World Humanitarian Day, celebrated every year on August 19, honors the workers whose purpose in life is to help millions of people affected by natural disasters or armed conflicts around the world, particularly the most vulnerable populations.
Champions of Health are celebrities that join PAHO to promote public health in such areas as vaccination, disaster preparedness, tobacco control, alcohol abuse and many others. To learn more please visit the Champions of Health page.
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World Humanitarian Day, celebrated every year on August 19, honors the workers whose purpose in life is to help millions of people affected by natural disasters or armed conflicts around the world, particularly the most vulnerable populations. 
Champions of Health are celebrities that join PAHO to promote public health in such areas as vaccination, disaster preparedness, tobacco control, alcohol abuse and many others. To learn more 
