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Today, we held a very productive meeting with representatives from the World Health Organization Country Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦⚕️ Health in Emergencies was the main topic of the meeting, during which we emphasized the importance of continuous development in this area. 🚨 Additionally, through the signed MoU between #IFRC and #WHO, we committed to joint collaboration in the areas of Health in Emergencies, prevention and control of epidemics and pandemics, and raising public awareness about the importance of regular immunisation and Community Based Health activities. 🌐 One of the conclusions of the meeting was to enhance collaboration with health authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, aiming to develop concrete action plans for health protection in local communities. 🤝 Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina #health #emergencies #redcross #WHO #IFRC

One of the conclusions of the meeting was to enhance collaboration with health authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, aiming to develop concrete action plans for health protection in local communities

Self-care and prevention According to World Health Organization. Most people with mpox will recover within 2–4 weeks. Things to do to help the symptoms and prevent infecting others: Do Stay home and in your own room if possible. Wash hands often with soap and water or hand sanitizer, especially before or after touching sores. Wear a mask and cover lesions when around other people until your rash heals. Keep skin dry and uncovered (unless in a room with someone else). Avoid touching items in shared spaces and disinfect shared spaces frequently.  Use saltwater rinses for sores in the mouth. Take sitz baths or warm baths with baking soda or Epsom salts for body sores. Take over-the-counter medications for pain like paracetamol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen. Do not: Pop blisters or scratch sores, which can slow healing, spread the rash to other parts of the body, and cause sores to become infected; or shave areas with sores until scabs have healed and you have new skin underneath (this can spread the rash to other parts of the body). #PublicHealth #Mpox #EmergencyResponse #HealthforAll #OneHealth

The KP Directorate General of Health Services is establishing an Emergency Control Room at its headquarters, aligning with the contingency plan for the upcoming general elections, according to a notification from Dr. Shaukat Ali, Director General Health Services. Doctors and staff are assigned specific duties to operate the Control Room, focusing on efficient management of election-related emergencies. Emergency contact numbers will aid crisis handling. District Health Officers (DHOs) are instructed to conduct risk assessments and set up control rooms in their districts. Dr. Shaukat Ali stresses the importance of ensuring medical resources for emergencies, with plans for authenticated information dissemination to the public during the elections. #KPHealth #EmergencyControlRoom #ElectionPreparedness #EmergencyControlRoom #HealthServicesKP #ElectionPreparedness #CrisisManagement #PublicHealth #RiskAssessment #ElectionSafety #HealthcarePlan #EmergencyResponse #KPHealthcare #CommunicationChannels #MedicalFacilities #DHOs #DrShaukatAli #sparkpakistan

In big news, The Fred Hollows Foundation is excited to share that Pakistan has officially eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, a milestone validated by the World Health Organization. This success is a powerful reminder that big change happens when we work together. Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, has disproportionately impacted people in vulnerable positions, particularly women and children. Its elimination is not just about improving health – it’s about creating economic and educational opportunities that can uplift entire generations. This achievement is a direct result of global and local partnerships, from government agencies to NGOs, all working in sync to tackle a complex problem at a systemic level. As The Fred Hollows Foundation's Pakistan Country Manager, Farooq Awan, highlighted: “Pakistan’s journey to eliminate trachoma shows that by working in partnership, we can deliver lasting impact on people’s quality of life and wellbeing.” The collaboration between the Government of Pakistan, international partners, and local communities is a prime example of how collective effort and commitment can transform lives and improve global health outcomes. This is what happens when we come together to drive real, sustainable change. #TrachomaElimination #EyeHealth #PublicHealth #Pakistan #GlobalHealth #SystemicChange #FredHollowsFoundation #PartnershipsMatter

Do you know what are the legal frameworks and real-world use of distinctive emblems and other signs identifying healthcare during armed conflict? Thanks to the support of the Norwegian Red Cross, a technical meeting on Emblems and Signs to Protect Healthcare will gather global experts to discuss how to reinforce protection of healthcare in conflict and other emergencies. This is part of the commitment of the Health Care in Danger Initiative to work towards stopping violence against healthcare. International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC

In our Editor's Choice Article, Colin McInnes makes the case for how civil–military collaboration can be most effective in future health emergencies. Read the article for FREE: https://lnkd.in/g3xSZGgF #COVID19 #Health #Politics

India is ramping up its defenses against the global spread of Mpox. Airports, ports, and borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan are now on high alert with officials intensifying surveillance of incoming international passengers. In Delhi, Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Safdarjung Hospital, and Lady Hardinge Medical College have been designated primary centers for isolating and treating Mpox cases. State governments have also been instructed to set up similar nodal centers to ensure swift and effective management. A high-level meeting chaired by P K Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, emphasized the need for enhanced surveillance, prompt detection, and public awareness. While the risk of a large outbreak in India remains low, vigilance and preparedness are crucial. Airport Authority of India MyGov India #Mpox #MonkeyPox #MpoxAlert #MinistryofHealth #WHO

Save the Date: Check out ISAAR 2024 & Annual Conference of KSAT Speakers and Topics! #antimicrobialresistance #AMR #ISAAR #MDR #InfectionPrevention #PyoengGyunChoe