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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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What can I do to protect myself against respiratory diseases such as #influenza and #COVID19 ?
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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Lead is toxic 💀 Banning lead paint 🖌️ is the most effective way to prevent lead exposure. Learn more about how lead affects you 👉 - International #LeadPoisoning Prevention Week
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@DrTedros
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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. @WHO and partners transferred 14 critical patients and 11 companions from Kamal Adwan Hospital to Al-Shifa Hospital - as part of a two day mission, amid hostilities and access restrictions, which forced the team to stay at Kamal Adwan hospital over night with heavy bombardment
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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WHO recommends groups at risk of severe disease or high exposure protect themselves by staying up to date with their #influenza and #COVID19 vaccinations
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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Getting vaccinated against #influenza and #COVID19 helps keep our community healthy
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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Lead is a naturally occurring heavy metal used throughout human history in: ⛽ Petrol 🎣 Fishing weights 🎨 Paint 🔋 Batteries 💄 Makeup Lead can cause severe damage to your brain, heart, and kidneys and causes IQ loss in children. It can also kill you 💀 Find out more
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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Don’t delay! Reach out to your local clinic or health provider to find out when and where to get vaccinated against #influenza and #COVID19
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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LIVE: @DrTedros ’s remarks at the @WHOWPRO Regional Committee Meeting. #RCM75
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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Let's #EndTB and bust some dangerous #tuberculosis myths.
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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This Hajj health card is all you need to keep your health information handy. It helps you access a summary of your: 📌Medication needs 📌Allergies 📌Immunization status 📌Pre-existing conditions and more. Let’s harness the power of digital health! #HealthForAll
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@DrTedros
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Before leaving Kigali, I met with @WHORwanda staff and thanked them for their work with @RwandaHealth to end the #Marburg outbreak, but also to advance other areas of public health to achieve #HealthForAll . We also brainstormed ways to create more contractual stability for
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@DrTedros
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Congratulations to the health workers, people and government of #Vietnam on the elimination of #trachoma . This monumental achievement underscores the power of collective action, innovative thinking and a shared commitment to a healthier future for all.
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@DrTedros
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Great news: #Egypt is malaria-free! This certification is truly historic, and a testament to the commitment of the people and government of Egypt to rid themselves of this ancient scourge. I congratulate Egypt on this achievement, which is an inspiration to other countries in
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@WHO
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📦 What is inside a WHO NCDs Kit for #emergencies ❓ It contains essential treatments for: ✅ diabetes ✅ hypertension & cardiac conditions ✅ asthma & other medicines. Each kit provides access to lifesaving medicines & supplies for 10,000 people for over 3 months. #BeatNCDs
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@WHORwanda
WHO Rwanda
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Today @WHO DG @DrTedros joined @nsanzimanasabin , Minister of Health in #Rwanda , for an update on the #Marburg outbreak situation and response: "Leadership at the top level is essential in any outbreak response and this is what we see here in Rwanda."
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@DrTedros
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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As a proud son of Africa, I am deeply humbled to accept this year’s @RebrandingAF Governance Leadership Award.   I have accepted it with a mixture of pride and humility, not only on my own behalf, but on behalf of all my colleagues at @WHO .   We remain committed to keep working
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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During the #COVID19 pandemic, routine immunizations in #VietNam were disrupted. In 2023, WHO worked with local authorities to provide catch-up vaccinations and train health workers. More children in hard to reach and disadvantaged areas are now immunized, reducing health
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@WHOAFRO
WHO African Region
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As of 17 October, three countries—Cameroon, Gabon, and Guinea—have not recorded new #mpox cases in six weeks. This means they have moved from having ‘active’ outbreaks to a ‘control phase’.  WHO will continue to support countries in maintaining progress.
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@DrTedros
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Two years ago I visited #Rwanda for the groundbreaking ceremony of the BioNTech facility in Kigali, which raised great hope for local production of vaccines in Africa. Today, I returned to the site and was proud to witness the fast progress of construction of the facility.
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@WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
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LIVE from #Rwanda : Media briefing on the #Marburg outbreak response with @DrTedros and Health Minister @nsanzimanasabin
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