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WHO
TermWHO
Short definitionWHO - (pronounced) Part of the United Nations that deals with major health issues around the world. WHO sets standards for disease control, health care and medicines; conducts educational and research programs; and publishes scientific papers and reports. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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WHO - (pronounced) Part of the United Nations that deals with major health issues around the world. WHO sets standards for disease control, health care and medicines; conducts educational and research programs; and publishes scientific papers and reports. A key goal is to improve access to health care for people in developing countries and in groups who do not receive good health care. The head office is in Geneva, Switzerland. Also called the World Health Organization

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