World Health Organization (WHO)

In 2005, the World Health Organization (WHO) continued to implement its corporate strategy to reduce mortality, morbidity and disability; promote healthy lifestyles and reduce health risk factors; develop health systems that were equitable and responsive to demands; develop an enabling policy and institutional environment in the health sector; and promote an effective health dimension to social, environmental and development policy. Priority areas included malaria, tuberculosis, cancer, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, tobacco, mental health, making pregnancy safer and children’s health, HIV/AIDS, health and the environment, food safety, health systems and blood safety.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions