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Six years after COVID-19’s global alarm: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
Six years ago, the Director-General of the World Health Organization sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus diseas...
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Six years ago, the Director-General of the @who.int sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus disease (later known as COVID-19) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
Statement: bit.ly/4af2tzL
Statement: bit.ly/4af2tzL
Smoking is the number 1 preventable cause of cancer worldwide.
Did you know it is linked to at least 15 different cancers, not just the lung.
Once you kick this dangerous habit, you drastically reduce your cancer risk.
Commit and quit!
Did you know it is linked to at least 15 different cancers, not just the lung.
Once you kick this dangerous habit, you drastically reduce your cancer risk.
Commit and quit!
February 10, 2026 at 7:55 AM
Smoking is the number 1 preventable cause of cancer worldwide.
Did you know it is linked to at least 15 different cancers, not just the lung.
Once you kick this dangerous habit, you drastically reduce your cancer risk.
Commit and quit!
Did you know it is linked to at least 15 different cancers, not just the lung.
Once you kick this dangerous habit, you drastically reduce your cancer risk.
Commit and quit!
Men face a higher risk of preventable cancers — often linked to smoking, alcohol use, and certain infections.
The good news?
Nearly half of cancers in men are connected to risk factors we can change.
Watch the Daily Dose.
The good news?
Nearly half of cancers in men are connected to risk factors we can change.
Watch the Daily Dose.
February 9, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Men face a higher risk of preventable cancers — often linked to smoking, alcohol use, and certain infections.
The good news?
Nearly half of cancers in men are connected to risk factors we can change.
Watch the Daily Dose.
The good news?
Nearly half of cancers in men are connected to risk factors we can change.
Watch the Daily Dose.
Lung cancer.
Stomach cancer.
Cervical cancer.
Together, these three make up nearly half of all cancers caused by preventable risks.
The power to prevent them is already in our hands.
💪 Watch the Daily Dose.
Stomach cancer.
Cervical cancer.
Together, these three make up nearly half of all cancers caused by preventable risks.
The power to prevent them is already in our hands.
💪 Watch the Daily Dose.
February 6, 2026 at 8:39 AM
Lung cancer.
Stomach cancer.
Cervical cancer.
Together, these three make up nearly half of all cancers caused by preventable risks.
The power to prevent them is already in our hands.
💪 Watch the Daily Dose.
Stomach cancer.
Cervical cancer.
Together, these three make up nearly half of all cancers caused by preventable risks.
The power to prevent them is already in our hands.
💪 Watch the Daily Dose.
Did you know that stopping infections today can prevent cancer tomorrow?
1 in 10 cancer cases are caused by infections. But many of these cancers are totally preventable through vaccines, antibiotics and early treatment.
Watch the daily dose to learn more.
1 in 10 cancer cases are caused by infections. But many of these cancers are totally preventable through vaccines, antibiotics and early treatment.
Watch the daily dose to learn more.
February 5, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Did you know that stopping infections today can prevent cancer tomorrow?
1 in 10 cancer cases are caused by infections. But many of these cancers are totally preventable through vaccines, antibiotics and early treatment.
Watch the daily dose to learn more.
1 in 10 cancer cases are caused by infections. But many of these cancers are totally preventable through vaccines, antibiotics and early treatment.
Watch the daily dose to learn more.
GOOD NEWS: Preventive cholera vaccination resumes as global supply reaches critical milestone, first time in 3 years https://bit.ly/4qRWDLK
First country to restart the preventive vaccination: Mozambique
This means we can move from reacting to outbreaks, to preventing them before they begin 💪🏼
First country to restart the preventive vaccination: Mozambique
This means we can move from reacting to outbreaks, to preventing them before they begin 💪🏼
February 4, 2026 at 4:24 PM
GOOD NEWS: Preventive cholera vaccination resumes as global supply reaches critical milestone, first time in 3 years https://bit.ly/4qRWDLK
First country to restart the preventive vaccination: Mozambique
This means we can move from reacting to outbreaks, to preventing them before they begin 💪🏼
First country to restart the preventive vaccination: Mozambique
This means we can move from reacting to outbreaks, to preventing them before they begin 💪🏼
Cancer prevention is most effective when it fits the needs of each community. When government, schools, and other sectors—like energy and transportation—work together, we can protect millions of families from cancer.
