of medical supplies arrive in Fiji to support the response to a deadly surge in COVID-19 cases
Basic psychosocial skills online course for Pacific COVID-19 responders released
Fiji intensifies COVID-19 response efforts
Kiribati receives 24,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines through the COVAX Facility
Vanuatu receives 24,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines through the COVAX Facility
Fiji receives more testing equipment for COVID-19
Regional health leaders convene in Japan and online in “hybrid” meeting to agree actions on COVID-19 and other key issues
COVID-19 vaccines available for all healthcare workers in the Western Pacific Region
Nearly two thirds of global drowning deaths occur in Asia Pacific
Hong Kong SAR (China) eliminates rubella
UN agencies warn economic impact of COVID-19 and worsening inequalities will fuel malnutrition for billions in Asia and the Pacific
WHO and EU join together to support COVID-19 response and systems strengthening in Asia
From containment to suppression: WHO and Lancet COVID-19 Commission highlight lessons from the Western Pacific Region
Region’s health ministers endorse action to promote access to vaccines, safe surgery and healthy ageing
Region’s leaders gather virtually to tackle COVID-19 and other health issues, chart WHO’s work in the Western Pacific
Asia Pacific health and finance ministers stress importance of universal health coverage in COVID-19 era and beyond
