World Health Organization

The primary role of the World Health Organization (WHO) is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations’ system. The organization supports countries “as they coordinate the efforts of governments and partners—including bi- and multilateral organizations, funds and foundations, civil society organizations and the private sector.” Its work includes preparing for emergencies, improving access to essential medicines and health products, and promoting intersectoral approaches for health globally.

The WHO publishes several annual global and statistical reports, hosts a comprehensive data repository along with interactive data visualizations, provides country profiles, and supports a newsroom page with the latest health news and fact sheets.