It's #OneHealthDay. To protect our health, we must also protect the health of animals, plants and the environment. The #OneHealth approach brings us all to work together for a healthier world. One Health helps address crucial health issues of our time. It is a lifestyle, a way of living.

If you don’t end up ghosted this #Halloween, remember to: 🔹Practice #SafeSex 🔹Use condoms 🔹Look after your sexual health

Watch out for low-flying bats this #Halloween and keep safe on the road! #RoadSafety tips: ✅Stay within the speed limit. ✅Wear helmets and seatbelts. ✅Stay focused. ❌No distracted driving. ❌Do not drink and drive. #AlcoholLeavesAMark

#BreastCancer is the most common cancer among women in Samoa. Unfortunately, many women are diagnosed late, but early detection can save lives. Here are 5️⃣ things every woman in Samoa should know about breast cancer 👇 #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth www.who.int/westernpacif...

From cancer to crashes to violence – alcohol harms reach far beyond the glass. Watch and share. #RegulateAlcoholNow #AlcoholLeavesAMark

Respiratory viruses, including #flu, are on the rise in northern hemisphere countries in the Western Pacific. Take protective measures to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Learn more in our latest epidemiological update: bit.ly/4o6bVew

It's #WorldFoodDay! Here are some nutrition tips to guide your daily food choices and help prevent noncommunicable diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart diseases. #BeatNCDs

It’s #GlobalHandwashingDay! Clean hands save lives. Let’s all remember the key moments for washing our hands! ✋ Help protect yourself and others from getting sick by washing your hands with soap and running water for at least 40-60 seconds, or using alcohol-based hand rub.

🚫 80 million women & girls in Asia have already suffered. Health workers must say NO to this harmful practice. Read joint statement by @unfpa.org, @who.int and partners at #FIGO2025 urging collective action to end the medicalization of female genital mutilation 👉 bit.ly/42ytZFn #EndFGM #DoNoHarm

Across the Western Pacific Region & globally, #ClimateChange is no longer a distant worry - it’s an everyday emergency threatening lives and health. The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is a reminder that building climate resilience, including in health systems, saves lives. #DRRday

Know what to do after an earthquake to protect your health and support others. #BePrepared #StaySafe

How do you take care of your #MentalHealth after a breast cancer diagnosis? 💟Seek professional help 💟Stay committed to completing your treatment plan 💟Practice stress management techniques 💟Focus on a balanced diet that supports your needs 💟Build a support network 💟Stay physically active if possible

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we shine a light on mental health in humanitarian crises. When homes are lost & families separated, recovery must include #MentalHealth care. Let’s ensure support is part of every response—before, during & after crisis http://bit.ly/3KBMUcp

Are you struggling to cope after a crisis? You’re not alone. After a disaster, it’s normal to feel: 😟Anxious or sad 😠Irritable or angry 💔Grief over loved ones 🏚️ Distress over loss of home or income #MentalHealthMatters

It's #WorldSightDay 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

⚕️ Medicalization of female genital mutilation betrays the trust placed in health workers. It is always harmful. We stand united to end it. Read joint call to action from @unfpa.org and partners at #FIGO2025 👉 bit.ly/42ytZFn #EndFGM #DoNoHarm

#Fiji is the place to watch. #RCM76 lands there this October! From 20 to 24 October 2025, health leaders from across Asia and the Pacific will converge in Nadi to tackle challenges that touch 2.3 billion people across 38 countries.

What happens when you stop smoking? #CommitToQuit

Be aware of common breast cancer symptoms. Early diagnosis of #BreastCancer generally increases the chances of successful treatment. October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth.

Big news for #HealthyAgeing in the Western Pacific! WHO & Kanagawa Prefecture 🇯🇵 are teaming up to tackle noncommunicable diseases & mental health challenges linked to ageing. Together, we're working toward the promise of #SDG3 - the highest attainable standard of #HealthForAll, regardless of age.

Know the common symptoms of a heart attack and stroke. ⚠️ If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, seek medical care immediately. #WorldHeartDay

Our graphic designer is on leave, so we asked the social media manager's kid to make a design for us. 😊 #WorldHeartDay

It's #WorldRabiesDay. Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear, but it’s 100% preventable with immediate treatment after a bite or scratch. #EndRabiesNow

WHO statement on autism-related issues The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that there is currently no conclusive scientific evidence confirming a possible link between #autism and use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy Full statement bit.ly/47YsgwI

Did you know? #Rabies is preventable, yet every year thousands of people - mostly children - needlessly die. Over 99% of human rabies cases are caused by dog bites. The solution is simple: Vaccinate at least 70% of dogs in a community to eliminate rabies. #EndRabiesNow

WHO announced today that 21 Pacific island countries and areas that are part of the Western Pacific Region have collectively been verified as having eliminated #measles and #rubella. #Japan too has achieved rubella elimination after it succeeded in eliminating measles. 🔗 bit.ly/482FpVt

For women around the world, the #COVID-19 pandemic deepened existing inequalities. Women in the #Philippines, especially those working in health care and informal sectors, faced greater economic hardship & an increase in caregiver burden, in addition to reduced access to essential health services.

