The world stands at a crossroads in the fight for #polio eradication. Despite significant strides, the threat of a resurgence looms large. 

We are optimistic that we can make polio the second human disease to be eradicated worldwide.

Globally, more than 1B women & girls are undernourished. We’re working with partners to invest in nutrition & show how #WomenChangeTheGame .

Learn how the community is activating to fight this crisis ahead of #N4GParis led by France Diplomatie🇫🇷🇪🇺 in 2025. wta

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Every child deserves a healthy future.

We are partnering with Rotary International and World Vision to launch the Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge to help strengthen community health systems and tackle the leading causes of death among children under 5. bit.ly/3RbJhKv

Investing in global health innovation pays off—literally.

Since 2000, investment in neglected disease R&D has unlocked nearly $11 trillion in economic benefit for communities around the world. With continued funding, that number could grow to nearly $50 trillion by 2040.

It’s a simple fact: family planning transforms lives and unlocks economic potential.

Marie Ba on why investing in women’s health is the first step to building healthy, thriving communities: gatesfoundation.org/ideas/articles…

Cholera, measles and polio are diseases that are vaccine-preventable and yet, continue to threaten people worldwide.

Improving vaccine access and detection efforts will help save lives. Thank you to the partners & leaders proving that a healthier world is #HumanlyPossible .

Investment in global health innovation for deadly diseases could save more than 40 million lives by 2040—if the world prioritizes the development and delivery of new drugs, vaccines, and diagnostics.

Learn more in PolicyCuresResearch’s new report: bit.ly/44Xwd17

Periods are normal. What should NOT be normal is lacking the products, resources, and support to manage periods safely, hygienically, and without shame. Together, we can create a #PeriodFriendlyWorld where everyone can thrive. Period. 🩸 #MHDay2024

With its growing youth population, Africa has incredible potential for sustainable development.

On #AfricaDay , we’re celebrating the power of Africa and the exciting future of the continent.

💉 Made in Africa for children in Africa.

UNICEF delivered the first shipment of WHO-prequalified, auto-disable safe syringes produced in Kenya to Niger.

This marks a significant step in advancing local production and supply of safe injection equipment.

Innovators like Dr. Stellah Bosire remind us that when women have agency and autonomy over their health, they can unlock their economic power.   

Learn more, and see Dr. Stellah’s full story: gates.ly/4dW7iPp