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Good nutrition fuels better health and brighter futures. From stronger immune systems to safer childbirth — nutrition changes lives. But today, the world faces a double burden: undernutrition & obesity. 💡 WHO tackles this challenge with global support. Donate now: bit.ly/3QYjS6L

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After over 3 years of negotiations, WHO Member States have finalized a draft #PandemicAccord to make the world safer from future pandemics. The draft agreement will now be submitted to WHO’s Member States meeting at the #WHA78 for consideration and adoption. bit.ly/3EaZQmL

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The past 2 years of conflict in #Sudan have led to a devastating humanitarian crisis. While WHO continues to provide aid wherever possible, we urgently need unhindered access to reach all people in need across Sudan.

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#ChagasDisease has the most severe impact among Latin America's impoverished communities but it is increasingly detected in other parts of the world. 100M people are at risk of infection. bit.ly/3vFipLv

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A month of aid blockade in #Gaza has left families hungry, without clean water, shelter, or adequate health care. @who.int calls for: -lifting of the aid blockade -protection of health care -unimpeded humanitarian access -resumption of daily medical evacuations -release of hostages -ceasefire

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#Meningitis can kill within hours - and survivors may face lifelong impacts. It affects people of all ages, everywhere. WHO’s new guidelines aim to boost diagnosis treatment and care - so more survive, and fewer live with lasting effects. bit.ly/4jbQC96 #DefeatMeningitis

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Measles is a serious disease. 1 in 5 children who are infected with measles end up in hospital, often with pneumonia. Children can also suffer complications, such as deafness, blindness, or even brain damage. No parent wants to see their child end up in hospital.

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Investing in maternal and newborn health is an investment in the future, not a cost. It supports: 💙 Lifelong health 💙 Healthy societies 💙 #HopefulFutures 💙 Prosperity and stability Improving the health of women and babies means collaborating and investing in #HealthForAll

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Maternal health in Africa: there’s progress, but challenges remain 🚨 The region bears a disproportionate burden of maternal mortality, counting for 70% of global maternal deaths in 2023. bit.ly/42cK1VT

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It's #WorldHealthDay Since 2000, maternal deaths globally declined by 40%! 💙 BUT—progress is slowing, and aid funding cuts mean major threats to lifesaving maternity services in many parts of the world. ❌

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Even if you feel great, some health problems don’t show obvious symptoms. That’s why prenatal tests are so important! Every test is a step toward a healthy pregnancy. Work with your health worker to ensure you get the care you need, when you need it. 💕

submitted 11 days ago • 3 comments

Funding cuts are threatening global health progress, including maternal & newborn care. WHO faces unprecedented financial challenges — but we can rise as one! Donate to the #OneWorldMovement: bit.ly/3QYjS6L

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WHO brought together 15+ countries & 20+ partners to test a new global coordination mechanism for health emergencies. The Global Health Emergency Corps is designed to: 🔹 Strengthen the emergency workforce 🔹 Coordinate surge team deployments 🔹 Enhance cross-country collaboration 🔗 bit.ly/41YX9Oc

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Feeling those little kicks? 🤰🏾✨ Most moms start noticing baby movements between 16–24 weeks. ⚠️ If movements decrease, stop, or become suddenly intense—seek emergency care. ❌ Do NOT rely on home heartbeat monitors—they can miss serious issues. Get checked if something feels off!

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#Measles can be fatal. Do you know its symptoms? 🔸 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body 🔸 Fever 🔸 Runny nose 🔸 Cough 🔸 Red and watery eyes 🔸 Small white spots inside the cheeks Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles.

submitted 14 days ago • 10 comments

Fungi can cause infections when people breathe them in or get them on their skin. Most fungi are harmless, but some can be life-threatening. New report: bit.ly/42bAxc5

submitted 16 days ago • 5 comments

#Angola has been experiencing a large #cholera outbreak since January 2025. To date, 8 000+ cases & 320+ deaths have been reported. The outbreak is affecting much of the country with the highest number of cases reported from the region around Luanda. 🧵 Here's what is known so far: bit.ly/4hRi6z2

submitted 17 days ago • 4 comments

WHO urgently needs US$ 8 million over the next 30 days to deliver life-saving trauma care, prevent disease outbreaks, and restore essential health services in Myanmar. Donate Now. Save lives. 🔗 bit.ly/3FKzTKW

submitted 17 days ago • 5 comments

Sagaing Earthquake in Myanmar: Situation Report - the health needs are soaring and WHO is ready to respond. www.who.int/southeastasi...

