World Health Organization
3 years ago ⋅ English ⋅ 1 min read
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Special session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe: summary and outcome

The ongoing war in Ukraine and its impact on health conditions locally, as well as health matters regionally and beyond, were the focus of a special session of the WHO Regional Committe... Read More
World Health Organization
3 years ago ⋅ English ⋅ 4 min read
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Opening remarks at the Special Session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe

Good morning and thank you for joining this special session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe.These are dark times for the European Region, as we are confronted with unthinkable... Read More
World Health Organization
3 years ago ⋅ English ⋅ 3 min read
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Risk communication and community engagement for health emergencies: learning lessons from COVID-19 in the Western Balkans

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown, perhaps as never before, the importance of risk communication and community engagement (RCCE) for emergency preparedness and response. Communicating the... Read More
World Health Organization
3 years ago ⋅ English ⋅ 1 min read
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WHO report highlights a new approach to reducing NCD risks in prisons

Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are among the biggest health threats for people living in prisons – yet there are still not enough policies to address this serious problem. The new WHO... Read More
World Health Organization
3 years ago ⋅ English ⋅ 2 min read
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Getting emergency medical supplies to where they are needed most: interview with Olexander Babanin on the logistics of WHO support to Ukraine

Olexander Babanin is Logistics and Operations Officer for WHO, and is responsible for organizing the transportation of essential medical supplies and equipment from storage facilities t... Read More
World Health Organization
3 years ago ⋅ English ⋅ 1 min read
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New climate change country profiles show key health risks and priority areas for action in European Region

Climate change affects everybody across the world, but each country may face different effects in various ways. To address this threat, national authorities need information on the spec... Read More