WHO’s head of emergencies reaffirms support to Lebanon’s health system amid escalating needs

Country: Lebanon Source: World Health Organization Lebanon’s health system continues to function despite the mounting pressures of conflict, displacement and repeated attacks on health care – but without urgent action and sustained international support, access to essential health services is increasingly at risk. Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director of WHO’s Health Emergencies Programme, has concluded a three‑day visit to Lebanon, reaffirming WHO’s support for the national health emergency response. “I was deep