submitted 18 days ago • 4 comments

At least 95% measles vaccine coverage is needed in all communities to prevent #measles and stop outbreaks. The only way to prevent measles? Two doses of measles vaccine. Let’s close the gap and keep measles away!

submitted 19 days ago • 13 comments

Heartbreaking scenes from the earthquake that hit Myanmar and Thailand today. My thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. 📷 @gettyimages.com

submitted 19 days ago • 1 comment

In Nigeria’s Imo State, a high proportion of people are living in poverty, unable to afford basic health care services. New health insurance laws and programmes now ensure their access to affordable health care. This is how they did it! bit.ly/4igS5dF

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A decline in funding for the HIV response could result in millions of preventable new infections and deaths, with up to 120,000 of these deaths affecting children. International cooperation is essential to sustain the advances we’ve made in HIV prevention, testing, and treatment. bit.ly/43uTfxA

submitted 20 days ago • 25 comments

Our Director-General @drtedros.who.int is now on BlueSky 👇

submitted 21 days ago • 4 comments

In 2022, #Gambia faced a crisis when contaminated cough syrup caused the death of 66 children. This is the story of how the Government of Gambia responded to this crisis to ensure the highest standards of quality control. Read more at bit.ly/3CzGUwZ

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New WHO #MentalHealth guidance provides all countries with practical tools to strengthen policies & services. It tackles social factors that affect mental health like poverty & housing, ensures people with lived experience have a voice, & promotes rights-based care. Learn more: bit.ly/4lgVjjk

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One of life’s greatest tragedies is losing a child. And yet, 1 child under 5 dies somewhere in the world every 18 seconds - mostly from preventable causes like 💔 Birth complications 💔 Pneumonia 💔 Diarrhoea 💔 Malaria This amounts to 4.8 MILLION deaths each year. NEW report: bit.ly/4kTTBUV

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It's #WorldTBDay. To ensure quick diagnosis and early treatment, WHO recommends the use of rapid molecular #tuberculosis (TB) tests as the initial diagnostic test for all persons with signs and symptoms of TB. Learn more about TB 👉 bit.ly/3yYNwzx #EndTB

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Yes, #Tuberculosis (TB) is curable! TB is treated with antibiotics taken daily for 4–6 months. ⚠️ Stopping treatment early can lead to drug-resistant TB. Funding cuts & rising drug resistance put the most vulnerable at risk. Sustained support is crucial to #EndTB 👉 bit.ly/4ilkK1h #WorldTBDay

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Today is #WorldTBDay. #Tuberculosis - or TB - is caused by bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis that mainly affects the lungs. Common symptoms include ❗️ Cough ❗️ Chest pains ❗️ Weight loss ❗️ Fever ❗️ Night sweats Learn more about TB 👉 bit.ly/3yYNwzx #EndTB

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Severe resource shortages are threatening the global response to end #tuberculosis (TB). A quarter of the world’s population could be infected with TB and not even know it. Is there a cure? What is the treatment? How do we diagnose TB? Listen in to Dr Tereza Kasaeva on Science in 5. bit.ly/4kRdJXE

submitted 25 days ago • 5 comments

Now more than ever, we must step up action and protect #HealthForAll. Recent funding cuts are hitting global health hard—let’s take action before it’s too late! 🧵

submitted 26 days ago • 6 comments

Everyone has the right to quality health care! People with #DownSyndrome must be able to access the health care they need - without stigma & discrimination - incl.: 👩‍⚕️regular check-ups ℹ️ information on health promotion 💪quality & affordable services that support happy, healthy lives bit.ly/41HLpOL

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