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Ready for your weekly newsletter on health? • Tanzania declares an end to Marburg outbreak • Know about Measles and why it can be deadly • A case study on how South Africa is tackling obesity • Plot Twist, episode 2, tackles harmful narratives and misinformation around WHO's funding. 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞, 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

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WHO, along with World Food Programme, UNICEF, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), and nearly 50 other organizations conducted a full-scale #Ebola simulation exercise in #Ghana.   Two new treatment centers, designed for rapid deployment to provide safe care from the onset of an outbreak, were tested. For the first time, the entire center operated on solar power, showcasing a future emergency healthcare system which is less harmful to the environment. This initiative aims to help countries prepare for and respond swiftly to health emergencies 🔗 bit.ly/3DDDx8Y

There's a lot of #misinformation out there about WHO's funding, so let's clear things up! Stay informed, stay curious, and stay with facts.

New #NoExcuse Podcast Episode! Host Guni Dias speaks with award-winning playwright & human rights lawyer Suzie Miller about how can theatre challenge biases and spark systemic change—both in courtrooms and the aid sector to prevent sexual misconduct? They explore: 🛑 Parallels between judicial failures and the aid sector’s struggle with accountability 🎭 The role of theatre in shifting perspectives and driving justice reform A must-listen for those working toward systemic change! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4kS8SFo

📢 New study on causes of maternal death: Severe bleeding (haemorrhage) and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia are the leading causes of maternal deaths, together claiming around 130,000 lives worldwide in 2020. Tragically, too many women lack access to lifesaving treatments and quality care during pregnancy and childbirth. These deaths are preventable—urgent action is needed to ensure every woman can access safe, high-quality maternity services that save lives and protect health. Learn more: https://bit.ly/43AzEvM

5 years ago, on 11 March 2020, the WHO Director General Dr Tedros for the first time said that the COVID-19 epidemic was now a pandemic.    This decision was taken based on the escalating situation and some countries’ inaction. At that time, WHO had already been in full response mode since the news of a new virus emerged on 31 December 2019.     Dr Tedros declared a public health emergency of international concern—our highest level of alarm—on 30 January 2020. Before describing it as a pandemic, WHO  🔷 said that the COVID-19 virus had pandemic potential.   🔷 warned of the potential for the epidemic to become a pandemic.  🔷 said the window of opportunity to stop it from becoming one was closing.    But most importantly, WHO was sharing the tools countries needed to try to control the virus while preparing their health systems for more people to be sick. Read more in our interactive COVID-19 timeline: https://bit.ly/3neFefP  

Tune in for Transforming WHO with Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu In the latest episode of Transforming WHO, Dr Søren Brostrøm welcomes Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Deputy Executive Director of WHO Health Emergencies Programme and Acting Regional Director for WHO’s African Region. Dr Ihekweazu will share insights from his extensive career—from leading Nigeria’s public health response to shaping global strategies. What to Expect: - Strengthening disease response systems in Africa - Building resilient public health institutions - The WHO Pandemic Hub and its impact on global health - The evolving role of WHO in supporting countries - The importance of multilateral collaboration Join the conversation and share your feedback! Coming up on Monday 24 March 13:00 CET Dr Alain Labrique, WHO’s Director, Digital Health and Innovation on the potential of digital health and AI.

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Nearly 3 billion people play video games. #Gamers risk hearing loss and tinnitus from prolonged exposure to loud sounds while playing video games. Let’s change mindsets and empower ourselves to make ear and #HearingCare a priority. Learn more 🔗bit.ly/4hlCKHD