PAHO - Pan American Health Organization

Published purpose

January 2021 - The crisis in Venezuela has resulted in severe food and fuel shortages, record hyperinflation and the collapse of the health system, putting both food and medicine out of reach for many citizens and heavily impacting people’s ability to meet basic needs. As the situation continues to deteriorate in Venezuela, vulnerable and crisis-affected populations are in need of critical assistance, including basic health as well as water and sanitation services, and support to address food insecurity. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is helping provide life-saving assistance to vulnerable populations affected by the Venezuela crisis. As the specialized health agency for the Americas and the Regional Office of the World Health Organization, PAHO is also leading and coordinating, international efforts to fight the spread of COVID-19 in the region. With GAC’s support, the PAHO works to provide essential support to at-risk populations in the region. Project activities include: (1) providing basic health services, including vaccination, prenatal and postnatal care to vulnerable and at-risk people; (2) distributing essential medications and medical supplies to health facilities; and (3) strengthening health sector coordination and health information systems.