Over 2 million people from #Sudan have fled to neighbouring countries.

Chad hosts nearly 40% of Sudanese refugees in the region, with Eastern Chad seeing a constant influx. Many arrive with severe injuries and malnutrition, straining the already weak health system.…

A very positive development in Europe and I don't think this has been reported much in the media during the last few decades.

The suicide rates among young people declined in many European countries.

Wild poliovirus weekly case update from World Health Organization (WHO): one new case in Afghanistan.
In 2024: Afghanistan: 2; Pakistan: 2
In 2023: Afghanistan: 6; Pakistan: 6.
bit.ly/3MnsSxA. #EndPolio .

#Nigeria is the first country in the world to roll out a new #meningitis vaccine, Men5CV recommended by World Health Organization (WHO): who.int/news/item/12-0…

Meningitis is an old and deadly foe, but this new vaccine holds the potential to change the trajectory of the disease, preventing future…

Investing in data systems in developing countries yields a $35 return for every $1 spent, laying a solid foundation for both public health advancements and economic growth.

🅱️ #Hepatitis B:
🧪 Only 13% of people living with chronic infection had been diagnosed
💊 Approx. 3% had received antiviral therapy at the end of 2022

©️ Hepatitis C:
🧪 Only 36% had been diagnosed
💊 20% had received curative treatment

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3500 people dying globally due to hepatitis B and C infections every day: 2024 Global Hepatitis Report

#Hepatitis is the second leading infectious cause of death globally -- with 1.3 million deaths per year

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Each photo is a poignant plea for peace by Chris Black Christopher Black World Health Organization (WHO) petersbeaumont The Guardian

LIVE: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and Volker Türk in an open dialogue on how to realize the right to health in a world in turmoil. #MyHealthMyRight twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

To keep up the #MyHealthMyRight momentum, I look forward to hosting High Commissioner Volker Türk tomorrow for an open dialogue on how to realize the right to health in a world in turmoil.

Tune in at World Health Organization (WHO)'s X channel, at 12:30 CEST.

#WorldHealthDay

Right. Health is a human right.
#WorldHealthDay2024

140 countries recognize health as a human right in their constitution. Yet, for billions of people, this right remains out of reach.

This #WorldHealthDay , we call on all people to claim #MyHealthMyRight !

Indeed, “accountability mechanisms are important, but only when heeded.”
The Lancet

‘My health, my right’ is not just a slogan; we must deliver. At World Health Organization (WHO), we're committed to being accountable to the people we serve, ensuring everyone's right to health. #WorldHealthDay

Wild poliovirus weekly case update from World Health Organization (WHO): one new case in Afghanistan.
In 2024: Afghanistan: 1; Pakistan: 2
In 2023: Afghanistan: 6; Pakistan: 6.
bit.ly/3MnsSxA. #EndPolio .

Progress is possible. With political commitment, Neglected Tropical Diseases #NTDs are preventable and treatable, and many are on track to be eliminated. Not neglected anymore!

76 years since our founding, World Health Organization (WHO) remains totally committed to the highest attainable standard of health, as a fundamental right for all people, everywhere.

This Sunday is #WorldHealthDay . We call on all people to demand #MyHealthMyRight !

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Wild poliovirus weekly case update from World Health Organization (WHO) (week of 27 March) : No new cases.
In 2024: Afghanistan: 0; Pakistan: 2
In 2023: Afghanistan: 6; Pakistan: 6.
bit.ly/3MnsSxA. #EndPolio .

Pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response has been a day one priority for President Biden.

Secretary Antony Blinken and I are working towards consensus on an international negotiation to protect the global public against future outbreaks.

Read more: hhs.gov/about/news/202…

“The Pandemic Agreement is not merely a piece of paper. It's a lifesaving instrument.” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

A strong case for mandating indoor air quality in public buildings
science.org/doi/10.1126/sc…
Science Magazine lidia morawska Joseph Allen and an impressive list of 40+ co-authors with expertise