1.4 billion people live with #hypertension or uncontrolled high blood pressure, says new @who.int report. Hypertension is the number one risk factor for: 💓Heart attack ⚡Stroke and can lead to chronic kidney disease and dementia. Get your blood pressure checked today!

One way to reduce your risk of developing noncommunicable diseases such as #hypertension, stroke and heart disease is to watch your intake of saturated fats & trans-fats. Here are some easy-to-follow nutrition tips that can set you on your way to a healthier life. #BeatNCDs

Graphic health warnings, meeting the highest international standards, now cover 110 countries, protecting 62% of the global population. Saving lives without uttering a word. #TobaccoExposed #NoTobacco

Noncommunicable diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory disease result in the highest number of untimely deaths and suffering. Learn more about the new vision for the prevention and control of NCDS: bit.ly/UNGAHLM4 #BeatNCDs #UNGA

⏱️Every two seconds, a person under the age of 70 dies from a noncommunicable disease (NCD) such as heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, or diabetes. Did you know? Almost 9 in 10 of those deaths take place in low- and middle-income countries. #BeatNCDs #UNGA

How can you keep your child safe – including when they’re getting healthcare? Parents and caregivers are: 📣#1 Advocates 📂Record-keepers 👂🏼Advisers

We cannot fail the little ones. Newborns and children can sometimes be severely impacted by unsafe healthcare, and they can carry this impact for the rest of their lives. #WorldPatientSafetyDay

Children aren’t small adults. They need individualized care: ✔️ For their age ✔️For their weight ✔️For their development Small errors can cause lifelong harm. Keeping our newborns safe takes teamwork – within families, communities and the health sector!

What are the signs and symptoms of #cholera? How does it spread?

It’s okay not to be okay. But you don’t have to be alone. Reach out for support &talk to someone you trust. Telling someone about how you’re feeling can be hard, but it’s a brave step. If someone you know is struggling, reach out. #OneConversation can save a life. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Every year, more than 727 000 lives are lost to suicide. Behind each number is a story cut short. We aimed for a 33% reduction in deaths by 2030, but progress is just 12%. This is a crisis. We must act with urgency, compassion & investment in #SuicidePrevention. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Today is the International Day of Clean Air for blue skies. In the Western Pacific, every 14 seconds a person dies due to #AirPollution caused mainly by burning the same fossil fuels that drive #ClimateChange. Clean air is possible for all. #WorldCleanAirDay

The oral contraceptive pill ✅ is highly effective in preventing unintended pregnancy ✅ can help with period issues ✅ safe for most people ⚠️ needs to be taken correctly (on a daily basis) ❌ does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) #WomensHealth

📣 #Mpox is no longer a public health emergency of international concern.

#SexualHealth is built on a positive and respectful approach to sexual relationships. It encompasses 💞 Respect 💞 Pleasure 💞 Safety 💞 Freedom from coercion, discrimination & violence #WorldSexualHealthDay

If you get in close contact with a #tuberculosis (TB) patient or belong to a high risk group: ✅ get tested for TB infection ✅ if prescribed TB preventive treatment, complete the full course. Tuberculosis is curable and preventable.

Here’s what you need to know about anxiety disorders ⬇️

Quick access to the right tools and information can help prevent #emergencies from turning into full-blown crises. WHO in the Western Pacific formed a Community of Practice for learning and coordination during outbreaks and other health emergencies.

Dogs do a lot for our health and wellbeing and keep us on our toes. Let's keep them safe from #rabies and other diseases by making sure their vaccines are up to date. This helps keep their human friends around them safe too. Happy #InternationalDogDay to all dog lovers out there!

Physical activity is just as much about inner strength as it is about outer fitness. #BeActive

You can use soap and water, or alcohol-based hand rub to wash your hands. Both methods are: ✅effective for stopping the spread of germs ✅easy to do ✅inexpensive

The mosquito 🦟 is the most dangerous animal in the world. It can transmit diseases like: ⚠ Dengue ⚠ Malaria ⚠ Chikungunya ⚠ Yellow fever ⚠ Zika Dengue and chikungunya are on the rise globally. This #WorldMosquitoDay and every day, do your part to help prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.

It's #WorldHumanitarianDay and we are honouring 'everyday heroes, everyday humanitarians' from our 🦺Emergency Medical Teams across the 🌏Western Pacific who deploy whenever there is a need — in service of others. #EMTTeams