Maria Van Kerkhove
@mvankerkhove.bsky.social
WHO Director ai of Epidemic and Pandemic Threat Management, infectious disease epidemiologist, believer in science and tough questions, mom of 2, opinions my own. WHO.int
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Like it or not,such human-wildlife interfaces are here to stay
Without understanding how viruses jump species & why some jumps cause outbreaks & others don’t,you’re really flying blind,says @mvankerkhove.bsky.social @who.int
“You’re making recommendations that may not be the most appropriate”
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Without understanding how viruses jump species & why some jumps cause outbreaks & others don’t,you’re really flying blind,says @mvankerkhove.bsky.social @who.int
“You’re making recommendations that may not be the most appropriate”
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June 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Like it or not,such human-wildlife interfaces are here to stay
Without understanding how viruses jump species & why some jumps cause outbreaks & others don’t,you’re really flying blind,says @mvankerkhove.bsky.social @who.int
“You’re making recommendations that may not be the most appropriate”
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Without understanding how viruses jump species & why some jumps cause outbreaks & others don’t,you’re really flying blind,says @mvankerkhove.bsky.social @who.int
“You’re making recommendations that may not be the most appropriate”
2/
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Wildlife trade acts as a vast global network of unregulated natural laboratories,with ample opportunities for viruses to circulate & evolve to become more dangerous
We can either turn a blind eye or try to understand & mitigate the risks
My latest in @nature.com
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www.nature.com/articles/d41...
We can either turn a blind eye or try to understand & mitigate the risks
My latest in @nature.com
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www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Exclusive: Inside the thriving wild-animal markets that could start the next pandemic
Live-animal markets are a natural laboratory for viruses to evolve and spark deadly outbreaks, yet scientists lack support to study the risks they pose.
www.nature.com
June 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Wildlife trade acts as a vast global network of unregulated natural laboratories,with ample opportunities for viruses to circulate & evolve to become more dangerous
We can either turn a blind eye or try to understand & mitigate the risks
My latest in @nature.com
1/
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
We can either turn a blind eye or try to understand & mitigate the risks
My latest in @nature.com
1/
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Thank you @csis.org Stephen Morrison for this discussion while I was in DC 🇺🇸 last week. @who.int
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Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO: “We would welcome a dialogue with the (Trump) administration.” | The CommonHealth | CSIS Podcasts
Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, Acting Director, WHO Department of Epidemic and Pandemic Threat Management, reveals her early, personal passions as a student of epidemiology.
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May 21, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Thank you @csis.org Stephen Morrison for this discussion while I was in DC 🇺🇸 last week. @who.int
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www.csis.org/podcasts/com...
Thank you for this nice piece. So #ProudToBeWHO and work with so many incredible colleagues across @who.int
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Maria Van Kerkhove: An American Scientist at the Heart of WHO’s Emergency Work
Maria Van Kerkhove is WHO's COVID-19 lead. Read how this upstate New York native is protecting American health.
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May 14, 2025 at 4:42 AM
Thank you for this nice piece. So #ProudToBeWHO and work with so many incredible colleagues across @who.int
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betterworldcampaign.org/global-healt...
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End the aid blockade!
People in Gaza are dying while WHO and partners' medical supplies and food are minutes away, ready for deployment. WHO calls for the release of all hostages and a ceasefire.
Peace is the only medicine.
Read more: www.who.int/news/item/12...
People in Gaza are dying while WHO and partners' medical supplies and food are minutes away, ready for deployment. WHO calls for the release of all hostages and a ceasefire.
Peace is the only medicine.
Read more: www.who.int/news/item/12...
May 12, 2025 at 7:11 PM
End the aid blockade!
People in Gaza are dying while WHO and partners' medical supplies and food are minutes away, ready for deployment. WHO calls for the release of all hostages and a ceasefire.
Peace is the only medicine.
Read more: www.who.int/news/item/12...
People in Gaza are dying while WHO and partners' medical supplies and food are minutes away, ready for deployment. WHO calls for the release of all hostages and a ceasefire.
Peace is the only medicine.
Read more: www.who.int/news/item/12...
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On #InternationalNursesDay, we honour the 30 million nurses who are the heart of health systems worldwide.
WHO urges accelerated investments to avoid a projected 4 million #nurse shortage by 2030.
Because when nurses are supported, everyone thrives 🔗 bit.ly/42SkqBL
WHO urges accelerated investments to avoid a projected 4 million #nurse shortage by 2030.
Because when nurses are supported, everyone thrives 🔗 bit.ly/42SkqBL
May 11, 2025 at 10:36 PM
On #InternationalNursesDay, we honour the 30 million nurses who are the heart of health systems worldwide.
WHO urges accelerated investments to avoid a projected 4 million #nurse shortage by 2030.
Because when nurses are supported, everyone thrives 🔗 bit.ly/42SkqBL
WHO urges accelerated investments to avoid a projected 4 million #nurse shortage by 2030.
