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Safe abortion technical and policy guidance for health systems by World Health Organization ( )
8 editions published between 2003 and 2012 in English and held by 1,183 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In June 1999, a United Nations General Assembly Special Session reviewed and appraised progress toward implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in Cairo, 1994. At this Special Session, the Governments of the world again recognised unsafe abortion as a major public health concern, and pledged their commitment to reduce the need for abortion through expanded and improved family planning services. They also agreed that, ''in circumstances where abortion is not against the law, health systems should train and equip health-s

WHO drug information by World Health Organization ( )
in 3 languages and held by 1,164 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Neuroscience of psychoactive substance use and dependence by World Health Organization ( )
8 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 1,089 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Neuroscience of Psychoactive Substance Use and Dependence provides an authoritative summary of current knowledge of the biological basis of substance use behaviours, including their relationship with environmental factors. The report focuses on a wide range of psychoactive substances, including tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs. New developments in neuroscience research are discussed (e.g., mechanisms governing craving, tolerance, neuroadaptation, immunotherapies and the concept of dependence) as well the ethical implications of these developments. As the product of consultations with and con

Water quality monitoring a practical guide to the design and implementation of freshwater quality studies and monitoring programmes by Jamie Bartram ( )
9 editions published between 1996 and 2007 in English and held by 1,074 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The approaches and methods for water quality monitoring described in this handbook are based upon the experience gained, over two decades, with the design and establishment of the global freshwater quality monitoring network, GEMS/WATER. The GEMS/WATER programme is co-sponsored by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Health organization (WHO), together with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the World Meteorological Organiza

The tobacco atlas by Judith Mackay ( )
7 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 1,043 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In "The Tobacco Atlas", full-colour maps and graphics illustrate in a clear and accessible format a wide range of tobacco issues, revealing similarities and differences between countries, and exposing the behaviour of the tobacco companies. It also examines solutions and predicts the future course of the epidemic.; The atlas attempts to illustrate that tobacco is not just a simple health issue, but involves economics, big business, politics, trade, litigation, deceit and crimes such as smuggling. It also demonstrates the importance of a multifaceted approach to reducing the epidemic by WHO, other UN agencies, NGOs and the private sector

World health : published for the non-technical reader by the World Health Organization ( )
in English and held by 1,009 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Water pollution control a guide to the use of water quality management principles ( )
8 editions published between 1997 and 2007 in English and held by 953 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is a handbook for policy makers and environmental managers in water authorities and engineering companies engaged in water quality programmes, especially in developing countries. It is also suitable for use as a textbook or as training material

Global tuberculosis control surveillance, planning, financing : WHO report 2004 by World Health Organization ( )
7 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 940 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Decision-making in environmental health from evidence to action by D Briggs ( )
6 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 896 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Decision-Making in Environmental Health looks at the need for information in support of decision -making in environmental health. It will be an invaluable source of information for researchers in health and environmental health officers

Laboratory biosafety manual by World Health Organization ( Book )
16 editions published between 1983 and 2006 in English and held by 879 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
For more than 20 years, since it was first published in 1983, the Laboratory biosafety manual has provided practical guidance on biosafety techniques for use in laboratories at all levels. Good microbiological technique and appropriate use of biosafety equipment by well trained staff remain the fundamental elements of laboratory biosafety. However, globalization, significant advances in technology, the emergence of new diseases and serious threats arising from the deliberate misuse and release of microbiological agents and toxins have necessitated a review of current procedures. For this new e