COVID-19

COVID-19

Latest information on the outbreak in the Western Pacific

The Western Pacific Region is home to almost 1.9 billion people across 37 countries and areas.

WHO is working with governments and partners across the Western Pacific to make this the healthiest and safest Region.

 

More about the Western Pacific Region
For the future

For the future

A five year vision
for delivering better health
in the Western Pacific Region

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Regional priorities 2020-25

In line with the regional vision "For the Future", four priorities must be addressed to reach our goal of making the Western Pacific the safest and healthiest region.


Health security and antimicrobial resistance
NCDs and ageing
Climate change, the environment and health
Reaching the unreached
Guidance on COVID-19 for the care of older people and people living in long-term care facilities, other non-acute care facilities and home care
5 October 2020

Guidance on COVID-19 for the care of older people and people living in long-term care facilities, other...

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, this guidance provides information on infection and prevention control (‎IPC)‎, community preparedness, selfcare...

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COVID-19 infection prevention and control : preparedness checklist for long-term care facilities
10 August 2020

COVID-19 infection prevention and control : preparedness checklist for long-term care facilities

COVID-19 outbreaks in long-term care (‎LTC)‎ facilities can have devastating effects on the health and well-being of residents, as they are vulnerable...

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