· Oral health is a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. It encompasses a range of diseases and conditions that include dental caries, Periodontal disease, … · Delegations from over 110 countries are coming together to produce national roadmaps and negotiate a joint declaration on oral health at the first-ever global oral health … · Oral health inequalities Oral diseases disproportionately affect the poor and socially disadvantaged members of society. There is a very strong and consistent association between … · By Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East AsiaWorld Oral Health Day, marked annually on , draws attention to oral health being a key indicator of overall … · Oral health has long been neglected in global health, but many oral diseases can be prevented and treated with the cost-effective measures.
Understanding the Context
WHO is committed to providing … · WHO’s Global oral health status report provides the first-ever comprehensive picture of oral disease burden and highlights challenges and opportunities to accelerate progress … · World Oral Health Day, marked annually on 20 March, draws attention to oral health being a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. Oral diseases are among the … · Member States have demonstrated their commitment to improving oral health in recent years by adopting the landmark Resolution on oral health in 2021 and the Global strategy … · WHO fact sheet on candidiasis, including key facts, yeast infections, oral thrush, invasive candidiasis, causes, symptoms, treatment, prevention and WHO response.
