Tropical Cyclones - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 1, 2019 · Tropical cyclones, also known as typhoons or hurricanes, are among the most destructive weather phenomena. They are intense circular storms that originate over warm …
WHO and partners respond to recent tropical storms, typhoons …
Jan 12, 2025 · In early September 2024, Typhoon Yagi impacted several countries in the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region, leaving a trail of destruction with its …
Typhoon Odette One Month On - World Health Organization (WHO)
MANILA, 16 January 2022 — One month ago on 16 December 2021, Typhoon Odette (known internationally as Rai) made landfall several times on different islands in Visayas and …
Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) - World Health Organization (WHO)
Dec 6, 2013 · Typhoon Haiyan, known as Typhoon Yolanda, devasted portions of South Est Asia, particularly the Philippines in early November 2013. This feature shows how WHO match the …
WHO supports health response in communities damaged by …
Dec 12, 2012 · A sports complex in New Bataan, Compostela Valley serves as an evacuation centre for affected families.WHO PhilippinesThe World Health Organization (WHO) currently …
WHO emergency support to protect thousands of lives in northern …
Sep 13, 2024 · On 12 September, the World Health Organization (WHO) donated one million water purification tablets to protect the health of hundreds of thousands of people across …
WHO hỗ trợ 1 triệu viên khử trùng nước nhằm cứu trợ khẩn cấp …
Sep 13, 2024 · Ngày hôm qua, Tổ chức Y tế Thế giới (WHO) đã vận chuyển cứu trợ khẩn cấp một triệu viên khử trùng nước để bảo vệ sức khoẻ của hàng trăm nghìn người dân trên khắp …
Surveillance system speeds up reporting of diseases in Typhoon …
Dec 21, 2012 · Surveillance system for Typhoon Pablo (international name Bophal) detected common illnesses for rapid and appropriate action. The Surveillance in Post Extreme …
WHO support for health sector needs in the aftermath of Typhoon …
Sep 20, 2024 · The typhoon also damaged 130,000 homes and over 550 health care facilities. In many places, the storm has disrupted essential water supplies to many households and health …
Narrowing mental health gaps one year after Typhoon Yolanda
Jul 12, 2017 · Mental health and psychosocial support are essential components of any health system. Typhoon Yolanda devastated communities, damaging or destroying mental health …