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World Health Organization (WHO)
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Feeling lonely, disconnected, or unsupported?. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. 1 in 6 people on this planet feels lonely. Read WHO’s new report to learn why social connection is important:
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RT @DrTedros: As we experience the hottest June on record, the #ClimateCrisis continues to cause suffering. Thinking of all the people in….
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Do you know someone who might be experiencing social isolation or loneliness?. Spread warmth by:. 💙Checking in regularly and saying hello.💙Inviting them to social events or opportunities to connect.💙Listening to people who feel lonely.💙Bringing people together in meaningful
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Soda taxes = smart policy, not punishment. Less sugar =. ✅ Fewer preventable deaths. ✅ Lower health costs. ✅ More money for schools, clinics & care. It’s time to #Tax4Health & invest in our future 👉
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Did you know that the air you breathe can harm your brain, and increase your risk for dementia, anxiety and depression? . Nine out of 10 people around the world breathe air that does not meet WHO’s recommended air quality standards. Dr Maria Neira explains in Science in 5 .
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Countries around the world 🌍 are raising taxes on harmful products like tobacco, alcohol & sugary drinks. To accelerate progress, WHO launches the ‘3 by 35’ initiative, helping governments:. - Cut more consumption.- Raise more revenue.- Save more lives. Learn more
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That soda or energy drink in your hand might be doing more than quenching your thirst. It could be fueling diabetes, heart disease & obesity. WHO is calling for a global push to tax harmful products like sugary drinks & protect millions of lives. Learn more 👉
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#SilentKillers are disguised as:. 🎭 Sweet drinks.🎭 Cheap booze.🎭 Discount cigarettes. They fuel a global epidemic of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases. We now know who the culprits are 🔎. Raising taxes on these harmful products can prevent
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“When some men perpetrate sexual offences, it makes all of us a threat.”.That is what Professor Michael Flood, a global expert on masculinity and violence prevention, said on the #NoExcuse Podcast. 🎧 Full episode:
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A 2022 Gallup poll found strong public support for higher taxes on. 🚨 alcohol,.🚨 tobacco,.🚨 sugary drinks. Why? Because these products can harm your health & smart taxes help reduce consumption & fund better healthcare. Learn more 👉#Tax4Health
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Tax harmful products, not people. Alcohol consumption can impact your mental health & lead to higher risks of heart disease & cancers. WHO calls on countries to join the '3 by 35' initiative to raise taxes on tobacco, alcohol & sugary drinks to save lives & invest in health.
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Smarter taxes on tobacco, alcohol & sugary drinks can help. ✅ Prevent millions of deaths. ✅ Reduce health costs. ✅ Raise US$1 trillion for health & development. Learn more about WHO’s new '3 by 35' initiative for a healthier future 🔗 #Tax4Health
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RT @DrTedros: .@WHO just completed medical evacuations from #Gaza to:. -#Jordan, 19 child patients and 39 companions .-#Türkiye, 4 patients….
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LIVE from Seville: Health financing for a safe and sustainable economy #FFD4
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Feeling lonely? You’re not alone. 1 in 6 people worldwide experience loneliness, affecting their heart, mind, and even life expectancy. This is a public health challenge we can solve. 🔗
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LIVE from Seville: Health financing for a safe and sustainable economy #FFD4
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LIVE from Seville: SPA Initiative Announcement -- Towards a Renewed Global Health Ecosystem #FFD4
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Feeling lonely or isolated? You’re #NotAlone. This week, try one of these:. 💙 Call a loved one.💙 Ditch the phone and connect with the person in front of you.💙 Say hello to a neighbour.💙Join a group activity. And if it felt good—try again next week!. Need more support? It's
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Loneliness and social isolation aren’t just personal issues—they’re a global threat. They cost billions in lost productivity and healthcare. Communities with strong social bonds are safer and recover faster from crises. Connection isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.
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RT @WHO_Europe: In Ukraine, attacks on health care continue—2,418+ since Feb 2022. WHO’s Strengthening Hospital Readiness initiative helps….
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Cancer. Diabetes. Cardiovascular diseases. Chronic respiratory diseases. They are silent & deadly. Every year these diseases claim millions of lives. It doesn’t have to be this way. Bold policies & healthier environments can stop these #SilentKillers in their tracks. Change
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