Teamwork saves lives!
🔗 bit.ly/3NUjszT
Teamwork saves lives!
🔗 bit.ly/3NUjszT
February 4, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Cancer prevention is most effective when it fits the needs of each community. When government, schools, and other sectors—like energy and transportation—work together, we can protect millions of families from cancer.
Teamwork saves lives!
🔗 bit.ly/3NUjszT
Teamwork saves lives!
🔗 bit.ly/3NUjszT
Every year, millions of people hear the words 'you have cancer.' Yet 4 in 10 cases can be avoided by saying no to tobacco, limiting alcohol, and getting vaccinated.
Watch the daily dose.
Watch the daily dose.
February 4, 2026 at 9:02 AM
Every year, millions of people hear the words 'you have cancer.' Yet 4 in 10 cases can be avoided by saying no to tobacco, limiting alcohol, and getting vaccinated.
Watch the daily dose.
Watch the daily dose.
💥 Protracted conflicts
🔥 The impacts of climate change are growing
😷 Disease outbreaks follow conflicts & disasters
🩺 Health care is under attack
📉 Funding for humanitarian response fell to record low while the needs kept surging
Your contribution can make a difference https://bit.ly/4qiXrIC
🔥 The impacts of climate change are growing
😷 Disease outbreaks follow conflicts & disasters
🩺 Health care is under attack
📉 Funding for humanitarian response fell to record low while the needs kept surging
Your contribution can make a difference https://bit.ly/4qiXrIC
February 3, 2026 at 1:48 PM
💥 Protracted conflicts
🔥 The impacts of climate change are growing
😷 Disease outbreaks follow conflicts & disasters
🩺 Health care is under attack
📉 Funding for humanitarian response fell to record low while the needs kept surging
Your contribution can make a difference https://bit.ly/4qiXrIC
🔥 The impacts of climate change are growing
😷 Disease outbreaks follow conflicts & disasters
🩺 Health care is under attack
📉 Funding for humanitarian response fell to record low while the needs kept surging
Your contribution can make a difference https://bit.ly/4qiXrIC
As we cross this six-year mark, WHO asks countries and partners, just as we ask ourselves: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
The answer is yes and no.
bit.ly/4af2tzL
The answer is yes and no.
bit.ly/4af2tzL
Six years after COVID-19’s global alarm: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
Six years ago, the Director-General of the World Health Organization sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus diseas...
bit.ly
February 2, 2026 at 10:58 PM
As we cross this six-year mark, WHO asks countries and partners, just as we ask ourselves: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
The answer is yes and no.
bit.ly/4af2tzL
The answer is yes and no.
bit.ly/4af2tzL
While the PHEIC was declared over in May 2023, the impact of COVID-19 remains etched in our collective memory – and continues to be felt worldwide.
bit.ly/4af2tzL
bit.ly/4af2tzL
Six years after COVID-19’s global alarm: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
Six years ago, the Director-General of the World Health Organization sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus diseas...
bit.ly
February 2, 2026 at 10:58 PM
While the PHEIC was declared over in May 2023, the impact of COVID-19 remains etched in our collective memory – and continues to be felt worldwide.
bit.ly/4af2tzL
bit.ly/4af2tzL
Six years ago, the Director-General of the @who.int sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus disease (later known as COVID-19) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
Statement: bit.ly/4af2tzL
Statement: bit.ly/4af2tzL
Six years after COVID-19’s global alarm: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
Six years ago, the Director-General of the World Health Organization sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus diseas...
bit.ly
February 2, 2026 at 10:58 PM
Six years ago, the Director-General of the @who.int sounded the highest global alarm available under international law at the time, declaring the outbreak of a new coronavirus disease (later known as COVID-19) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
Statement: bit.ly/4af2tzL
Statement: bit.ly/4af2tzL
WHO warns that millions of people living with Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) continue to face profound and often unseen suffering due to discrimination, social stigma and untreated #MentalHealth conditions bit.ly/45D1gki
January 30, 2026 at 8:18 AM
WHO warns that millions of people living with Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) continue to face profound and often unseen suffering due to discrimination, social stigma and untreated #MentalHealth conditions bit.ly/45D1gki
#HealthyDiets have different foods & flavours, but share the same principles: adequacy, balance, moderation & diversity. Eat a variety of minimally processed & unprocessed foods to ensure you get enough essential micronutrients while reducing unhealthy fats, sugars & salt.
