Epidemic-prone and emerging pathogens present recurrent threats and account for considerable human suffering and economic loss. Photo credit: WHOThe IHR (2005) are a global framework to prevent, protect against, control and provide a public health response to the international spread of disease while avoiding unnecessary interference with international traffic and trade. Their entry into force on 15 June 2007 was a public health landmark.
The IHR (2005) require countries to detect, assess, notify and report events that could result in a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) to the World Health Organization (WHO). They are legally-binding on 194 countries (States Parties) across the globe, including all WHO Member States.
International Health Regulations (2005)
Activity report (2010)
