Obesity and Type 2 #Diabetes - T2DM are strongly interrelated, with 80-85% of people with diabetes being Overweight or Obese Those with #Obesity have ~three times the risk of developing T2DM compared to those of normal weight (20% vs. 7.3%) Obesity is both Preventable/Treatable

We have conversations with people every day. Active listening goes beyond hearing words—it's about understanding emotions, perspectives, needs and intentions. Most importantly, in the workplace, it enhances teamwork, boosts productivity and strengthens leadership. 1/2

Iyo wipimishije #HIV ugasanga uyifite, ntibikwiye kugutera ubwoba! Tangira gufata imiti igabanya ubukana neza ukurikize inama zamuganga. Ibi bigufasha kudakomeza kwanduza abandi no kurwaragurika.Ubuzima burakomeza! #UequalsU UNAIDS Rwanda Tito Hare NIWEMWIZA Anne Marie Youths Empowerment Scholars Initiative Rwanda

Antibiotics are for use when prescribed by your physician. Sharing antibiotics is dangerous, and can lead to unaccounted consequences. Let us follow guidelines and prevent #AMR #ActNow #SafeAntibiotics

1 in 4 young women will have been subjected to violence by an intimate partner by the time they reach their mid-20s. Intimate partner violence and sexual violence are the most common forms of violence against women and girls. Together, we must #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

GUEST OF HONOR: Dr Brian Chirombo, WHO Country Represantative at #ResearchDisseminationMeeting “A complete doctor is not one who focuses solely on books but on cross-cutting knowledge and skills including research.” #VivaMEDSAR

Thrilled to participate in the #ASRH dissemination meeting at Lemigo Hotel, Kigali. As a youth-led NGO, Youths Empowerment Scholars Initiative Rwanda is dedicated to advancing adolescent sexual and reproductive health in Rwanda. We’re committed to ensuring accessible, CSE and services for all young people.

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“Investing in capacity building & mentoring medical students to conduct research enhances their educational experience & contributes to advancement of medical science & public health” said World Health Organization (WHO)🇷🇼Rep Dr Dr Brian Chirombo at the WHO-supported MEDSAR RWANDA ASRH study dissemination.

WHO Rwanda, Rwanda Biomedical Centre & University of Rwanda jointly supported MEDSAR RWANDA students to conduct the adolescent sexual & reproductive health study, aimed at understanding the factors contributing to teen pregnancy and then use the findings to reduce the high teenage pregnancy in 🇷🇼.

The young health professionals are incredibly proud of the outstanding work WHO Rwanda is doing to empower and educate them under the leadership of Dr. Dr Brian Chirombo, particularly through research and capacity-building initiatives. Rwanda Biomedical Centre University of Rwanda Prof. Kayihura Muganga Didas

The meaningful participation of the youth in decision-making processes is rewarding. It empowers them 2 take leadership roles, shape policies and champion justice, fairness, accountability & peace. This enables them 2 build an equitable & inclusive society. #YouthForDemocracy

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Some signs someone may be considering suicide: ▶️Severe mood changes ▶️Withdrawal from loved ones ▶️Expressing thoughts or plans about ending their life If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, you are not alone.

#DYK Africa has the highest suicide rate in the world? You can support someone who may be considering suicide: ✅Talk to them & listen with an open mind ✅Encourage them to seek help from a health worker ✅Don’t leave them alone if they are in immediate danger of self-harm

Youth bring new ideas, perspectives and a dynamic approach 2 addressing community issues. When their needs & aspirations are reflected in policies & governance structures, they contribute 2 building resilient societies that are more responsive & accountable. #YouthForDemocracy

2/2: With others, we developed an action plan for 2024-2025, committing to applying our new skills and promoting sustainable practices! ♻️💪 Dr. Valentine Uwamariya GGGI Rwanda #Sustainability #EnvironmentalProtection #ClimateAction #GreenRising

#ThursdayThrowback Let's act now to protect our future! 🔹 UN Office on Drugs & Crime , over 35M pple suffer from drug use disorders globally, many of them youth. 🔹 World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 90% of mental health issues in youth are linked to substance abuse. Stay tuned for the upcomings on #YDSARProject

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