More info 👉bit.ly/4pXCsux
More info 👉bit.ly/4pXCsux
January 29, 2026 at 9:45 AM
#HealthyDiets have different foods & flavours, but share the same principles: adequacy, balance, moderation & diversity. Eat a variety of minimally processed & unprocessed foods to ensure you get enough essential micronutrients while reducing unhealthy fats, sugars & salt.
More info 👉bit.ly/4pXCsux
More info 👉bit.ly/4pXCsux
In 1922, insulin co-discoverer Frederick Banting refused to profit from the discovery and offered it to the world as a global public good.
Today, many people with diabetes still don't have access to affordable and quality treatment and care.
Today, many people with diabetes still don't have access to affordable and quality treatment and care.
January 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM
In 1922, insulin co-discoverer Frederick Banting refused to profit from the discovery and offered it to the world as a global public good.
Today, many people with diabetes still don't have access to affordable and quality treatment and care.
Today, many people with diabetes still don't have access to affordable and quality treatment and care.
1 in 200 #polio infections leads to irreversible paralysis.
In the 1960s children suffering from irreversible paralysis caused by polio were required to use 'iron lungs' to help them breathe.
We don't see these 'iron lungs' anymore today because #VaccinesWork
In the 1960s children suffering from irreversible paralysis caused by polio were required to use 'iron lungs' to help them breathe.
We don't see these 'iron lungs' anymore today because #VaccinesWork
January 27, 2026 at 2:01 PM
1 in 200 #polio infections leads to irreversible paralysis.
In the 1960s children suffering from irreversible paralysis caused by polio were required to use 'iron lungs' to help them breathe.
We don't see these 'iron lungs' anymore today because #VaccinesWork
In the 1960s children suffering from irreversible paralysis caused by polio were required to use 'iron lungs' to help them breathe.
We don't see these 'iron lungs' anymore today because #VaccinesWork
Let's talk about #polio!
The virus can invade our nervous system and cause paralysis in just hours. Remember: 1 in 200 cases leads to irreversible paralysis (usually in the legs). However, thanks to vaccines polio can be prevented! #VaccinesWork
Stay informed and protect yourself and loved ones!
The virus can invade our nervous system and cause paralysis in just hours. Remember: 1 in 200 cases leads to irreversible paralysis (usually in the legs). However, thanks to vaccines polio can be prevented! #VaccinesWork
Stay informed and protect yourself and loved ones!
January 26, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Let's talk about #polio!
The virus can invade our nervous system and cause paralysis in just hours. Remember: 1 in 200 cases leads to irreversible paralysis (usually in the legs). However, thanks to vaccines polio can be prevented! #VaccinesWork
Stay informed and protect yourself and loved ones!
The virus can invade our nervous system and cause paralysis in just hours. Remember: 1 in 200 cases leads to irreversible paralysis (usually in the legs). However, thanks to vaccines polio can be prevented! #VaccinesWork
Stay informed and protect yourself and loved ones!
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As a founding member of @who.int, the United States of America has contributed significantly to many of WHO’s greatest achievements, including the eradication of smallpox. WHO has always engaged with the US, and all Member States, with full respect for their sovereignty. 1/4
WHO statement on notification of withdrawal of the United States
WHO regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal from WHO – a decision that makes both the United States and the world less safe. The notification of withdrawal raises issues that will be con...
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January 24, 2026 at 9:30 PM
As a founding member of @who.int, the United States of America has contributed significantly to many of WHO’s greatest achievements, including the eradication of smallpox. WHO has always engaged with the US, and all Member States, with full respect for their sovereignty. 1/4
WHO statement on notification of withdrawal of the United States
WHO regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal from WHO – a decision that makes both the United States and the world less safe.
Full statement: bit.ly/46dT0HF
WHO regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal from WHO – a decision that makes both the United States and the world less safe.
