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WHO

Abbreviation for World Health Organization

In short and in plain language

The WHO is the health body of the United Nations.

Among other things, it puts out reports. Some say how many people in the world may live with a disability.

Such figures are often used to show why web pages without barriers matter.

Definition
The WHO is the World Health Organization of the United Nations. Among other things, it publishes reports and estimates on how many people worldwide live with a disability. Such figures are often cited when discussing the importance of accessible websites.