Today is World Hypertension Day!

Hypertension is the number one risk factor for preventable deaths globally, causing more fatalities than any other health condition and surpassing all infectious diseases combined.

#EndingDiseaseInAfrica
#BeatNCDs

Obesity is a complex & chronic disease.

To prevent obesity, people can
➡️ limit total fat & sugar intake
➡️ eat more fruit, vegetables, whole grains & nuts
➡️ do regular physical activity
Remember, obesity is PREVENTABLE!

The 4 most common #OralHealth conditions are:

🦷 tooth decay
🦷 gum disease
🦷 tooth loss
🦷 oral cancers

Fortunately, most cases are preventable and can be treated in their early stages.

Zero Tolerance for Sexual Misconduct !

📢Let’s talk about it: 1 in 3 women and girls experience violence in their lifetime.

We can all do our part to support victims, starting by speaking out and sending a clear message: ‘You are NOT alone'.

#EndGBV

Her Majesty, Queen Masenate Seeiso applauds @WHOlesotho and other partners for their unwavering support in ensuring that Lesotho recorded 93% coverage during the HPV vaccination campaign.

➡️ Over 139000 girls aged b/w 9 and 14 got the cervical cancer vaccine.

#VaccinesWork

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We welcome the Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance delegation on a working visit to 🇱🇸 accompanied by the EU in Lesotho 🇪🇺 World Bank, CHAL unicef Lesotho.

The team is here to celebrate the success of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation in delivering HPV Vaccinations in the country.

#VaccinesWork

Do your part, clean your hands, and help save millions of lives!

1 in 10 patients suffers from healthcare-associated infections.
Cleaning your hands is one of the most effective actions to reduce the spread of harmful germs and prevent infections.

Vaccines save 4-5 million lives yearly!

By guarding against serious diseases, vaccines are key to ending preventable deaths.

Let's spread the word: #VaccinesSaveLives !
#AVW2024

What is vaccination?

➡️A simple, safe & effective way to shield yourself from harmful diseases before encountering them!
➡️Vaccines boost your body’s natural defenses, strengthening your immune system against specific infections.

Do your part, stay updated on vaccinations!

Polio Eradication Initiative

Lesotho has established Environmental Surveillance for Polio with the support of WHO African Region

This will improve the sensitivity of Polio surveillance through early detection and response.

Fifty years ago, World Health Organization (WHO) launched the Expanded Programme on Immunization, bringing countries together to provide children everywhere with vaccines.

Since then, vaccination has saved an estimated 154 million lives.

This #WorldImmunizationWeek is a reminder of the lifesaving power

It's African Vaccination Week!

Join us in raising awareness of the lifesaving power of vaccines.

Spread the word:
✅Vaccines save lives
✅ Immunization protects communities

This week, ensure you and your children are up-to-date with your shots.

#VaccinesWork

Opening ceremony of the 1st International Conference on #PENPlus in Africa. #ICPPA24 x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

This is how you can prevent breast cancer:
➡️ Don't smoke
➡️Control your weight
➡️Limit or avoid alcohol
➡️Breastfeed
➡️Be physically active
➡️Avoid exposure to radiation

And remember:
Timely diagnosis saves lives
#MyHealthMyRight

Improving Maternal and Newborn Health

To reduce maternal mortality and newborn deaths, the Lesotho Ministry of Health is reviewing the performance of districts for the past 2 years on maternal and newborn health, with the support of WHO Lesotho unicef Lesotho & other partners.

Our latest Dialogues episode is out! Host Dr Garry Aslanyan speaks with Kinari Webb, a medical doctor, public health innovator and thought leader on how human and planetary health are linked. Listen to this #GlobalHealthMatters episode here 👉 tinyurl.com/GHM-E35

🏆Congratulations to the winners of WHO Lesotho World Health Day Poetry competition on the theme, 'My Health, My Right'.

#WorldHealthDay #MyHealthMyRight

Health is a human right!

Everyone should have access to the health services they need when and where they need them, without facing financial hardship. So, if you cannot access healthcare, that’s not right.

#WorldHealthDay2024 #MyRightMyHealth

Health is your fundamental right.

Lesotho Minister of Health Selibe Mochoboroane leading the health walk to commemorate World Health Day in 🇱🇸

#WorldHealthDay
#MyHealthMyRight