International Health Regulations (IHR)

The International Health Regulations (IHR) are a global legal framework established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to help countries manage and respond to public health emergencies, such as disease outbreaks. They aim to enhance global health security by ensuring countries report health threats, share information, and implement necessary measures to prevent the spread of diseases. The IHR focus on collaboration among nations to protect public health while respecting individual countries' sovereignty. Overall, they are crucial for a coordinated international response to ensure health safety worldwide.