World Health Organization (WHO)

@WHO

We are the @UN’s health agency working for #HealthForAll Always check our latest tweets for updated advice/information.


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    Science shows what is possible. From breakthrough medicines and life-saving vaccines to cleaner air and new discoveries, science works for all of us, every day. Let's come togethe…

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    The deadliest Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak can be stopped. Read the article by @DrTedros, @ProfJanabi and @Dr_JeanKaseya. Article:

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    Loneliness contributes to 871 000 deaths globally each year. In the second episode of our brand-new Off the Record podcast, we explore the impact loneliness can have on health and…

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    Nothing online is really free. When you're not paying with money, you're usually paying with attention, and that shapes almost everything you see. Feeds don't show you what's most…

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    🌍 AirPollution claims 7 million lives each year. Ella died from a serious asthma attack when she was nine. Since the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Rosamund has been a relent…

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    Dementia affects each person in a different way. Learn the common signs and symptoms of dementia: - Forgetting recent events or names - Misplacing things - Getting lost while walk…

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    Almost 60% of tobacco users want to quit. Maybe you're one of them. That’s 750 million people worldwide. With support, you CAN make your wish come true. Quitting tobacco can earn…

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    Ever feel like the algorithm knows you a little too well? Digital spaces can help you find your community, learn and connect with people who get you. The key is to notice when a p…

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    The current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) is the largest Ebola disease outbreak ever recorded in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), irrespective of Ebola virus species.…

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    Self-care starts with the choices you make every day. Here’s your sign to take one step today: - choose nourishing foods, - move your body, - step away from tobacco, - cut back on…

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    Around 1 in 6 people 60 years and older experienced some form of abuse in community settings during the past year. What is elder abuse? Elder abuse can take a number of forms 🚫 Ph…

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    The Democratic Republic of the Congo (#DRC) will receive Ervebo vaccines from the global Ebola virus disease vaccine stockpile for use in the current Bundibugyo virus disease outb…

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    Gender equality starts with health. All women, especially those in underserved communities, face bigger challenges due to social biases and unequal opportunities. A healthier, fai…

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    #Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, is a diverse group of brain development conditions. In 2021, about 1 in 127 people worldwide were estimated to be on the autism spectrum. Sig…

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    What happens when health workers lose their lives in an attack? And what happens to the families waiting for them to come home? What happens to their hopes for a peaceful future?…

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    Attacks on health care can disrupt entire health systems. And the impact goes far beyond a single facility or incident. Despite clear international humanitarian laws to protect he…

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    Victoria* (name changed) is a primary healthcare doctor in Ukraine's Sumy region. She serves people living closest to the front line, many of whom have no other way to access medi…

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    When health facilities, health workers, medical transport and supplies come under attack, those vulnerable, sick, and seeking life-saving care lose all hope of healing. Every atta…

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    Since December 2017, WHO has documented: - more than 10 400 attacks on health care - across 29 countries and territories, - resulting in more than 5700 deaths and 8500 injuries. E…

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    In 2026 alone, 911 health workers and patients have lost their lives to attacks on health care across 19 countries and territories. And nearly 1486 others have suffered injuries.…

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    Cataract is one of the leading causes of vision impairment and blindness, affecting 94 million people worldwide. Don’t take your eyes for granted. Regular eye exams and timely tre…

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    For today's youth the digital world isn't separate from real life, it's part of it. The content they consume, the interactions they have, and the experiences they navigate online…

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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, hea…

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    Want better sleep? 😴 Let your body wind down and give your mind a break from screens, including TVs, computers and smartphones, before bedtime.