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Timely, quality care during pregnancy, childbirth, and after delivery saves lives — but how well are we doing in Ghana? Watch this video to see why maternal and newborn care matters and what the latest Ghana Demographic and Health Survey reveals about our progress and gaps⬇️

The #TIME100 includes me this year, but I think of it as recognition of my colleagues at World Health Organization (WHO), who work day in, day out, in cities, villages and places of conflict, in pursuit of our goal of promoting #HealthForAll. I would like to thank my friend Larry Brilliant MD MPH FACPM 💛💙 for the

#Mpox: What you need to know 👇🏾 #ViralFactsAfrica Viral Facts Africa

A new study highlights the many chronic health complications caused by female genital mutilation (FGM), in addition to immediate, sometimes life-threatening risks from the practice. Among other long-term health problems, survivors of FGM: 🔸Have more than double the risk of

Diseases don't have borders 🌎 Neither should disease prevention🎯 Last week's four-day learning-exchange brought together Africa CDC, ECDC, WHO Africa Regional Office and the WHO Academy in Lyon to share knowledge, address threats and strengthen the health and care workforce.

✅ Thousands of kilometres walked ✅ Thousands of children protected This week, Kenya completed Round 2 of its #PolioVaccination campaign - targeting over 979,700 children in Marsabit, Garissa, Wajir & Mandera. Together, we can #EndPolio.

#DYK? The African Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety (AACVS) advises WHO African Region on vaccine safety—from trials to routine use. WHO African Region hosted the 8th AACVS meeting: 3 days of expert dialogue on strengthening safety systems through real-time data, regional collaboration, and

Targeted health worker training is delivering real impact for mothers and newborns in Ghana. Progress like this is no accident. It takes leadership, investment, and commitment. Congratulations to Ghana for prioritizing the skills that save lives.

Polio was once unstoppable. Now, it’s on the brink of elimination. 70 years ago, one vaccine marked the beginning of the end. Watch how far we’ve come in the fight against one of the world’s most feared diseases. + read more: bit.ly/42mRyBz #EndPolio #VaccinesWork

As the #mpox emergency continues, Africa CDC and WHO have released an updated Continental Response Plan focused on: ✔️ Controlling outbreaks ✔️ Expanding vaccination ✔️ Strengthening long-term resilience Over 1 million vaccine doses have been delivered to 10 countries. Lab

.Africa CDC and World Health Organization (WHO) have updated their joint Continental Response Plan for #mpox as the disease continues to affect new areas. bit.ly/42B5M0e The revised strategy focuses on controlling outbreaks, while expanding vaccination coverage and transitioning toward a

The annual NTD Programme Managers’ Meeting has concluded in Lomé🇹🇬, with stakeholders now equipped with innovative strategies to accelerate progress against #NTDs in the African Region. Read more ⬇️ afro.who.int/countries/togo…

Village health teams have played a critical role of sensitizing communities on the #Ebola outbreak in Uganda. More than 850,000 households in 10 priority districts have been reached through intensive door-to-door sensitization on Ebola. World Health Organization (WHO) WHO African Region Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Ministry of Health- Uganda

On #Mpox, it is not over. We will keep pushing, #together World Health Organization (WHO) & Africa CDC in support of our Member States.

I was honored to welcome Kenya Mission Geneva Ambassador Amb. Dr. Fancy Too, MBS on her first visit to World Health Organization (WHO) since recently taking up her post. We discussed the strong collaboration between WHO and #Kenya, and the opportunities for expanding the use of digital technology and data to support health

🚨 Weekly Bulletin on Public Health Emergencies in the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region (7 - 13 April 2025). Key developments: ⭕ 𝐀𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 in Niger ⭕ 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚 in Mozambique ⭕ 𝐌𝐩𝐨𝐱 in Uganda Read more➡️bit.ly/3GrMNOe

The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Emergency Hub in Dakar🇸🇳 is strengthening the African region’s capacity to respond swiftly to health emergencies. The Hub is actively supporting response efforts in the DRC🇨🇩 by rapidly deploying equipment and essential supplies to help tackle ongoing outbreaks

#Anaemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells is lower than normal. This means less oxygen is being delivered throughout the body. Here are some common symptoms 👇🏿

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the leading cause of cervical cancer. Vaccination, along with regular screening, can prevent most cases. The #HPV vaccine is safe and effective.