The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. The WHO was established in 1948, and its headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland. The WHO's member states are its 193 sovereign member states.
The WHO's primary role is to direct international health within the United Nations system and to lead partners in global health responses. The WHO also plays a role in outbreak response and in health emergencies.
The WHO provides guidance on health promotion and disease prevention, assists member states in strengthening their health systems, and provides technical assistance and advice on health issues. The WHO also supports member states in their efforts to improve access to quality health care and to make progress on the health-related Sustainable Development Goals.
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