Who is WHO?
The World Health Organization is present throughout your life and impacts your health in many ways. Here’s 1 minute of why and how WHO and public health matter. #worldhealthorganization #health #publichealth

Tackle misinformation around hMPV with key facts:
- hMPV is a common respiratory virus
- Most people infected have mild upper respiratory symptoms
- increase in seasonal influenza, rhinovirus, RSV & hMPV in China is within the range expected for this time of year.
More: www.who.int/emergencies/...

Cervical cancer develops in a woman's cervix (the entrance to the uterus from the vagina).
It is the 4th most common cancer in women. Effective primary (HPV vaccination) and secondary prevention approaches (screening for, and treating precancerous lesions) will prevent most cases. Spread the word!

31 Dec marked 5 years since COVID-19 was identified in Wuhan as a “viral pneumonia”.
Let’s honour the lives changed & lost, recognize those suffering from COVID & long COVID, express gratitude to the health workers who sacrificed so much, & commit to learning from COVID to build a healthier future.

WHO estimates that over 12k people require medical evacuation from #Gaza to access specialized treatment.

Since Oct 2023, only 5325 patients have been evacuated.

We strongly urge the use of all available corridors from Gaza to ensure medical evacuations proceed smoothly and without delay.

Good news in global health!

The outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease was declared over today by the Gvt of Rwanda with no new cases reported over the last 42 days after the last patient tested negative for the virus twice.

Read more: hq_who_departmentofcommunications.cmail19.com/t/d-l-swtda-...

Genital herpes affects millions worldwide, yet the stigma surrounding it keeps the conversation in the shadows.

We need more research and investment in developing new herpes vaccines and therapies, and their equitable use, to improve quality of life for people around the world.

There are now 305 million people around the world in need of humanitarian assistance.

Despite challenges, humanitarian agencies reached nearly 116 million people in 2024, delivering vital food, shelter, healthcare, education and protection services.

Grateful for the opportunity to have contributed to this critical work addressing the digital gender divide, which continues to exclude millions of women and girls from the benefits of digital health transformation.

➡ Explore the policy brief to learn more: lnkd.in/gbebRCyA

Politicizing health and rights, coupled with the spread of disinformation and misinformation, poses a severe threat to global well-being. By promoting accurate information, protecting human rights, and fostering trust, we can mitigate the dangers and ensure a healthier, more equitable world for all.

Polarization enables misinformation.

Let’s keep @bsky.app a welcoming space for open dialogue. The goal isn’t for us all to agree with each other, but to foster meaningful and respectful conversations.

One of the things I truly appreciate about my work at the World Health Organization is the ability to continuously learn.

The opportunity to engage with leaders and colleagues inspire me to grow professionally & personally, and @bsky.app is a new channel to do just that.

Let’s connect!

A world where everyone belongs.

Gender-neutral toilets are a simple yet powerful step toward ensuring everyone feels safe, respected, and included.

Are there gender-neutral toilets in your contexts?

#WorldToiletDay

Over 800 million people around the world live with diabetes. #Diabetes can be treated and its consequences avoided or delayed with diet, physical activity, medication and regular screening and treatment for complications.
Prevention is possible.

🗞️Estimated cases of measles in 2023: 10.3 million

📈Increase in measles cases from 2022 to 2023: 20%

👶🏾🧒Children who missed their first dose of measles vaccine in 2023: 22 million

✅Measles is preventable with two doses of measles vaccine.

#VaccinesWork

Misinformation is not just false information—it’s a public health threat.

Health decisions should be based on accurate, evidence-based information. Let’s foster trust, promote transparency and understand the needs of our audiences through dialogue.

We all have a role to play.

#misinformation