There is no upper age limit for good sex, and it can help keep you healthy into your later years! Sexual health programmes need to meet the needs of older people. 👉 https://bit.ly/3GRz6CS

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month #BreastCancer is the most common cancer among women globally and represents approximately a quarter of all cancers that occur in women every year.

Did you know that since 1999 an independent group of global experts called the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) has been providing WHO evidence-based recommendations on #vaccines?

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

#Autism is a diverse group of brain development conditions. In 2021, about 1 in 127 people worldwide were estimated to be on the autism spectrum. Signs may appear in early childhood, but many go undiagnosed for years. Early understanding and support can make all the difference. 👉 bit.ly/4pGvgnP

Access to safe abortion protects the health of women and girls. As with all other health services, women and girls should be able to access safe and respectful abortion care, when they need it, without fear of harm, punishment or recrimination. #HealthForAll

📢 Access to medical abortion saves lives. The medications used – #mifepristone and #misoprostol - are included on WHO’s list of Essential Medicines. 🔗 bit.ly/3OynjiA

Today is International #SafeAbortion Day. Access to safe abortion protects the health of women and girls. As with all other health services, women and girls should be able to access safe and respectful abortion care, when they need it, without fear of harm, punishment or recrimination.

My thanks and congratulations to world leaders for showing their strong support for #UNGA political declaration on noncommunicable diseases and mental health: bit.ly/4mH6S2L

World leaders have expressed overwhelming support for the text of the first UN global political declaration on responding to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) & #MentalHealth in an integrated manner. Read more: bit.ly/484q2vS

Did you know that respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the leading cause of infant hospitalizations worldwide? Each year, it claims over 100 000 young lives. In this Science in 5 episode, WHO’s Dr Daniel Feikin shares how new immunization options can protect your baby.

#Hypertension or high blood pressure can cause heart attacks & strokes! Risks include: ⚠️Excessively salty food ⚠️Limited access to healthy food ⚠️Physical inactivity ⚠️Tobacco & alcohol use ⚠️Being overweight or living with obesity Get checked today 👉 bit.ly/NCDsSilentKillers #SilentKillers #UNGA

No other risk factor claims as many lives as #hypertension. 1 in 5 people with hypertension have it under control. The biggest barrier: access to 💊 & affordable, validated blood pressure devices. If we can control hypertension in just 1/2 of those affected, we can prevent 76M deaths by 2050.

No other risk factor claims as many lives as #hypertension. 1 in 5 people with hypertension have it under control. The biggest barrier: access to 💊 & affordable, validated blood pressure devices. If we can control hypertension in just 1/2 of those affected, we can prevent 76M deaths by 2050.

Families & health professionals play a key role in spotting the early signs of childhood cancer such as 🔸Severe headaches 🔸Unexplained fever 🔸Unexplained weight loss 🔸Bone & joint pain. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/2NeFF8B #UNGA

The insecurity and siege of El Fasher, #Sudan, have led to a surge in hunger and injuries of people trapped in the city. We call for immediate, safe and unimpeded access to El Fasher to deliver life-saving aid. The best medicine is peace.

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

New WHO report finds 1.4 billion people live with #hypertension. Hypertension is the number one risk factor for: ‼️ Heart attack ‼️ Stroke and can lead to: ‼️ Chronic kidney disease ‼️ Dementia Get your blood pressure checked today! Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4nikP8v

About 1 in 8 people in the world are living with #obesity. It affects: ✳️ the heart ✳️ the liver ✳️ the kidneys ✳️ the joints ✳️ the reproductive system #BeatNCDs #UNGA

The health of all peoples is fundamental to the attainment of peace - the @who.int Constitution is timeless. It's as relevant today as it was in 1948. Choose peace.

WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ like tobacco taxes and early cancer screening could cost less than US$ 3 per person per year. The returns? ✅ Millions of lives saved ✅ Stronger economies ✅ Longer, healthier lives Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4pBAcKL #BeatNCDs #UNGA

Peace is the best medicine - that’s not just a slogan, it's based on evidence. In countries affected by conflict and insecurity: -70% of disease outbreaks erupt -Half of all child deaths globally occur -1 in 5 people suffer from mental health disorders. The most courageous choose peace. #PeaceDay

@who.int's #UNGA highlight will be the High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) & Mental Health on 25 Sept. NCDs include 7 of the 🌍’s top 10 causes of death. Almost 1 billion people face mental health conditions. Countries that act decisively to #BeatNCDs will save millions of lives.

Countries are saving lives from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) every day with best buys on: ✅ Tobacco control ✅ Early cancer detection ✅ Diabetes screening and more. But where action is weak, progress stalls or even reverses. It’s time to #BeatNCDs 👉 bit.ly/4pBAcKL #UNGA

Did you know that one person dies every four minutes from #snakebite? What should you do if you get bitten? Dr David Williams talks about prevention and treatment in Science in 5 youtu.be/SS6nVKCITt8

Today marks an important step in protecting the world from future health risks: the amended International Health Regulations (IHR) officially take effect. Congratulations to all countries for their commitment to making the world healthier, safer, and fairer!

