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1948

Formation of WHO: The World Health Organization was founded on 7 April 1948, making this day the annual observance of World Health Day. Its establishment marked a significant milestone in coordinating global health efforts and advancing public health across the world.

1969

NASA’s Apollo 9 Mission: NASA launched Apollo 9, the third crewed mission of the Apollo program, to test the lunar module in orbit around Earth.

1994

Introduction of First Genetically Modified Food: The Flavr Savr tomato, the first genetically engineered food approved for commercial sale, was launched in the United States.

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