On 20 May 2025, @WHO invites you to a special #WorldNoTobaccoDay webinar on how plain packaging helps reduce the appeal of tobacco and nicotine products—especially among youth. Learn from country experiences and strategies in Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific. What to

#WHA78 starts today! . Learn more about what’s going on in #GlobalHealth and tune into the livestream to follow along ⬇.

RT @RD_WPRO: A huge congratulations to @ProfJanabi who was today elected as the next Regional Director of @WHOAFRO. I look forward to wor….

RT @WHOWPRO: On 20 May 2025, @WHO invites you to a special #WorldNoTobaccoDay webinar on how plain packaging helps reduce the appeal of tob….

RT @DrTedros: My warm congratulations to @ProfJanabi on your election as Regional Director for @WHOAFRO. You have earned the confidence an….

Lower-sodium salt substitutes can help reduce blood pressure, risk of stroke, and risk of cardiovascular death – adding years of healthy life for you and your loved ones. #SaltAwarenessWeek

Are vaccines safe? What’s actually in them? WHO’s Dr @Kate_L_OBrien breaks down how vaccines are tested, approved, and monitored even after they reach the public. She also explains what happens if a safety concern is flagged. Watch and share!

RT @WHOVietnam: Every year, 1.2 million lives are lost on the roads; more than a quarter of them are pedestrians and cyclists. Their tragic….

Did you know 26% of all road traffic deaths are pedestrians and cyclists❓. We’ve got to make walking and cycling safe for everyone and for all ages and abilities! . #RoadSafety #StreetsForLife

The Joint External Evaluation (JEE) in Cook Islands 🇨🇰 wrapped up yesterday! National and international experts came together this week to assess the country’s #HealthSecurity capacities, conducting a comprehensive evaluation that included the outer islands. Meitaki ma’ata to

RT @RD_WPRO: Honoured to speak alongside the Solomon Islands 🇸🇧 today at the Commonwealth Health Ministers’ Meeting, happening on the side….

RT @DrTedros: Once @WHO -- always WHO! . Our former colleagues from the @WHOWPRO region are mobilising support for the One World #HealthFor….

RT @DrTedros: Had a very good meeting with the Health Minister of the #Philippines, Teodoro Herbosa, ahead of #WHA78. Thanked him for his s….

In the Philippines, community-led organization @LoveYourselfPh is breaking barriers to health access for LGBTQIA+ people through a dual approach:. ▶️Providing inclusive, affirming health services for LGBTQIA+ communities. ▶️Working with health-care providers to build

It’s the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia #IDAHOBIT. #LGBTQIA+ people are often a target of stigma and discrimination. Be an ally and create environments where LGBTQIA+ communities feel safe and supported.

3️⃣ steps to allyship: .❤️Ask pronouns and preferred names. 💙Respect people's identities and relationships. 💛Practice thinking outside the gender-binary. Acknowledge and address your biases. Speak out when you hear hurtful language and harmful stereotypes.

#IDAHOBIT marks the anniversary of WHO’s 1990 decision to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder, a milestone in the path toward dignity and rights for LGBTQIA+ people everywhere. We stand with all communities in building a healthier, more inclusive world. #HealthForAll

RT @WHOVietnam: ❓Did you know?. Unless you have very high blood pressure, you might not know you have #hypertension. If it is left untreat….

Reduce your salt🧂 intake, here’s how:. 1⃣ Use salt sparingly & cut back on salty sauces and condiments. 2⃣ Avoid snacks that are high in salt. 3⃣ Consider using lower-sodium salt substitutes for adults with no kidney problems. If unsure, check with a health professional before

RT @WHO: Tired of all the misinformation around the #PandemicAccord? We got you. 💪. Stay informed. Stick with facts. And share this video.….

Take charge of your heart health! ❤️. Prevent high blood pressure with these 5⃣ tips:. ✅ Limit salt intake to < 5g daily.✅ Eat fruits & veggies regularly.✅ Avoid harmful fats.✅ Stay away from tobacco & alcohol.✅ #BeActive. #WorldHypertensionDay