The World Health Organisation says global life expectancy for both sexes has increased from 46 to 73 years, with the biggest gains in the poorest countries.
According to him, just in the past five years, new vaccines for Ebola and malaria have been developed and licensed.
“We can’t claim sole credit for these achievements, but we have played a leading role in all of them. Partnering with many partners, especially our Member States. According to him, since 2000, access to essential services has increased significantly, but at least half the world’s population still lacks access to one or more services like family planning, basic sanitation, or access to a health worker.
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