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Global Cooperation on Assistive Technology #GATE | 💜🧡 | #ATChangesLives | @WHO Assistive Technology (secretariat)
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Shape the future of assistive technology! 🌏 @WHO & @UNICEF need your input on a global survey. Whether you're a user, policymaker, provider, researcher, designer, or advocate, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts & spread the word! Link: https://t.co/33evrHvg8i
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Today is a deeply significant day for all who believe in — and strive for — peace. I hope the announcement of the hostage release deal and ceasefire in #Gaza brings a permanent end to the violence and the suffering brought by this conflict.
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Prolonged screen or reading times can lead to eye strain, dry eyes, and headaches. DO ✅ take breaks! Use the 20 - 20 - 20 rule to help your eyes: 🖥️ After using a screen for 20 minutes 📏 Look at an object 20 feet away 🕓 For 20 seconds
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Good news!!! The global survey has been extended for one more week—but this is your last chance to contribute! ☝ The survey is available in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish! 💻 Take the survey here:
Most people will need #AssistiveTechnology at some point in their lives: 🦽 Wheelchairs 👓 Glasses 🦿 Prosthetic limbs 🦯 White canes 🦻 Hearing aids 💻 Digital solutions In many countries, most people in need do not have access to it. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/QxR80cVaTS
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🌍 Enhance Prosthetics & Orthotics Services! 🌟 The @WHO Prosthetics and Orthotics Assessment Package helps countries evaluate implementation, identify gaps, and plan improvements. 📽️ Watch the tutorial to learn how to use the Assessment Tool: https://t.co/kbnKPpxhjd
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This year fourteen organisations were honoured with 🏆 UN Task Force awards. Task Force awards recognise outstanding work on NCDs and mental health, including leveraging on innovation and technology. This year the Task Force joined forces with the WHO Department of Health
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WHO’s achievements in 2024 are a testament to the dedication of our Member States, partners, and other donors who supported our mission throughout the year. 💙Above all, our deepest gratitude goes to the health workers and carers across the globe.💜
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Attention ❗ ❗ ❗ 📅 The deadline for completing the survey has been extended until 6 January 2025! We urge you to participate and help shape the future of #AssistiveTechnology! More information here: https://t.co/vc6O76JRPL
#AssistiveTechnology #ATChangesLives
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Shape the future of assistive technology! 🌏 @WHO & @UNICEF need your input on a global survey. Whether you're a user, policymaker, provider, researcher, designer, or advocate, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts & spread the word! Link: https://t.co/33evrHvg8i
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Attention ❗ ❗ ❗ 📅 The deadline for completing the survey has been extended until 6 January 2025! We urge you to participate and help shape the future of #AssistiveTechnology! More information here: https://t.co/vc6O76JRPL
#AssistiveTechnology #ATChangesLives
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Shape the future of assistive technology! 🌏 @WHO & @UNICEF need your input on a global survey. Whether you're a user, policymaker, provider, researcher, designer, or advocate, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts & spread the word! Link: https://t.co/33evrHvg8i
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سيحتاج معظم الناس إلى #التكنولوجيا_المساعدة في مرحلة ما من حياتهم: 👩🦽الكراسي المتحركة 👓النظارات 🦵🏾الأطراف الاصطناعية 🦯العِصِيّ البيضاء 🦻🏾وسائل تقوية السمع 📱الحلول الرقمية وفي العديد من البلدان، لا يستطيع معظم الأشخاص المحتاجين الحصول عليها.
Most people will need #AssistiveTechnology at some point in their lives: 🦽 Wheelchairs 👓 Glasses 🦿 Prosthetic limbs 🦯 White canes 🦻 Hearing aids 💻 Digital solutions In many countries, most people in need do not have access to it. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/QxR80cVaTS
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Yesterday marked the official opening of the WHO Academy! 🎉 Dive into a range of innovative health training, including #TraininginAssistiveProducts Introduction to assistive products module available in 14 languages. ➡️ https://t.co/eEQbE52kdh
#WHOAcademy #AssistiveTechnology
Lifelong learning is crucial to ensure health professionals stay updated on best practices & evidence-based approaches. Investing in health education is fundamental for: 🔷Tackling inequalities 🔷 Boosting economies 🔷 Strengthening societies Learn more about the #WHOAcademy:
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📢 Exciting News! ISPO proudly contributed to the WHO Wheelchair Provision Guidelines, ensuring equitable access to wheelchairs for millions worldwide. Together, we’re enhancing global mobility! 📖 https://t.co/9iIlHAhaZz
#ISPO #WHO #MobilityForAll #AssistiveTechnology
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🎉We’re thrilled to announce that all 15 Training in Assistive Products (TAP) modules can be accessed through WHO Academy! 🙌 Ready to enhance your knowledge and skills? Register now and explore TAP and other innovative health training! #WHOAcademy #AssistiveTechnology #TAP
The #WHOAcademy offers high-quality, multilingual learning opportunities and a simulation center for health emergencies. Access the latest courses: https://t.co/dFur6Eeh3s
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#AssistiveTechnology is changing lives every day: 🧑🎓 Helping children access education 👴 Enabling older adults to live independently 🧑💼 Empowering people to thrive in their jobs Learn more 👉 https://t.co/QxR80cVaTS
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Façonnez l'avenir de la technologie d'assistance! L'OMS et l'UNICEF ont besoin de votre contribution à une enquête mondiale. Que vous soyez utilisateur, décideur, prestataire, chercheur, concepteur ou défenseur, nous voulons connaître votre avis!
Shape the future of assistive technology! 🌏 @WHO & @UNICEF need your input on a global survey. Whether you're a user, policymaker, provider, researcher, designer, or advocate, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts & spread the word! Link: https://t.co/33evrHvg8i
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Related links: Call for submissions: https://t.co/X6vtsVaPie GATE Summit 2025: https://t.co/paVCnGokDf Global report on assistive technology: https://t.co/gOCRkhnIJf
#AssistiveTechnology #ATChangesLives
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There is a large, unmet need for assistive technology worldwide. The Global Report on Assistive Technology was developed in response to the World Health Assembly resolution (WHA71.8) on improving...
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The @WHO #AssistiveTechnology team is excited to be in Cairo for the regional workshop on improving access to #AssistiveTechnology, hosted by @WHOEMRO and @UNICEF! 🤝 Read more:
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Empowering access to assistive technology in the Eastern Mediterranean region 🦾 This week, an important milestone unfolds as the WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO) and UNICEF...
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