Which of the following organization grew out of the United Nations (UN) and has the goal of attaining the highest possible level of health for all persons?
a. Economic and Social Council
b. World Health Organization (WHO)
c. Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
d. World Health Assembly (WHA)
ANS: B
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