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Can a deal be done to keep the US in the WHO?

Medicine and Science from The BMJ

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The WHO's Role in Global Health Security

This chapter explores the crucial significance of the World Health Organization (WHO) in managing global health challenges, particularly regarding communicable diseases. It discusses the potential repercussions of the U.S. distancing itself from the WHO, emphasizing the need for international cooperation and funding to address health crises like avian influenza, AIDS, and tuberculosis. The conversation also highlights the impact of political changes on WHO reforms and advocates for a collaborative approach to strengthen global health governance.

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