Global public health security issues include pandemics, vaccination efforts, clean water access, and the rise of drug-resistant, disease-causing pathogens, The organizations listed below address these such issues.
A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. WHO's primary role is to direct international health within the United Nations' system and to lead partners in global health responses. Working with 194 Member States, across six regions, and from more than 150 offices, WHO staff are united in a shared commitment to achieve better health for everyone, everywhere.
GHSA is a group of 69 countries, international organizations and non-government organizations, and private sector companies that have come together to achieve the vision of a world safe and secure from global health threats posed by infectious diseases.
Working in tandem with the Global Health Security Agenda, the CDC works 24/7 to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the US. The CDC plays a leading role in GHSA implementation for the US by working directly with partner country governments to strengthen public health systems and reduce the risk of infectious disease outbreaks.
US federal agency responsible for administering civilian foreign aid and development assistance. Established in 1961, it is one of world's largest official aid agencies. Much of aid is for global health programs.
Explores how new policy approaches, scientific advances, and technological innovations can strengthen health security and save lives. Research focuses on improving organizations, systems, and tools to prevent and respond to outbreaks and other public health crises. Through policies and practice it addresses issues such as infectious diseases, a continued risk of pandemic flu, major natural disasters, and the potential for biological accidents or intentional threats.
From the National Institute of Environmental Health sciences, a repository of data collection tools and related resources intended to support human health research in response to disasters and public health emergencies.