Because when nurses are supported, everyone thrives 🔗 bit.ly/42SkqBL
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I am grateful that #TIME100Health recognises the work of all my colleagues around the world and underscores the importance of global collaboration to protect and promote #HealthForAll.
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May 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM
I am grateful that #TIME100Health recognises the work of all my colleagues around the world and underscores the importance of global collaboration to protect and promote #HealthForAll.
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Congratulations @drtedros.who.int and all WHO staff on the TIME 100 Health recognition.
Together, we will continue to work day in, day out, towards health for all.
Together, we will continue to work day in, day out, towards health for all.
I am grateful that #TIME100Health recognises the work of all my colleagues around the world and underscores the importance of global collaboration to protect and promote #HealthForAll.
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time.com/collections/...
May 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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The new WHO Mid-Term Results Report:
📘 highlights measurable achievements under the Thirteenth General Programme of Work
📘 outlines what still needs to be done
📘 reaffirms WHO’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and measurable impact.
bit.ly/3GGOJTf
📘 highlights measurable achievements under the Thirteenth General Programme of Work
📘 outlines what still needs to be done
📘 reaffirms WHO’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and measurable impact.
bit.ly/3GGOJTf
WHO Results Report 2024-2025
The WHO mid-term review of the implementation of the programme budget 2024-2025 reflects continued commitment by WHO to transparency, accountability, and results-based management. It presents an overv...
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May 10, 2025 at 7:16 AM
The new WHO Mid-Term Results Report:
📘 highlights measurable achievements under the Thirteenth General Programme of Work
📘 outlines what still needs to be done
📘 reaffirms WHO’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and measurable impact.
bit.ly/3GGOJTf
📘 highlights measurable achievements under the Thirteenth General Programme of Work
📘 outlines what still needs to be done
📘 reaffirms WHO’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and measurable impact.
bit.ly/3GGOJTf
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The new WHO Mid-Term Results Report is out!
It shows how we're helping the world to move closer to Universal Health Coverage, stronger health security, and #HealthForAll.
Explore the report: bit.ly/3GGOJTf
It shows how we're helping the world to move closer to Universal Health Coverage, stronger health security, and #HealthForAll.
Explore the report: bit.ly/3GGOJTf
May 10, 2025 at 7:15 AM
The new WHO Mid-Term Results Report is out!
It shows how we're helping the world to move closer to Universal Health Coverage, stronger health security, and #HealthForAll.
Explore the report: bit.ly/3GGOJTf
It shows how we're helping the world to move closer to Universal Health Coverage, stronger health security, and #HealthForAll.
Explore the report: bit.ly/3GGOJTf
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If you’re curious how vaccines are developed, read this ⬇️
Stay informed and stick with science. #VaccinesWork!
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Stay informed and stick with science. #VaccinesWork!
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What's in a vaccine?
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May 1, 2025 at 8:50 PM
If you’re curious how vaccines are developed, read this ⬇️
Stay informed and stick with science. #VaccinesWork!
www.who.int/news-room/fe...
Stay informed and stick with science. #VaccinesWork!
www.who.int/news-room/fe...
🆕 @who.int Science in 5: The truth about vaccine safety
Are vaccines safe? What’s actually in them? In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO’s Dr. Kate O’Brien breaks down how vaccines are tested, approved, and monitored even after they reach the public.
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Are vaccines safe? What’s actually in them? In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO’s Dr. Kate O’Brien breaks down how vaccines are tested, approved, and monitored even after they reach the public.
youtu.be/mqurUlmD7EI
WHO's Science in 5 - The truth about vaccine safety - 30 April 2025
YouTube video by World Health Organization (WHO)
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May 1, 2025 at 9:32 AM
🆕 @who.int Science in 5: The truth about vaccine safety
Are vaccines safe? What’s actually in them? In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO’s Dr. Kate O’Brien breaks down how vaccines are tested, approved, and monitored even after they reach the public.
youtu.be/mqurUlmD7EI
Are vaccines safe? What’s actually in them? In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO’s Dr. Kate O’Brien breaks down how vaccines are tested, approved, and monitored even after they reach the public.
youtu.be/mqurUlmD7EI
Congratulations to GOARN & parters who have contributed to its success in supporting countries over the last 25 years.
🙏to my colleagues at @who.int who seek no limelight, who focus on the work, who problem solve, who get their hands dirty, who inspire me every day.
www.who.int/news/item/28...
🙏to my colleagues at @who.int who seek no limelight, who focus on the work, who problem solve, who get their hands dirty, who inspire me every day.
www.who.int/news/item/28...
GOARN marks 25 years of advancing global health emergency preparedness and response
The Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) has been at the forefront of the global fight against health emergencies since its inception in April 2000. By leveraging the expertise of global...
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April 28, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Congratulations to GOARN & parters who have contributed to its success in supporting countries over the last 25 years.
🙏to my colleagues at @who.int who seek no limelight, who focus on the work, who problem solve, who get their hands dirty, who inspire me every day.
www.who.int/news/item/28...
🙏to my colleagues at @who.int who seek no limelight, who focus on the work, who problem solve, who get their hands dirty, who inspire me every day.
www.who.int/news/item/28...
