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World Health Organization (WHO)

@WHO

We are the UN’s health agency - #HealthForAll. Always check our latest tweets for updated advice/information. We will respond to mis-and-disinformation.

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Good news! Safe blood supplies have been expanding worldwide, increasing steadily over the past decade. More than 120 million blood donations were made in 2023, and over 85% of whole blood donations came from voluntary unpaid donors. Yet, access to safe blood remains deeply
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Tooth decay is the most common health condition in the world. Here’s a bitter truth about sugar and how it hurts your oral health.
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🩸D-3 to #WorldBloodDonorDay 14 June! You got it right! This year we are celebrating this important day with @ENHYPEN We are as excited as you are, and #ENHYPEN are ready with some surprises, pouring their hearts for you. Stay tuned! #GiveBlood, give hope and save lives
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WHO Rapid Risk Assessment on #Ebola caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda: The risk assessment has been revised: 🔴 Very high at the national level in #DRC 🟠 High for #Uganda 🟠 High for countries sharing land borders with DRC and Uganda
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
@DrTedros
Jun 10
#Hantavirus update: the UK government has reported a confirmed case in Tristan de Cunha, in a person who was previously considered a probable case with exposure on MV Hondius. As of 10 June, the total number of cases remains 13, including three deaths. No new deaths were reported
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Jun 10
A moment of hope in the #Ebola response. Today, in Mongbwalu, Ituri, the province at the centre of the outbreak in #DRC, the first survivor there was discharged from care and reunited with his community. In Nyankunde, eight patients were released today, too. Their recovery is a
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Jun 10
If you are experiencing violence at home and need to leave in a hurry: 🏘️ Identify a friend, neighbour, relative or shelter you can go to 🔀 Plan how to get there 🎒 Keep ready essential personal items to take with you
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Jun 9
Yesterday I visited Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, where a separate unit has been prepared to treat #Ebola patients. I'm glad for the opportunity to meet with health workers in charge and thank them for their dedication. I am very happy with all the work invested
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Jun 9
Ebola outbreak latest: a massive push for early testing and contact tracing is helping to contain the deadly virus, says WHO's Dr Abdirahman Mahamud, speaking from Bunia in DR Congo's Ituri province news.un.org/en/story/2026/…
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Jun 9
🔎Are you looking for information on #Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo virus? 📖 Do you want to learn about the signs, symptoms and transmission, and list of preventive and control measures? 👉 Find out more on #OpenWHO – WHO’s learning resource hub for health emergencies:
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
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Jun 9
Thank you, President @KagutaMuseveni, for a very constructive meeting, and especially for #Uganda’s strong efforts to contain #Ebola. We agreed that regional cooperation is key to prevent further spread of the virus, as well as investment in preparedness and readiness, and strong
Yoweri K Museveni
@KagutaMuseveni
Jun 8
I met with the World Health Organization Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who called on me at State House Entebbe. We discussed the Ebola outbreak in the region and the measures needed to strengthen prevention and response efforts. I stressed the importance of
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Jun 9
Pathogens causing foodborne illnesses as a collectable card? Get to know ‘em all - but don't catch 'em at all! Meet #Salmonella - find out more about them, where they live, and how you can defeat them with simple food safety habits such as: 🧼 Washing hands before handling
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Jun 9
Wellness is much more than just avoiding illness. It is something we practice daily. Every choice matters and helps us truly thrive. Start with a simple wellness check today.
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