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World Health Organization @WHO.int in the Western #Pacific Region, home to 2.2B people in #Asia & #Oceania.
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Good habits can bring good fortune… and even good health! ❣️Which healthy habit are you bringing into the New Year? 👇 (2/2)
February 17, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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🏠 If you are feeling unwell, stay home. Monitor your symptoms and contact your health-care provider.
Illustration of a person sitting up in bed, wrapped in a blanket and drinking from a cup. Text reads: “Stay home if feeling unwell.”
February 16, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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😷 If you are in a crowded or poorly ventilated area, wear a mask to help you and others stay safe from respiratory illnesses.

👩‍⚕ Get #COVID19, #flu, and #measles vaccines as advised by your health-care provider.
“An illustration of people sitting close together in a crowded room, all wearing face masks. Several individuals have their hands raised. The text above reads: ‘Wear a mask in crowded or poorly‑ventilated areas to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.’ The World Health Organization Western Pacific Region logo appears in the corner.” Illustration of a healthcare worker giving a vaccination injection in a person’s upper arm. Text reads: “If you’re travelling, make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date.” Includes the World Health Organization Western Pacific Region logo.
February 16, 2026 at 9:40 AM
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🪟 Open windows when possible to allow fresh air to circulate.
🤧 Cover coughs & sneezes with a bent elbow or a tissue. Dispose of the used tissue in a closed bin.
🙌Clean your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 40-60 seconds or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Illustration of three passengers inside public transport. One person wears a mask while using a phone, another sits by the window with airflow shown, and a third person covers their mouth while coughing. Text bubbles read: “Open the windows when you can for good ventilation” and “Cover sneezes and coughs.” Illustration of a person standing at a sink using hand sanitizer or soap. People are seated at tables in the background. Text reads: “Clean your hands frequently with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer.”
February 16, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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Read Bong's first person account here: www.who.int/westernpacif...
Two emergency responders work together outdoors to secure ropes attached to a large white tent or shelter, surrounded by lush greenery and banana trees. A caption explains that they tested preparedness through a simulation exercise involving a Category 4 cyclone. The WHO Vanuatu logo is visible at the top. An outdoor emergency setup is shown with portable tables, chairs, and equipment arranged under a canopy tent. Nearby, shipping containers and tents stand on a grassy area. A quote on the image emphasizes the importance of being ready when emergencies occur. The WHO Vanuatu logo appears at the top.
February 9, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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" #Vanuatu 🇻🇺 is one of the most disaster-prone nations on earth. We can’t stop the storms from coming, but after this training, I know that when the situation arrives, VanMAT is ready to move faster and more effectively than ever before! " - Mr Bong Masseng
Several emergency responders gather around equipment inside a tent, examining and discussing logistics materials. A quote on the image highlights the importance of reviewing logistics systems to improve rapid deployment of clinical services after an emergency. The WHO Vanuatu logo is visible at the top. A group of team members sits at the entrance of a newly retrofitted shipping container equipped with emergency supplies and organized shelving. The group poses together, relaxed and smiling. A caption states that Bong and his team are enjoying a moment in the refurbished container. The WHO Vanuatu logo is displayed at the top.
February 9, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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We must protect the progress we’ve made and keep investing in better tools, diagnostics, and treatments—so we can close gaps and move closer towards eliminating NTDs.

Learn more about the milestones in addressing neglected tropical diseases via this link: www.who.int/campaigns/wo...
Milestones through the years
A timeline of key public health milestones, created for the occasion of the World Health Organization’s 75th anniversary, serves as a reminder of some of the most memorable successes and how these hav...
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January 30, 2026 at 8:39 AM
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The WHO global guideline helps countries make prevention & treatment available through everyday health services. So more people can plan their futures safely: www.who.int/publications...
Guideline for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infertility
The objective of this guideline is to provide evidence-based recommendations to prevent, diagnose and treat infertility. It provides a source for countries to adopt, adapt or update their national cli...
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January 19, 2026 at 7:29 AM