role of international agencies and NGOs in maintaining global health Flashcards
What does the World Health Organisation (WHO) aim to achieve?
The WHO aims to improve global health and fight disease.
What are the main responsibilities of the WHO?
Providing leadership on critical health matters and fostering partnerships.
Shaping research agendas and disseminating valuable knowledge.
Setting, promoting, and monitoring health norms and standards.
Articulating ethical and evidence-based policy options.
Offering technical support, catalysing change, and building sustainable capacity.
Monitoring health situations and assessing health trends.
What is the main focus of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)?
The FAO focuses on preventing hunger and maintaining global health through research and mitigation strategies.
What does the World Food Programme (WFP) aim to do?
The WFP aims to eradicate global hunger by delivering food assistance during emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and resilience.
What is the mission of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)?
MSF provides global aid during natural disasters or epidemics, with a commitment to independence, neutrality, and impartiality.
What does Oxfam aim to achieve?
Oxfam aims to eradicate global poverty by providing clean water, sanitation, and other essentials in emergencies and for long-term health.
What is the focus of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation?
The Gates Foundation focuses on eradicating diseases like HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis, promoting global development, providing vaccines, and offering emergency response teams.
What is unique about the Gates Foundation?
It is the richest charity in the world and has a broad range of focuses, from disease prevention to global development.