Full statement: bit.ly/46dT0HF
January 24, 2026 at 8:35 PM
WHO statement on notification of withdrawal of the United States
WHO regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal from WHO – a decision that makes both the United States and the world less safe.
Full statement: bit.ly/46dT0HF
WHO regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal from WHO – a decision that makes both the United States and the world less safe.
Full statement: bit.ly/46dT0HF
Fertility care is part of health care.
It needs to be included in health policies, services, and financing.
The new WHO #infertility guideline helps countries make prevention and treatment available through everyday health services, so more people can plan their futures safely. 🔗bit.ly/4ol6cka
It needs to be included in health policies, services, and financing.
The new WHO #infertility guideline helps countries make prevention and treatment available through everyday health services, so more people can plan their futures safely. 🔗bit.ly/4ol6cka
January 24, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Fertility care is part of health care.
It needs to be included in health policies, services, and financing.
The new WHO #infertility guideline helps countries make prevention and treatment available through everyday health services, so more people can plan their futures safely. 🔗bit.ly/4ol6cka
It needs to be included in health policies, services, and financing.
The new WHO #infertility guideline helps countries make prevention and treatment available through everyday health services, so more people can plan their futures safely. 🔗bit.ly/4ol6cka
Measles can be fatal.
Do you know its symptoms?
🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔴 Fever
🔴 Cough
🔴 Red and watery eyes
🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks
Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles. 🔗bit.ly/4iq4nkD
Do you know its symptoms?
🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔴 Fever
🔴 Cough
🔴 Red and watery eyes
🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks
Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles. 🔗bit.ly/4iq4nkD
January 23, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Measles can be fatal.
Do you know its symptoms?
🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔴 Fever
🔴 Cough
🔴 Red and watery eyes
🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks
Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles. 🔗bit.ly/4iq4nkD
Do you know its symptoms?
🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔴 Fever
🔴 Cough
🔴 Red and watery eyes
🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks
Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles. 🔗bit.ly/4iq4nkD
Every child deserves a safe, inclusive place to
PLAY.
LEARN.
GROW.
The SPACES guide shows how cities can be designed in children’s interests, putting health, safety, equity and sustainability first 👉bit.ly/4jZyksQ
PLAY.
LEARN.
GROW.
The SPACES guide shows how cities can be designed in children’s interests, putting health, safety, equity and sustainability first 👉bit.ly/4jZyksQ
January 22, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Every child deserves a safe, inclusive place to
PLAY.
LEARN.
GROW.
The SPACES guide shows how cities can be designed in children’s interests, putting health, safety, equity and sustainability first 👉bit.ly/4jZyksQ
PLAY.
LEARN.
GROW.
The SPACES guide shows how cities can be designed in children’s interests, putting health, safety, equity and sustainability first 👉bit.ly/4jZyksQ
Polio once paralyzed hundreds of thousands of children every year. Thanks to the global polio eradication efforts, cases have fallen by 99.9% since 1988.
But polio is not gone yet.
Dr. Jamal Ahmad explains why #EndPolio still matters and what’s at stake if we don’t finish the job.
But polio is not gone yet.
Dr. Jamal Ahmad explains why #EndPolio still matters and what’s at stake if we don’t finish the job.
