61st Directing Council emphasizes PAHO's commitment to post-COVID-19 health preparedness, finalizing a new Pandemic Accord, and improving health systems.

At the 61st Directing Council, PAHO Director Dr. Jarbas Barbosa emphasized the organization's commitment to enhancing regional health preparedness post-COVID-19. Discussions included finalizing a new Pandemic Accord and improving health systems through initiatives like vaccine localization with Pfizer, strategies for sepsis prevention, and addressing climate change. St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted public health challenges, including gun violence and non-communicable diseases.

September 30, 2024
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