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25/04/2025

💪🏿 Today is World Malaria Day, and it’s time to recommit to ending malaria.

🦟 Malaria is a life-threatening disease spread to humans by some types of mosquitoes. It is mostly found in tropical countries. It is preventable and curable.

In 2023, there were 263 million malaria cases and 597 000 deaths in 83 countries.

💡 We know how to end malaria. The choice is ours: act now or risk losing ground. Ending malaria is not just a health imperative; it is an investment in a more equitable, safer and prosperous future for every nation.

*Here are some key facts to know:*

🔹 Malaria claims an estimated 1 life every minute.

🔹 95% of deaths from malaria occur in in the African Region.

🔹 11 countries in Africa bear two thirds of the world’s malaria burden.

🔹 Since 2000, 2.2 billion malaria cases and 12.7 million deaths have been averted.

🔹 After years of steady decline in malaria cases and deaths, progress has stalled.

Malaria can be prevented by avoiding mosquito bites and by taking medicines. Talk to a doctor about taking medicines such as chemoprophylaxis before travelling to areas where malaria is common.

*Lower the risk of getting malaria by avoiding mosquito bites:*

1️⃣ Use mosquito nets when sleeping in places where malaria is present.
2️⃣ Use mosquito repellents (containing DEET, IR3535 or Icaridin) after dusk.
3️⃣ Use coils and vaporizers.
4️⃣ Wear protective clothing.
5️⃣ Use window screens.

23/04/2025

🌏 24-30 April 2025 is *World Immunization Week*.

💉Over the last 50 years, vaccines have saved at least 154 million lives. That’s 6 lives a minute, every day, for five decades.

During this period, there has been a 40% improvement in infant survival. However, we still need to reach millions of children who’ve never had a single vaccine.

*We also need to protect:*

👵🏽 older people from flu
👧🏾 young girls from HPV
🍼 babies from malaria & RSV
🤰🏼 pregnant women from tetanus

⚠️ We are at a watershed moment in the history of global health. Hard-won gains in stamping out diseases that are preventable through vaccination are in jeopardy. Decades of collaborative efforts between governments, aid agencies, scientists, healthcare workers, and parents got us to where we are today –– a world where we’ve eradicated smallpox and almost eradicated polio.

World Immunization Week 2025 aims to ensure even more children, adolescents, adults – and their communities – are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases.

☂️ Protect yourself and your family with immunization.

27/03/2025

‎🦷 Almost half of the world's population suffer from oral diseases.
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‎✅ The good news is, oral diseases can be prevented and treated in their early stages.
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‎Protect your oral health:
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‎🪥 Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste
‎🥗 Eat a well-balanced diet, low in sugars
‎💧 Drink water instead of sugary drinks
‎🚭 Quit smoking
‎🚫 Avoid alcohol consumption
‎⛑️ Wear protective gear during sports and while riding bikes or motorcycles to prevent facial injuries
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‎Good oral health is essential in our daily lives, it contributes to our overall health and well-being, and gives us confidence in interacting with others.
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‎❤️‍🩹Your mouth does a lot for you. Give it the care it deserves!

24/03/2025

⁉️ Did you know that tuberculosis (TB) is the world’s deadliest infectious disease?

⚠️ About a quarter of the global population is estimated to have been infected with TB bacteria, but most people will not develop the disease. In 2023, TB was responsible for 1.25 million deaths worldwide.

Key facts about TB:

🦠 Caused by bacteria that mainly affects the lungs
🗣 Spreads through the air when infected people cough, sneeze or spit
🤒 Symptoms include cough, fever, and weight loss
💉 It is preventable and curable
💊 It is treated with antibiotics

TB exists in all countries and age groups, but low- and middle-income regions are most affected.

Global efforts have saved 79 million lives since 2000! But we must do more to end TB by 2030.

Protect yourself from TB starts with:

✅ Awareness
🔬 Early detection
💊 Treatment

Consult your physician if you see symptoms like prolonged coughing, fever, or weight loss, especially if you've been in contact with someone diagnosed with tuberculosis recently.

21/02/2025

Did you know that…

⚠️ Over 200 diseases are caused by eating contaminated food.

🥘 1 in 10 people worldwide fall ill from contaminated food each year.

👶🏽 40% of the foodborne disease burden is carried by children under 5.

💵 US$ 110 billion is lost each year in productivity and medical expenses resulting from unsafe food in low- and middle-income countries.

Foodborne illnesses are usually infectious or toxic in nature and caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemical substances entering the body through contaminated food.

💡 Access to sufficient amounts of safe and nutritious food is key to sustaining life and good health.

🍎 Safe food supplies also contribute to food and nutrition security, support national economies, trade and tourism, and underpin sustainable development.

Food safety is everyone’s business, here’s what you can do:

*Practice* safe food handling at home: keep it clean, separate raw and cooked food, cook food thoroughly, keep food at safe temperatures and use safe water and raw materials.

*Learn* how to keep food safe before, during, and after emergencies, such as floods, fires, natural disasters or the loss of power.

*Know* how to report poor hygiene standards and misleading food labelling.

Food safety fact sheet provides key facts and information on major foodborne illnesses, causes, evolving world and food safety and WHO response.

