World Health Organization Overview

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When was the World Health Organization established?

7 April 1948

Where is the headquarters of the World Health Organization located?

Geneva, Switzerland

What are the main areas of work for the World Health Organization?

Health systems; health through the life-course; noncommunicable and communicable diseases; preparedness, surveillance and response; and corporate services

Who attends the World Health Assembly?

Delegations from all Member States

What does the WHO Triple Billion targets aim to accelerate?

The delivery of the SDGs

What is the aim for achieving better health and well-being by 2023?

One billion more people

Which region has been the most affected by COVID-19 as of 1 May 2021?

Region of the Americas

What percentage of reported COVID-19-associated deaths occurred in the European Region?

34%

Where is over 86% of the COVID-19 cases in the South-East Asia Region attributed to?

India

What percentage of people living in uncrowded households reported trying to physically distance themselves from others?

79%

What is the purpose of identification and reporting of solutions to identified problems related to client care?

To improve the quality of client care

What is the focus of the establishment of collaborative relationship with colleagues and other members of the health team?

Facilitating teamwork and cooperation

What is the aim of using therapeutic communication techniques and identifying verbal and nonverbal cues?

To respond to client needs

What were the leading causes of mortality in the Philippines in 2016?

Ischemic heart disease, neoplasms, and cerebrovascular diseases

What are some common lifestyle-related risk factors for non-communicable diseases (NCDs)?

Cigarette smoking and hypertension

What was the main cause of morbidity in the Philippines in 2016?

Acute respiratory infection and hypertension

What is one of the main roles of a community health nurse according to the text?

Identifying the needs and concerns of individuals, groups, families, and the community

In the absence of a community physician, what responsibility does the community health nurse have?

Interpreting and implementing nursing plans and programs

What is an important aspect of the recipient of care in community public health nursing practice?

Benefiting both the whole family and community

What is one of the key responsibilities of a community health nurse as a health educator/trainer/counselor according to the text?

Conducting advocacy educations concerning premarital, breastfeeding, and immunization counsellings

Learn about the establishment, functions, and areas of work of the World Health Organization (WHO) along with its global headquarters location. Explore its role in coordinating international health efforts within the United Nations system and its support for countries in various health-related aspects.

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