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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · 22h

📰Artificial Intelligence could transform health care— if we get it right: WHO calls for more equitable use of AI in the Western Pacific.
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Artificial Intelligence could transform health care— if we get it right: WHO calls for more equitable use of AI in the Western Pacific - World

News and Press Release in English on World about Health; published on 13 Oct 2025 by WHO

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · 12d

COVID19 exposed the fragility of health systems. WHO in the Western Pacific is calling for strengthened preparedness, resilience & collective action against future health emergencies. Learn more about the amendments to the International Health Regulations & its impact👉🏾 kiripost.com/stories/west...

Western Pacific Strengthens Health Security After Covid-19 Lessons

The pandemic exposed the fragility of global and regional health systems, prompting Western Pacific countries to adopt amendments to the International Health Regulations and the WHO Pandemic Agreement...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · 15d

"Silent killer” in the spotlight: WHO in the Western Pacific urges action to prevent and control hypertension, and save millions of lives.
Learn more about the situation, the progress and the opportunities in the region 👉🏽 matangitonga.to/2025/09/29/h...

Hypertension: leading risk factor for premature deaths

Nuku'alofa, Tonga: Most people with hypertension feel fine, until they don’t. A stroke that robs someone of speech, a heart attack on the job, or kidney failure seemingly without warning. These are am...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · 19d

🚨Great news in global health!

WHO today announced that 21 Pacific island countries & areas have eliminated measles & rubella. Japan too has achieved rubella elimination after eliminating measles in 2015. Meaningful progress in protecting children & communities!

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Rubella elimination verified in Japan, and measles and rubella elimination verified in Pacific island countries and areas

The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced that the 21 Pacific island countries and areas that are part of the WHO Western Pacific Region have collectively been verified as having eliminated ...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Aug 17

In times of health emergencies, every second matters. Rapid access to accurate information & effective tools for those on the front lines are key. Learn about the community of practice for health professionals launched by the WHO office for the Western Pacific Region 👇🏽

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Connected to protect: strengthening emergency health workforce through a strong community of practice

Launched in July 2024 amid a major dengue outbreak, the APHSAF Community of Practice was created by the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Western Pacific to meet a clear and urge...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Aug 10

Parters in health!
Papua New Guinea remains vulnerable to polio resurgence as routine immunization & reaching remote communities is challenging. New Zealand contributed NZ$2M to strengthen immunization, in partnership w/ Australia, Gavi, GPEI & NZ’s Department of Health.
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New Zealand Contributes NZ$2 million to WHO to Support PNG's Polio Outbreak Response

The World Health Organisation (WHO) acknowledges the generous NZ$2 million contribution from the Government of New Zealand to support Papua New Guinea’s response to the ongoing polio outbreak. This fu...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Aug 5

Why breastfeed?
Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure a baby’s health, development, and survival in the earliest stages of life. It acts as their first vaccine, providing protection against diseases including diarrhoea and pneumonia.
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On World Breastfeeding Week, countries urged to invest in health systems and support breastfeeding mothers

Strengthening health systems to support breastfeeding is not just a health imperative, it is a moral and economic imperative. WHO and UNICEF remain committed to supporting countries to build resilient...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jul 24

Good news!
The Solomon Islands officially launched the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination Big Catch-up (BCU) on 16 July, aimed at protecting girls against cervical cancer, the most common cancer affecting women in the Solomon Islands.

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HPV vaccine rollout begins: A life-saving shot for the girls of Solomon Islands

The Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), with the support of development partners and donors, officially launched the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination Big Catch-up (BC...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jul 18

Emergency Medical Teams (EMT) are key in providing life-saving medical care. Responding to natural disasters, outbreaks & other public health emergencies. WHO is strengthening the Lao EMT, equipping healthcare workers w/skills & equipment to respond to emergency events.
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Preparing Lao PDR’s Emergency Medical Team

In times of crisis, Emergency Medical Teams (EMTs) play a critical role providing life-saving medical care. Responding to natural disasters, outbreaks and other public health emergencies, EMTs are at ...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jul 11

WHO Member States had their 1st meeting of the Intergovernmental Working Group on the WHO Pandemic Agreement, formalizing next steps on implementing key provisions of the legal instrument to make the world safer from future pandemics.
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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jul 8

Taxing tobacco, alcohol & sugary drinks can reduce consumption & create revenue to reinvest in health care, education & social protection.
WHO launched an initiative urging countries to raise real prices on these products by at least 50% by 2035 through #HealthTaxes

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WHO launches bold push to raise health taxes and save millions of lives

The World Health Organization (WHO) today has launched a major new initiative urging countries to raise real prices on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by at least 50% by 2035 through health taxes,...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jul 7

📰 Good news!
UN renews crucial human rights expert mandate on sexual orientation & gender identity!
The only human rights expert within the UN specifically dedicated to addressing violence and discrimination against #LGBT & gender diverse persons.

