Topic: Shigeru Omi

WHO official says Asia should remain alert for bird flu, but some countries unprepared

AP Features - 1535 days ago
Some Asian countries have yet to devise a plan on how to respond to a bird flu outbreak, a disease that continues to be a threat for the whole region, a World Health Organization health official warned Saturday.Preparedness in some Asian ...

Health officials from 148 countries to meet in Bangkok on anti-smoking measures

AP Features - 1679 days ago
Public health officials from 148 countries meet in Bangkok starting Saturday to spur global efforts against smoking.The agenda at the weeklong Convention of Tobacco Control will highlight efforts to curb tobacco advertising and promotion worldwide.Cigarette smuggling and ways to protect ...