Bank Joins Forces with the WHO for Better Global Health Investments
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Bank addressed the pressing global debate around health systems and initiatives in specific aspects of health, nutrition and population as the global AIDS conference got underway in Mexico. Critics claim that disease-specific initiatives are eroding already weak health systems, while others assert that weak health systems are holding back progress in disease-specific initiatives. In an effort to gather evidence and provide technical guidance in this area, WHO and the Bank have agreed to join forces in collaboration with a wide range of interested stakeholders including country officials, academic and research institutions, and civil society organizations. The WHO - Bank collaboration will examine and combine the strengths of different approaches around the world in order to get better results from investments and improve health outcomes for all. Read more