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International Health Regulations1 |
International Health RegulationsInternational Health RegulationsBuilding international public health security Building international public health security
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Why revised International Health Regulations? Why revised International Health Regulations?
In today’s world, diseases travel fast and no single country can protect itself on its own.
Acknowledging this, the 193 WHO Member States unanimously adopted a new version of the International Health Regulations (IHR).
The revised IHR enter into force in June 2007. It will now be up to the world to translate the new code of the Regulations into the reality of greater international public health security.
Dr Margaret Chan, WHO Director-General
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Our world is changing as never beforeOur world is changing as never before
Populations grow, age, and move
Diseases travel fast
Microbes adapt
Chemical, radiation, food risks increase
Health security is at stake
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30 years of international health in security30 years of international health in security
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EBOLA / MARBURG
NvCJD
NIPAH
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WHO travel recommendations2 April
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25 May27 March 23 JuneScreening of exit passengers
SARS: an unknown coronavirus • 8098 cases• 774 deaths• 26 countries affected• trends in airline passenger
movement drop• economic loss: US$ 60 billion
2003: SARS changes the world2003: SARS changes the world
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H5N1: Avian influenza, a pandemic threatH5N1: Avian influenza, a pandemic threat
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The 58th World Health Assembly adopts the revised International Health Regulations, “IHR”
The 58th World Health Assembly adopts the revised International Health Regulations, “IHR”
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International public health security is the goalInternational public health security is the goal
Ensuring maximum public health security while minimizing interference with international transport and trade
Come into force on 15 June 2007* Come into force on 15 June 2007*
* A later date applies to States that have submitted reservations
Legally binding for WHO and the world’s countries that have agreed to play by the same rules to secure international health.
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What’s new?What’s new?
From three diseases to all public health threatsFrom preset measures to adapted responseFrom control of borders to, also, containment at source
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All public health threatsAll public health threats
The revised IHR recognize that international disease threats have increased
Scope has been expanded from cholera, plague and yellow fever to all public health emergencies of international concern
They include those caused by infectious diseases, chemical agents, radioactive materials and contaminated food
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Adapted responseAdapted response
International public health security is based on strong national public health infrastructure connected to a global alert and response system.
This is at the core of the IHR.
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Containment at sourceContainment at source
Rapid response at the source is:
the most effective way to secure maximum protection against international spread of diseases
key to limiting unnecessary health-based restrictions on trade and travel
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What do the IHR call for?What do the IHR call for?
Strengthened national capacity for surveillance and control, including in travel and transport
Prevention, alert and response to international public health emergencies
Global partnership and international collaboration
Rights, obligations and procedures, and progress monitoring
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Why should countries implement the IHR?Why should countries implement the IHR?
Countries will receive:
WHO assistance in building core capacities
WHO’s guidance during outbreak investigation, risk assessment, and response
WHO’s advice and logistical support
information gathered by WHO about public health risks worldwide
assistance to mobilize funding support
To detect and contain public health threats faster, to contribute to international public health security, and to enjoy the benefits of being
a respected partner.
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The IHR foster global partnershipThe IHR foster global partnership
Other intergovernmental organizations:– UN system (e.g. FAO, IAEA, ICAO, IMO)
– others: regional (e.g. EU, ASEAN), technical (e.g. OIE)
Development agencies:– governments, banks
WHO Collaborating centresAcademics & professional associations Industry associationsNGOs and Foundations
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Acute public health threats are collectively managed
Acute public health threats are collectively managed
The key functions of this global system, for States and WHO, are to:
detect
verify
assess
inform
assist
The IHR define a risk management process where States Parties work together, coordinated by WHO, to collectively manage acute public health risks.
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WHO to help countries managing eventsWHO to help countries managing events
New WHO global Event Management System
WHO Regional Alert and Response teams
Train countries’ NFPs and WHO contact points for event management
Expand GOARN and other specialized and regional support networks
Develop new tools and standard operating procedures
Carry out IHR exercises
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As each country builds its capacity, the entire world wins
As each country builds its capacity, the entire world wins
The greatest assurance of public health security will come when all countries have in place the capacities for effective surveillance and response, for:
infectious diseases radiological-related diseases
chemical-related diseases food-related diseases
Timeline Timeline
15 June 200715 June 2007 2009 2012 2014 2016
Planning Implementation
2 years + 3 + (2) + (up to 2)
"As soon as possible but no later than five years from entry into force"
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Countries’ challenges for IHR implementation Countries’ challenges for IHR implementation
Mobilize resources and develop national action plansStrengthen national capacities in alert and responseStrengthen capacity at ports, airports, and ground crossingsMaintaining strong threat-specific readiness for known diseases/risksRapidly notify WHO of acute public health risksSustain international and intersectoral collaborationMonitor progress of IHR implementation
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What will WHO do under the IHR?What will WHO do under the IHR?
Designate WHO IHR contact points
Support States Parties in assessing their public health risks, through the notification, consultation, and verification processes
Inform State Parties of relevant international public health risks
Recommend adapted public health measures
Assist States Parties in their efforts to investigate outbreaks and meet the IHR national requirements for surveillance and response
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Lives saved
Good international image
No unilateral travel and trade restrictions
Public trust
No political and social turmoil
Benefit from IHR implementationBenefit from IHR implementation
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International Health RegulationsInternational Health RegulationsBuilding international public health security Building international public health security
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