WHO's Science in 5 - Polio: Almost gone, not finished - 16 January 2026
Episode #146 / Januray 16, 2026 / Poliomyelitis Polio: 99.9% Defeated. What Will It Take to End It for Good? This disease once paralyzed hundreds of thousands of children every year, striking fear into families across the world. Thanks to global vaccination efforts, cases have fallen by 99.9% since 1988. But polio is not gone yet. In this episode of Science in 5, we speak with Dr. Jamal Ahmad about why polio eradication still matters, how close the world truly is to ending this disease forever, and what’s at stake if we don’t finish the job. Polio spreads easily, respects no borders, and remains a threat as long as it exists anywhere. With only a few cases left in two countries, the tools, knowledge, and partnerships are stronger than ever—but sustained political commitment and global cooperation are essential. Ending polio would mean no child is ever paralyzed by this disease again—and billions saved for health systems worldwide. 👉 Make sure all children are vaccinated 👉 Call on governments to keep supporting eradication 👉 Get involved through partners like Rotary Because eradication is all or nothing—and we are closer than ever. More info: https://www.who.int/health-topics/poliomyelitis Activez les sous-titres dans VOTRE langue ! ¡Activa los subtítulos en TU idioma! Активируйте субтитры на ВАШЕМ языке! قم بتفعيل الترجمة في لغتك! 激活自动翻译功能，使用您的语言字幕！ Aktivieren Sie Untertitel in IHRER Sprache! Washa manukuu katika lugha YAKO! अपनी भाषा में सबटाइटल सक्रिय करें! You can watch Science in 5 in your language by using the "Auto-translate" feature in YouTube: https://youtu.be/CHsrz1VV--g Activate the subtitles first and then choose your language! Go to bottom right of the video + Settings + Subtitles/CC + Auto-translate and then choose the language of your choice. Some other episodes were also published in these linguistic playlists: Spanish: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6hS8Moik7ktt7QccOeLSyI1agc6yRHjj French: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiIQJ9sPqPFxQyKvHIVxI-mbiTsAI6Six Portuguese: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6hS8Moik7kux2qXeA0jHCNyK4GVorTJM Thai: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9S6xGsoqIBXRQzSDOfFb13iPrbL8fgy1 Nepali: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv3LbY_wohnNmC0c5yAjlyYO-AsKynshD Maithili: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv3LbY_wohnOzLMPfIg4evuGnNUifuaXX Bahasa: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLekyghuTrqcaanPy2F-LiW368Emsg1A2J Tetum: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDj7fL7ecKij-CD-4DBTzPwg_tnFUOowt
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January 22, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Polio once paralyzed hundreds of thousands of children every year. Thanks to the global polio eradication efforts, cases have fallen by 99.9% since 1988.
But polio is not gone yet.
Dr. Jamal Ahmad explains why #EndPolio still matters and what’s at stake if we don’t finish the job.
But polio is not gone yet.
Dr. Jamal Ahmad explains why #EndPolio still matters and what’s at stake if we don’t finish the job.
Safe, inclusive public spaces are essential for children’s health, learning and social connection.
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
January 21, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Safe, inclusive public spaces are essential for children’s health, learning and social connection.
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
Every hour, 1000+ people die from strokes & heart attacks caused by high blood pressure. Most of these deaths are preventable.
Lifestyle changes such as:
🍽️ Eating a healthy, low-salt diet
🚭 Quitting tobacco
💪 Being active
💤 Having quality sleep & reducing stress
can help lower your blood pressure.
Lifestyle changes such as:
🍽️ Eating a healthy, low-salt diet
🚭 Quitting tobacco
💪 Being active
💤 Having quality sleep & reducing stress
can help lower your blood pressure.
January 19, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Every hour, 1000+ people die from strokes & heart attacks caused by high blood pressure. Most of these deaths are preventable.
Lifestyle changes such as:
🍽️ Eating a healthy, low-salt diet
🚭 Quitting tobacco
💪 Being active
💤 Having quality sleep & reducing stress
can help lower your blood pressure.
Lifestyle changes such as:
🍽️ Eating a healthy, low-salt diet
🚭 Quitting tobacco
💪 Being active
💤 Having quality sleep & reducing stress
can help lower your blood pressure.
Tobacco use harms fertility.
Nicotine damages eggs and sperm, increasing the risk of infertility in both men and women.
The new WHO guideline recommends quitting tobacco to increase your chances of conceiving.
Fertility care includes information on how lifestyle can impact health: bit.ly/4ol6cka
Nicotine damages eggs and sperm, increasing the risk of infertility in both men and women.
The new WHO guideline recommends quitting tobacco to increase your chances of conceiving.
Fertility care includes information on how lifestyle can impact health: bit.ly/4ol6cka
January 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Tobacco use harms fertility.
Nicotine damages eggs and sperm, increasing the risk of infertility in both men and women.
The new WHO guideline recommends quitting tobacco to increase your chances of conceiving.
Fertility care includes information on how lifestyle can impact health: bit.ly/4ol6cka
Nicotine damages eggs and sperm, increasing the risk of infertility in both men and women.
The new WHO guideline recommends quitting tobacco to increase your chances of conceiving.
Fertility care includes information on how lifestyle can impact health: bit.ly/4ol6cka