PAHO marks 50 years of strengthening health emergency preparedness and response in the AmericasHealth care

Caring patient and health is our expertise.|Washington, D.C., 28 September 2026 (PAHO) – When two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela in June 2026, health authorities and emergency responders faced an enormous test. Within hours, regional emergency coordination mechanisms were activated to

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PAHO marks 50 years of strengthening health emergency preparedness and response in the Americas

PAHO marks 50 years of strengthening health emergency preparedness and response in the Americas

Washington, D.C., 28 September 2026 (PAHO) – When two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela in June 2026, health authorities and emergency responders faced an enormous test. Within hours, regional emergency coordination mechanisms were activated to support the national and international response. Almost immediately after, health facilities were…