15/02/2025

🎗️ *International Childhood Cancer Day - 15 February*

Every year, *400,000 children* worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. Most children with cancer can be cured, yet it remains a *leading cause of death.*

*Warning signs include:*
🌡️ Unexplained fever or infections
🤕 Severe headaches
🔴 Lumps, swelling, or unusual masses
📉 Unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite
🦴 Bone & joint pain
🩸 Unexplained bruising or bleeding

💡*Most common childhood cancers* are leukemias, brain cancers, lymphomas and solid tumours, such as neuroblastoma and Wilms tumour. Most childhood cancers *do not have a known cause.*

✅ Please forward this message to your friends and family who have children.

29/01/2025

👩🏽 Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women, but it is preventable and curable when discovered early.

Cervical cancer is caused by persistent infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). Almost all s*xually active people will be infected at some point in their lives, usually without symptoms.

⚠️ In most cases, the immune system clears HPV from the body. Persistent infection with high-risk HPV can cause abnormal cells to develop. Typically, it takes 15–20 years for abnormal cells to become cancer.

Risk factors for cancer progression include:

➡️ The type of HPV a person has
➡️ Immune status
➡️ The presence of other s*xually transmitted infections
➡️ Number of births
➡️ Young age at first pregnancy
➡️ Hormonal contraceptive use
➡️ Smoking

The good news is that cervical cancer is preventable and can be cured if diagnosed early.

Here are three steps to protect yourself from cervical cancer:

✅ Being vaccinated at age 9–14 years
✅ Screening from the age of 30
✅ Prompt quality treatment can cure cervical cancer

Learn more about cervical cancer and ways to protect yourself and your loved ones.

06/12/2024

Why are syphilis cases rising around the world? What is it and how does it spread? Here’s what you need to know:

➡️ Syphilis is a s*xually transmitted infection. If untreated, it can cause serious health issues.
➡️ It’s a sneaky disease. It can mimic many other health conditions.
➡️ In 2024 alone, 8 million syphilis cases were reported around the world.
➡️ Syphilis is increasing in pregnant women, affecting their unborn babies and newborn children.
➡️ Syphilis is treatable and curable. People who suspect they may have syphilis should speak to their healthcare provider.

How does one get syphilis?

⚠️ By having s*x with an infected person
⚠️ From mother to child
⚠️ During blood transfusion

People with multiple s*xual partners are at greater risk of getting syphilis.

What are the symptoms?

The majority of people don’t have any symptoms. Some may experience:

❤️‍🩹 A painless ge***al ulcer
❤️‍🩹 Flu-like symptoms
❤️‍🩹 A rash on the palms of hands and soles of feet
❤️‍🩹 Affects brain, nerves and heart at advanced stages

How to avoid getting syphilis?

✅ Use a condom when having s*x
✅ Pregnant women should get tested during their first prenatal care visit
✅ Get tested once a year if you are at higher risk

For more interesting facts about syphilis, watch this video ➡️ https://bit.ly/3BniCWk

20/11/2024

😰 Stress is a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives.

Everyone experiences stress to some degree. The way we respond to stress, however, makes a big difference to our overall wellbeing.

➡️ A little bit of stress is good and can help us perform daily activities. Too much stress can cause physical and mental health problems.

Physical signs of stress include:

❤️‍🩹 Headaches
❤️‍🩹 Neck and shoulder pain
❤️‍🩹 Lack of appetite
❤️‍🩹 Back pain
❤️‍🩹 A heavy chest
❤️‍🩹 Tight muscles
❤️‍🩹 An upset stomach

Learning how to cope with stress can help us feel less overwhelmed and support our mental and physical well-being. Here are some tips on how to cope with stress:

💡 Learn stress management
⏰ Keep a daily routine
💤 Get plenty of sleep
👩🏼‍🤝‍👩🏽 Connect with others
🥑 Eat healthy
🚴 Exercise regularly
📰 Limit the time you spend consuming news.

24/10/2024

It's International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.

📈 Lead poisoning occurs when lead builds up in the body, often over months or years. In most cases, lead poisoning occurs through ingestion and inhalation of lead particles.

Lead is a naturally occurring heavy metal used throughout human history in:

⛽ Petrol
🎣 Fishing weights
🎨 Paint
🔋 Batteries
💄 Makeup

🌎 Releases of lead into the environment contaminate our air, water and soil, which can cause widespread lead poisoning.

⚠️ There is no safe level of lead exposure. Lead can cause severe damage to our organs and it is particularly harmful to children.

Tips to prevent lead poisoning:

🎨 Avoid using lead-based products
🏠 Renovate safely and seek expert advice on removing lead-based paint
💊 Avoid buying products, food, and medicine from unregulated sources
📱 Dispose electronics in designated bins
🔋 Recycle old batteries properly
🚿 Wash children’s hands and face after playing outside
🚰 Check your drinking water for lead
👟 Remove shoes when you enter the house

The focus of this year’s campaign “Bright Futures begin Lead Free” reminds governments, civil society organizations, health partners, industry and others of the unacceptable risks of lead exposure and the need for action to protect children's health.