Announcements

Uruguay's victory against Philip Morris International, a huge win for public health

Announcements | 12th July 2016

On 8 July, after six years of legal proceedings, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes concluded that Uruguay is within its rights to implement and enforce tobacco control legislation.
The Caribbean: Engaging all-of-society in accelerating the chronic disease response

Announcements | 10th July 2016

Sudden, unexpected deaths, especially among middle-aged men, are a growing problem in the Caribbean. Often this is due to undiagnosed and untreated high blood pressure.
Update: High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

Announcements | 07th July 2016

The first High-level Political Forum following the adoption of the 2030 Agenda will take place in New York next week. Download our calendar of side events.
High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

Announcements | 29th June 2016

The first High-level Political Forum following the adoption of the 2030 Agenda will take place in New York 11 - 20 July. The HLPF is the main review mechanism for the 2030 Agenda.
GoPA! presents a portrait of physical activity worldwide

Announcements | 28th June 2016

The Global Observatory for Physical Activity (GoPA!) produces country cards on surveillance, policy and research in physical activity and health. In addition to promoting the cards, GoPA! is now looking to collaborate with other global observatories.
Support for a Pacific funding mechanism to respond to the NCD crisis in the region

Announcements | 27th June 2016

Pacific Island countries and territories have expressed their support for a Pacific funding mechanism to better balance responses to the mammoth burden of NCDs in the region.
New multistakeholder platform to accelerate action on UHC

Announcements | 22nd June 2016

Over 100 stakeholders are gathering in Geneva for a two-day consultation meeting to explore ways to accelerate action on universal health coverage.
Update on follow-up and review of 2030 Agenda

Announcements | 21st June 2016

The first HLPF following the adoption of the 2030 Agenda will be held from 11 - 20 July at UN Headquarters in New York.