Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is an international public health organization that focuses on improving the health of the people in the Americas. The organization provides technical support and resources to its member countries to combat various diseases such as dengue, tuberculosis, and other infectious diseases. PAHO also works towards eliminating preventable deaths and promoting healthy lifestyles through collaborations with governments, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders in the region. The organization publishes regular updates on disease outbreaks, epidemiological trends, and public health initiatives to keep the public informed about health issues in the Americas.

86%

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The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

86%

Examples:

  • The articles have a slight bias towards sensationalism and exaggeration in their reporting.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There are no conflicts of interest identified.

Contradictions

62%

Examples:

  • PAHO has supported countries since 2010 through a comprehensive strategy to control dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases which includes strengthening surveillance, early diagnosis, timely treatment.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The article uses sensationalism by stating that countries in the Americas are uniquely positioned to become the first region in the world to eliminate TB when there is no clear indication of why this is possible. This statement implies a level of certainty and urgency that may be misleading or exaggerated.
  • The author claims that TB is a public health threat when it has been surpassed by COVID-19 as the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent worldwide. This statement implies that TB poses an immediate and significant risk to public health, which is not supported by current data.

Recent Articles

  • Unprecedented Surge in Dengue Cases: Over 9.7 Million Reported in Americas Region in 2024

    Unprecedented Surge in Dengue Cases: Over 9.7 Million Reported in Americas Region in 2024

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 In the first half of 2024, over 9.7 million dengue cases have been reported in the Americas region, more than double the number from all of 2023. Puerto Rico alone recorded over 1,498 cases and the CDC has issued a health advisory in the United States. The increase is attributed to warmer temperatures and continuous transmission in some US states and territories. The World Health Organization reports a 30% increase in dengue cases worldwide between 2019-2023, linking this trend to climate change.
  • Dengue Fever Surges in Latin America and the Caribbean: What You Need to Know

    Dengue Fever Surges in Latin America and the Caribbean: What You Need to Know

    Broke On: Saturday, 30 March 2024 Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne disease on the rise in Latin America and Caribbean with over 3.5 million cases reported as of March 26th including more than 100 deaths. Brazil accounts for most cases and deaths followed by Paraguay and Argentina due to higher transmission season in southern hemisphere when Aedes aegypti mosquitoes thrive. PAHO has issued nine epidemiological alerts since 2019 providing guidance on disease prevention and control, including information about all four dengue serotypes which increases the risk of severe forms.
  • Delaware Tuberculosis Deaths Surge by 41% in 2023, Outpacing Global Average

    Delaware Tuberculosis Deaths Surge by 41% in 2023, Outpacing Global Average

    Broke On: Monday, 18 March 2024 In 2023, Tuberculosis (TB) affected about 325,00s people in Delaware and resulted in the death of 35,0s. This represents an increase of 14% and a rise of 41%, respectively.