World Health Organization

Health and well-being: World Health Organization releases report on common causes and treatments for hypertension

NEW YORK (WABC) – A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) found that four in five people with high blood pressure are not being treated properly. The report focused on the global harms of hypertension, as well as recommendations on how to conquer the “silent killer.” The condition can cause stroke, heart attack,… Read More »

Leaders see hope in jointly combating deadly climate change and public health problems

NEW YORK (AP) — In trying to lessen the devastating impact of climate change, experts hope that attempts to improve the global public health system and sometimes-stalled efforts to contain global warming through collaboration they can combine – and create a better system for dealing with the problem along the way. Leaders of the World… Read More »