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Together with @WHO and partners, we're on a mission to build a world where everyone can live a healthy, happy, and prosperous life. #HealthEquity

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isn't just about the environment - it's about people. Extreme weather and rising temperatures disproportionately affect the most vulnerable among us, exacerbating homelessness and health crises. Thanks, Salon, for the article. Important. bit.ly/3vIoAi1

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Hey folks, extreme heat is a genuine threat, and it's crucial we protect ourselves. Kudos to World Health Organization Philippines for these invaluable tips. (Worth saving these images on your phone for future reference.) twitter.com/WHOPhilippines…

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Powerful article by Molly O'Shea for STAT on the urgent need for safety for youth. Thank you for shedding light on this critical issue. for young people is paramount and more must be done to protect their mental well-being. bit.ly/49Gytub

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Absolutely! is an awesome film series exploring global health challenges and solutions. The Simprints & Arm film highlighting the significance of health IDs is definitely worth watching. youtu.be/ST1bEsggQ98 twitter.com/Simprints/stat…

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Whether in a catch-22 or not, the real issue is human-caused global warming. Important read by Matt Simon for WIRED, shedding light on new research helping to solve the complex climate change equation and its impact on our health: bit.ly/3UjMxFA

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Taking care of our mental health is just as important as our physical health. It's okay to not be okay sometimes, and reaching out for support can make all the difference. twitter.com/WHOWPRO/status…

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Oh, this looks really interesting! One to mark on the calendars for all of you interested in developing and improving healthcare in rural areas. (Thanks WHO/Europe for hosting!) twitter.com/WHO_Europe/sta…

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If you view affordable, accessible healthcare as an expense, you've got it wrong. Investing in healthcare protects people's health while also unlocking human capital and economic growth. (The session starts at 1:00 PM EST / 17:00 GMT.) twitter.com/WBG_Health/sta…

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Air pollution isn't just a health crisis; it's an economic crisis too. Helen Clark and Soumya Swaminathan urge World Bank and IMF to prioritize clean air. From our point of view, this is a challenge that demands action from philanthropists as well. bit.ly/4aXvYEU

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Augmented reality (AR) has certainly evolved from Minority Report to Pokémon Go to Apple Vision Pro, but beyond its entertainment value, how might AR be harnessed to address health challenges? Keen to learn more about this! bit.ly/3W0lmkj

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Thank you for sharing! We thought you might find this video on prevention in Indonesia interesting. It's part of the series we've just launched with BBC StoryWorks. youtu.be/gajVwoN9dyM twitter.com/WHOSEARO/statu…

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Absolutely appalling. Yet, we're deeply grateful for your unwavering commitment, WHO Sudan, providing vital medical supplies to combat malnutrition and save lives amidst conflict. Urgent action is needed to address this dire situation.
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Thank you, Céline Gounder, MD, ScM, FIDSA 🇺🇦, for documenting the triumph over . It's critical to leverage these lessons as we confront today's health challenges. Same goes for . We need to prioritize resilient health systems and community engagement. n.pr/43QR05L

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Thanks, World Health Organization (WHO), for drawing attention to this! disproportionately impacts poorer communities. Here's an example of affordable prevention techniques making a difference in Guatemala. youtu.be/pBvCNSh4u98
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Amidst the hype of , let's not forget its real-world impact. Beyond the stars, are there solutions for and better health on Earth? Curious to learn more about how space could bridge divides & improve healthcare. bit.ly/49xnSSe

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Feeling the weight of the digital age on our youth? Yup. Thought-provoking piece by Helen Coffey, uncovering the crisis triggered by smartphones and social media. Beyond the article's insights & recommendations, what solutions can we explore? bit.ly/4aoalxN

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, a film series produced by BBC StoryWorks and presented by us here at the Foundation, explores health challenges and opportunities around the world. The entire series is now available for streaming on YouTube: bit.ly/3xlZFBj twitter.com/BBCStoryWorks/…

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Access to healthcare shouldn't be a privilege, it's a fundamental right. Proud to stand alongside @UNFoundation and World Health Organization (WHO) in prioritizing on and every other day of the year! twitter.com/unfoundation/s…

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isn't just a haze in the sky. It's a dire threat to human health and global economies. Thanks to Maeve Cullinan for your article. It'd be interesting to spotlight projects and innovations that are seeking to tackle this monumental challenge. bit.ly/4arUdv7

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