WHO: World Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) is the directing and coordinating authority on international health within the United Nations' system. WHO's Web site is an Open Access database providing regularly updated information on the organization and global health issues. The site contains a well-organized database of information about WHO programs, the countries it serves, global health topics and concerns, and data and statistics in support of this information. This review gives an overview of the site's extensive features by exploring the individual topics listed on the main site menu and their subsequent links. Suggestions are made as to which sections are most appropriate for the casual user, global traveler, or in-depth researcher.