WHO public health prizes and awards

Overview of the World Health Organization's public health prizes and awards

WHO Public Health Prizes and Awards

The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes outstanding contributions to public health through a series of prestigious prizes and awards. These accolades are presented to individuals, institutions, and organizations that have made significant impacts in the field of public health, advancing the mission of WHO to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable.

Overview

The WHO public health prizes and awards are designed to acknowledge and encourage excellence in public health. They cover a wide range of areas, including medical research, health policy, and community health initiatives. The awards are typically presented during the annual World Health Assembly, where global health leaders gather to discuss and set health policies.

Major Awards

Léon Bernard Foundation Prize

Léon Bérard, 1931

The Léon Bernard Foundation Prize is awarded for outstanding service in the field of social medicine. It honors the legacy of Léon Bernard, a pioneer in social medicine, and is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of social medicine and public health.

Sasakawa Health Prize

Ryoichi Sasakawa

The Sasakawa Health Prize is awarded for innovative work in health development, particularly in the areas of primary health care and health promotion. It was established by the Nippon Foundation, founded by Ryoichi Sasakawa, to support WHO's efforts in improving global health.

State of Kuwait Prize for Research in Health Promotion

Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah IV

This prize is awarded for outstanding contributions to research in health promotion. It was established by the State of Kuwait to recognize and support research that advances health promotion and disease prevention.

Dr. Lee Jong-wook Memorial Prize for Public Health

Dr. Lee Jong-wook

Named in honor of Dr. Lee Jong-wook, a former Director-General of WHO, this prize is awarded for significant contributions to public health. It recognizes individuals and organizations that have made substantial impacts in the field of public health, particularly in areas aligned with WHO's priorities.

Darling Foundation Prize

Samuel Taylor Darling

The Darling Foundation Prize is awarded for outstanding contributions to the control of vector-borne diseases. It honors the work of Samuel Taylor Darling, a pioneer in tropical medicine, and is given to those who have made significant advancements in the understanding and control of diseases transmitted by vectors.

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