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PAHO convenes regulatory authorities from the Americas to strengthen access to health technologies and promote self-sufficiency in health |
![]() Washington, D.C., December 11, 2024 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) convened the eight national regulatory authorities of regional reference (NRAr) from the Americas to strengthen health regulation and improve access to essential technologies. The meeting, held from December 9 to 11 in Washington, D.C., was organized in… |
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