Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak

 

 

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Since the first case of COVID-19 was reported in 2019, the world has been experiencing the devastating effects of the pandemic, and working hard to apply life-saving solutions that continue to reduce its impact.

On May 5, 2023, the WHO Director-General declared COVID-19 over as a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC). But the COVID-19 pandemic, remains a global health threat that requires sustainable and comprehensive management.

WHO continues to work with countries and areas across the Western Pacific Region to share the latest evidence and prepare for and respond to any surges of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. WHO remains committed to supporting countries to leverage the lessons identified from the emergency response to design the sustained management of COVID-19, and to better prepare for future pandemics.

Learn more below about our support for the COVID-19 outbreak response in the Western Pacific Region.

COVID-19 statistics for the Western Pacific

Confirmed cases
Confirmed deaths

How WHO is responding

Analysing the latest science and increasing understanding of the disease

WHO is constantly analysing data as we receive it and working closely with global experts and scientists on a range of topics. WHO is proposing specific studies to better understand transmission, risk factors, and the source of infection.

Coordinating with partners

WHO is working with our network of partners including other UN and development agencies, Emergency Medical Teams, the Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) and donor agencies.

GOARN

Communicating with the public

Providing timely information on the disease and advice for the public on how to protect themselves and others, especially the vulnerable and those at highest risk.

Western Pacific information for the public
WHO Global advice

Helping countries prepare

WHO is working closely with countries to help them prepare for the rapid detection and response to cases, clusters and community transmission including sending supplies, providing technical expertise and training.

Providing updates on the situation

Providing updated information through the International Health Regulations (2005), daily situation reports and dashboards displaying real-time data.

Regional dashboard
Global dashboard