25th Anniversary of the World Health Organization - 55 dirham
Issued in 1973, this stamp commemorates the 25th anniversary of the World Health Organization (WHO), founded in 1948. Such programs were an important component of international campaigns against malaria and other vector-borne diseases during the mid-twentieth century.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Qatar expressed its support for the objectives and achievements of the World Health Organization. The issue highlighted the importance of disease prevention, environmental health, and international cooperation in public health, while recognizing the contribution of WHO programs to improving health standards and protecting communities around the world.