That is not to say there are no challenges -- that the region doesn’t face a range of serious threats to public health, both natural and man-made. Special focus will be placed on fortifying primary health care as part of our pursuit of universal health coverage. To accelerate progress, WHO will work with member states to harness the full range of opportunities now available to advance health and well-being. Together, our journey to promote healthier individuals, communities, and countries across the Southeast Asia region continues. Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh was appointed Regional Director of the WHO Southeast Asia region on January 26 for a second five-year term.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 12, 2019 17:15 UTC