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UN renews crucial human rights expert mandate on sexual orientation and gender identity - ILGA World

The UN Human Rights Council voted to renew the mandate of the Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity for 3 more years

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jul 5

Between 1 Jan & 1 July 2025, WHO was notified by Cambodia’s International Health Regulations National Focal Point of 11 laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) virus. 7 of the 11 cases were reported in June, unusual monthly increase.

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Avian Influenza A(H5N1) - Cambodia

Between 1 January and 1 July 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) was notified by Cambodia’s International Health Regulations (IHR) National Focal Point (NFP) of 11 laboratory-confirmed cases of ...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jun 25

We face a clear choice: accept widening disparities in cervical cancer outcomes or work together to build a future where every woman, no matter who she is or where she lives, has the chance to live a healthy life, free from cervical cancer.
Read more 👉🏽

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(Gift Article)From inequity to action: Eliminating cervical cancer in the Western Pacific - Academia - The Jakarta Post

Across the region, countries are showing it is possible to overcome barriers by adapting innovations to local contexts.

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Jun 24

Viet Nam reported its 1st case of Mpox in Sept 2022. WHO Country Office in Viet Nam has supported the Gvmt to share information on this infectious disease and how people can protect themselves. WHO has designed & delivered messages to people who were most at risk.

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Data and collaboration help create communications to reach people at risk of Mpox in Viet Nam

When Viet Nam reported its first case of mpox in September 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Viet Nam supported the Government’s response, including sharing information on th...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Apr 28

Good news in global health! In case you missed it over the weekend…
Uganda declared the end of the Ebola disease outbreak, less than three months after the virus was confirmed in the capital Kampala.
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Uganda declares end of Ebola outbreak

Uganda today declared the end of the Ebola disease outbreak, less than three months after the virus was confirmed in the capital Kampala.

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Apr 25

Vaccines save lives.
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WHO's Science in 5 - Vaccines: Myths, facts and what WHO says - 24 April 2025

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Apr 25

Despite gains, malaria remains a major public health challenge, with nearly 600k lives lost to the disease in 2023. The African Region is hardest hit. WHO calls for revitalized efforts to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination. #healthforall
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WHO calls for revitalized efforts to end malaria

On World Malaria Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for revitalized efforts at all levels, from global policy to community action, to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination.

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Apr 16

📰 Great news in global health!

After more than 3 years of intensive negotiations, WHO Member States took a major step forward in efforts to make the world safer from pandemics, by finalizing a draft agreement for consideration at the World Health Assembly in May 2025!

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WHO Member States conclude negotiations and make significant progress on draft pandemic agreement

After more than three years of intensive negotiations, WHO Member States took a major step forward in efforts to make the world safer from pandemics, by forging a draft agreement for consideration at ...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Apr 7

Women today are more likely than ever to survive pregnancy & childbirth according to a major new report released today. But UN agencies highlight the threat of major backsliding as unprecedented aid cuts take effect around the world.

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Aid cuts threaten fragile progress in ending maternal deaths, UN agencies warn

Women today are more likely than ever to survive pregnancy and childbirth according to a major new report released today, but United Nations (UN) agencies highlight the threat of major backsliding as ...

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WHO @who.int · Apr 5

Funding cuts are threatening global health progress, including maternal & newborn care.

WHO faces unprecedented financial challenges — but we can rise as one!

Donate to the #OneWorldMovement: bit.ly/3QYjS6L

ONE WORLD - Health For All
We rise as one for maternal and newborn

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Mar 31

2 earthquakes devastated Myanmar. WHO deployed ~3 tonnes of emergency medical supplies in 24h & is coordinating global Emergency Medical Teams.
WHO needs $8M to deliver life-saving trauma care, prevent disease outbreaks, & restore essential health services.
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WHO flash appeal: earthquake response in Myanmar

Flash appeal requesting US$ 8 million for the WHO response to the earthquake in Myanmar which occurred in March 2025.

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Mar 26

Prioritize mental health!
The World Health Organization launched new guidance to help all countries reform and strengthen mental health policies & systems. Mental health services worldwide remain underfunded, with major gaps in access and quality.
Learn more here! 👉🏽 www.who.int/news/item/25...

New WHO guidance calls for urgent transformation of mental health policies

The World Health Organization (WHO) today launched new guidance to help all countries reform and strengthen mental health policies and systems. Mental health services worldwide remain underfunded, wit...

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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Mar 24

Good news in global health!
In an unprecedented show of unity, over 47M health professionals, patients, advocates, CSOs & individuals signed a call for urgent action to reduce air pollution & to protect people’s health from its devastating impacts.
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Mijail Santos @mijailsantos.bsky.social · Mar 24

Severe resource shortages are threatening the global response to end tuberculosis (TB).
Watch this 5-min video on TB: youtu.be/WiQmLO-Fk-U
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WHO's Science in 5 - Facing the TB crisis (Tuberculosis) - 21 March 2025

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