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#YouthDay chat between @DrTedros, @WHOYouthCouncil and young people from all over the world
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RT @DrTedros: Today @WHO supported the medical evacuation of 32 child and 6 adult patients from #Gaza, alongside 99 companions: . * 25 chil….
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Do you know the difference between misinformation and disinformation? Find out. 👇🏿 @viralfacts
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What is #rabies? How serious is it? How can you prevent rabies?. Dr Bernadette Abela explains this and what you can do immediately after a bite in Science in 5 today.
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RT @DrTedros: The voices of young people matter -- not only on #YouthDay, but every day. They have unique insights and play a critical role….
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#ClimateChange isn’t a distant threat. It’s already impacting young lives today. Hear from youth leaders on why this fight matters now more than ever 🗣️ #YouthDay @WHOYouthCouncil
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Have you ever:.👎 Been considered 'too young' for a job or promotion.👎 Been treated unfairly because of age-related bias.👎 Been 'too young' to be listened to. That's ageism. On International #YouthDay, let's stand up against ageism for #AWorld4AllAges 👉
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RT @WHO: #YouthDay chat between @DrTedros, @WHOYouthCouncil and young people from all over the world
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RT @DrTedros: It has been more than three weeks since our @WHOoPt colleague was detained by the Israeli military. We are extremely concern….
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Thirston thought vaping would help him fit in but it only brought temporary satisfaction, harmful effects, and kept him from real friendships. On International #YouthDay, let’s choose what truly sustains us: real connections and healthy choices 👉
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Age-appropriate sex education is critical for young people’s health. Evidence shows that young people are more likely to delay having sex, and if they do have sex, practice safer sex, when they are better informed about sexual health and their rights 👉.
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It's International #YouthDay. Anna, a youth member of the WHO Pan-European #MentalHealth Coalition, explains why access to mental health support/care is important for young people 👉
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Today is International #YouthDay. 1 in 7 adolescents live with a #MentalHealth condition. Without adequate support, these conditions can have long-lasting effects on their education, relationships, and overall well-being. We are calling on countries to invest in effective
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Happy International #YouthDay!. Young voices matter in bringing fresh ideas to shape a healthier world 🌍. They want to make a difference and see changes in #MentalHealth care for young people. Here are their ideas.
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RT @DrTedros: Thank you, @Madonna, for your compassion, solidarity and commitment to care for everyone caught in the #Gaza crisis, especial….
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RT @DrTedros: Tomorrow is #YouthDay! Join me and the @WHOYouthCouncil in a conversation about health literacy, equity, planetary health. I….
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RT @DrTedros: Thinking of all the people affected by the earthquake in #Türkiye last evening. @WHO stands ready to support communities and….
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Balikesir's Sindirgi was struck by a 6.1 quake; one elderly resident died, 29 were injured. AFAD reports 237 aftershocks; rescue teams continue
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Did you know that 1 in 6 people worldwide is affected by loneliness?. Strong social connections can lead to better health and longer life. In this video, WHO’s technical expert explains the impacts of social isolation and tips to overcome it.
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RT @DrTedros: Israel’s plan to expand military operations in #Gaza is deeply worrying, given the already dire humanitarian and health situa….
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People everywhere must have access to health services, supplies and humanitarian aid. #HealthForAll
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