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Uganda has declared the end of Ebola disease outbreak, less than three months after the virus was confirmed.
Robust, coordinated response by the government, supported by WHO and partners, was critical in stopping the outbreak.
Robust, coordinated response by the government, supported by WHO and partners, was critical in stopping the outbreak.
April 26, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Uganda has declared the end of Ebola disease outbreak, less than three months after the virus was confirmed.
Robust, coordinated response by the government, supported by WHO and partners, was critical in stopping the outbreak.
Robust, coordinated response by the government, supported by WHO and partners, was critical in stopping the outbreak.
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@who.int Member States made history today by reaching consensus on a proposed #PandemicAccord: www.who.int/news/item/16...
I thank national negotiators for their foresight, commitment and tireless work. We look forward to #WHA78 where countries will consider the agreement for final adoption.
I thank national negotiators for their foresight, commitment and tireless work. We look forward to #WHA78 where countries will consider the agreement for final adoption.
April 16, 2025 at 3:12 AM
@who.int Member States made history today by reaching consensus on a proposed #PandemicAccord: www.who.int/news/item/16...
I thank national negotiators for their foresight, commitment and tireless work. We look forward to #WHA78 where countries will consider the agreement for final adoption.
I thank national negotiators for their foresight, commitment and tireless work. We look forward to #WHA78 where countries will consider the agreement for final adoption.
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The #TIME100 includes me this year, but I think of it as recognition of my colleagues at @who.int , who work day in, day out, in cities, villages and places of conflict, in pursuit of #HealthForAll.
I would like to thank my friend Larry Brilliant for the humbling tribute he wrote.
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I would like to thank my friend Larry Brilliant for the humbling tribute he wrote.
time.com/time100
April 18, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The #TIME100 includes me this year, but I think of it as recognition of my colleagues at @who.int , who work day in, day out, in cities, villages and places of conflict, in pursuit of #HealthForAll.
I would like to thank my friend Larry Brilliant for the humbling tribute he wrote.
time.com/time100
I would like to thank my friend Larry Brilliant for the humbling tribute he wrote.
time.com/time100
How is this not on every news channel?
All 25 supported bakeries in Gaza have now shut down.
As the blockade on Gaza continues for over a month, people face growing risks of severe hunger, malnutrition, and lack of adequate health care.
Urgent humanitarian access is critical to resume lifesaving services
#ceasefire
As the blockade on Gaza continues for over a month, people face growing risks of severe hunger, malnutrition, and lack of adequate health care.
Urgent humanitarian access is critical to resume lifesaving services
#ceasefire
April 26, 2025 at 10:07 AM
How is this not on every news channel?
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At #UniteToFight2024 Dr Maria Van Kerkhove from the World Health Organization says that we should have “quality, evidence based care and support, accessible by all” … at a time when some #LongCovid clinics in England are closing.
May 15, 2024 at 8:00 AM
At #UniteToFight2024 Dr Maria Van Kerkhove from the World Health Organization says that we should have “quality, evidence based care and support, accessible by all” … at a time when some #LongCovid clinics in England are closing.
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Don’t pretend COVID-19 didn’t happen! Five years since the declaration of a public health emergency, @who.int’s Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove shares her reflections. Via @science.org
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January 16, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Don’t pretend COVID-19 didn’t happen! Five years since the declaration of a public health emergency, @who.int’s Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove shares her reflections. Via @science.org
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
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📣1/2 As we hear news from the U.S. that The Office of #LongCovid Research and Practice is apparently being shut, we thought we’d bring you another video for #LongCovidAwareness month.
Big thank you to Dr Maria Van Kerkhove of @who.int for making a recording for us🙏
(Video in 2 parts for Bluesky)
Big thank you to Dr Maria Van Kerkhove of @who.int for making a recording for us🙏
(Video in 2 parts for Bluesky)
March 25, 2025 at 9:33 AM
📣1/2 As we hear news from the U.S. that The Office of #LongCovid Research and Practice is apparently being shut, we thought we’d bring you another video for #LongCovidAwareness month.
Big thank you to Dr Maria Van Kerkhove of @who.int for making a recording for us🙏
(Video in 2 parts for Bluesky)
Big thank you to Dr Maria Van Kerkhove of @who.int for making a recording for us🙏
(Video in 2 parts for Bluesky)
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NEW MEIDAS HEALTH: America First or America Alone? Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, senior leader at WHO, joins Meidas Health host Dr. Vin Gupta to discuss the very real ways a full-scale withdrawal from WHO impacts every American, both visibly and behind the scenes. (more links in reply)
Meidas Health, Episode 4: Why Trump’s WHO Exit Puts Us All at Risk (Dr. Van Kerkhove)
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April 18, 2025 at 2:13 AM
NEW MEIDAS HEALTH: America First or America Alone? Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, senior leader at WHO, joins Meidas Health host Dr. Vin Gupta to discuss the very real ways a full-scale withdrawal from WHO impacts every American, both visibly and behind the scenes. (more links in reply)