Venomous #SnakeBite 🐍 causes an estimated 80,000 to 140,000 deaths every year and over 240,000 victims of permanent disabilities. No one should have to die or suffer from disability due to venom poisoning bit.ly/Ssssnake

🚨 Following the #Ebola outbreak in the #DRC, WHO is launching a US$ 21 million appeal to help the country: - Scale up operations - Interrupt transmission chains - Prevent further spread - Mitigate the impact on human health Full donor support is critical to halt the outbreak 👉 bit.ly/3KtjsVG

Many countries have reduced deaths from heart disease, cancer, lung disease & diabetes over the past decade. However, in 60% of countries, progress is slowing & in some, the number of deaths is actually rising. The global 2030 target is at risk unless govts ACT NOW! 👉 bit.ly/4pBAcKL #BeatNCDs #UNGA

Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) like heart disease, cancer, lung disease and diabetes account for 7 out of 10 deaths worldwide. NCDs kill 43 million people every year, of whom 18 million are under the age of 70. Preventing NCDs saves lives and protects our future 👉 bit.ly/4pBAcKL #BeatNCDs #UNGA

Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes are one of the greatest health and development challenges of this century 👉 bit.ly/UNGAHLM4 #BeatNCDs #UNGA

Every child has the right to safe, quality health care — from the very beginning.  This #WorldPatientSafetyDay, we call on parents, caregivers, health practitioners, health care leaders, educators and communities, to unite in action to prevent avoidable harm in paediatric care. #HealthForAll

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay Unsafe care can lead to lifelong or devastating consequences for children. 📣 Health workers: Safety first! You play a key role in delivering care that is safe and child-centred. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety

It’s #WorldPatientSafetyDay 📣 Parents and caregivers! You play a vital role in making decisions and keeping your children safe when they receive care: 🙌 Be active participants 🙌 Ask questions 🙌 Stay informed 🙌 Speak up Learn more Learn more 👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay Children aren’t small adults. They need safe care tailored to their: 🧸 Age 🧸 Weight 🧸 Development 🧸 Medical needs 🧸 Ability to communicate 🧸 Context Learn why we need to ensure safe care for all children from the start👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety

⚠️Cardiovascular diseases. ⚠️Cancer. ⚠️Chronic respiratory diseases. ⚠️Diabetes. They are silent and deadly. Every year these diseases claim millions of lives. Bold policies & healthier environments can stop these #SilentKillers in their tracks. Change is within our reach 👉 bit.ly/UNGAHLM4 #UNGA

⏱️ Every two seconds, one person under the age of 70 dies of a noncommunicable disease (NCD) such as heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes. Did you know? Almost 9 in 10 of those deaths are taking place in low- and middle-income countries 👉 bit.ly/UNGAHLM4 #BeatNCDs #UNGA

Many people think about suicide at some point in their lives. Suicidal thoughts and behaviours are signs of severe emotional distress, not weakness. 💙 It is possible to get better. 💙 You are not alone. 💙 Help is available. #SuicidePrevention 👉 bit.ly/4phPYKi

Vaccination of frontline health workers and contacts of people infected with #Ebola has begun in the #DRC’s Kasai Province where an outbreak of the disease has been declared: www.afro.who.int/countries/de...

@who.int is doing all we can to alleviate suffering & evacuate those who need urgent medical care outside Gaza. The urgent problem we face is that too few countries are willing to receive them. We call for countries to open their arms to these critically ill patients.

It’s World #Sepsis Day Sepsis kills 11 million people each year. Symptoms incl.: 🔸Fever or shivering 🔸Confusion 🔸Shortness of breath 🔸Rash that does not fade when pressed 🔸Extreme discomfort 🔸Sweaty skin Seek medical care as soon as possible when an infection is not getting better.

#Cholera deaths rose by 50% in 2024, with over 6000 lives lost to a preventable and treatable disease. WHO is supporting countries with surveillance, case management, vaccines, supplies & community engagement to save lives and stop the outbreaks. Read more 👉 bit.ly/462E6EH

Did you know❓ #Cholera still kills thousands every year. Outbreaks are rising, even in countries that hadn’t seen it in decades. Dr Kate Alberti is here to tell us how this deadly disease can be preventable and treatable. Learn what you can do to protect yourself, your family, and your community.

Noncommunicable diseases cause nearly 75% of all global deaths, while 1B+ people live with #MentalHealth conditions. On 25 Sept at #UNGA, the Fourth High-level Meeting will discuss a historic Political Declaration that sets a bold vision to tackle these health challenges 👉 bit.ly/UNGAHLM4 #BeatNCDs

@who.int is appalled by the latest evacuation order, demanding 1 million people to move from Gaza City to a “humanitarian zone” in the south. To civilians: WHO and partners remain in Gaza City. To the intl. community: Act. This catastrophe is human-made, & the responsibility rests with us all.

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Worried someone might be struggling with suicidal thoughts? Your presence can be powerful. A simple check-in could be the lifeline they need. 💙 Learn more about #SuicidePrevention 👉 bit.ly/4phPYKi

Mental health gets just 2% of health budgets—unchanged since 2017. 💸 Spending: >$50 in rich nations, <$1 in poorer ones. 👥 Only 13 mental health workers per 100K people globally. This is a global equity crisis. Let's invest in #MentalHealth! 👉 bit.ly/3Vr2mtR

@who.int calls for protection of public health excellence in the US CDC

Struggling with #depression? You’re not alone. Reach out. Support is closer than you think. Take care of your #MentalHealth today! #조구만

The #mpox Emergency Committee met yesterday and advised me that in its view, the situation no longer represents an international health emergency. I have accepted that advice. Lifting the emergency declaration does not mean the threat is over, nor that our response will stop.