Most common sign of a #stroke is sudden weakness of the face, arm, or leg, often on one side of the body. Other symptoms include dizziness, loss of balance and sudden difficulty speaking, seeing or walking. If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, seek medical care immediately bit.ly/3bmxIL8

Most people with high blood pressure don’t feel any symptoms. And if left untreated, it can cause other health conditions like kidney disease, heart disease and stroke. Learn how to prevent, control & treat it bit.ly/4z5Vfsx

4 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every minute. #BreastCancer can have a variety of symptoms, especially when more advanced. Early diagnosis increases the chances for successful treatment bit.ly/46AmY9B

Good news from @WHO ahead of the weekend: people are living longer. Global life expectancy reached 73.3 years in 2023, almost fully recovering the years lost during COVID-19: who.int/news/item/02-10-2026… Now we must make sure people don’t just live longer, but live those extra years in good health. #HealthForAll

What is the world’s biggest killer? It's ischaemic heart disease, responsible for 16% of the world’s total deaths - that is equal to 9.5 million deaths in 2023. Stroke and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease were the second and third leading causes of deaths in 2023, responsible for approximately 11% (6.8 million) and 6% (3.6 million) of total deaths, respectively. 💔 Ischaemic heart disease is a condition where the heart muscle receives less blood flow and oxygen because the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked. 🧠 Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, either due to a blockage or bleeding. 🫁 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disease causing restricted airflow and breathing problems. It is sometimes called emphysema or chronic bronchitis. New global health estimates bit.ly/4z5Vfsx

It's #WorldOxygenDay Medical oxygen is vital for treating respiratory illnesses like pneumonia, managing surgery & trauma and supporting vulnerable groups like the elderly, pregnant women and newborns. Ensuring its availability is crucial across all healthcare levels. bit.ly/4gIfi89

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month #BreastCancer is the most common cancer among women globally and represents approximately a quarter of all cancers that occur in women every year. With 1 in 6 cancer deaths in women worldwide, breast cancer is also the leading cause of cancer deaths among women globally. Breast cancer is highly curable if detected in its early stages and adequate treatment is provided bit.ly/4o0GzFS

LIVE: @DrTedros' remarks at the 78th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Americas x.lingyaoai.com/i/broadcasts/1Nxarovmv…

There’s a lot you can do to age in a healthy manner, and it’s not just about your genes! Today’s daily dose reminds you that ageing well is in your hands. Start now!

Timely diagnosis saves lives. Take a second look 👀 at your #breasts.⁣ If you notice changes to your breasts, such as a lump, pitting of the skin or pain, go and see a health practitioner for a check-up. ⁣ ⁣ Most breast lumps are not cancerous. Those that are, can be more effectively treated if identified early. ✅ Check your breasts ⁣ ✅ Get screened regularly ⁣ ✅ See your doctor ⁣ ✅ Get your annual mammogram done

🌡️ From sporting events and concerts to festivals and religious gatherings, large crowds can face serious health risks in extreme heat. Across events studied worldwide, heat has caused more than 22 000 illnesses and nearly 1200 deaths. Such negative health effects can largely be prevented. Read WHO's new guidance on protecting people from heat at mass gatherings bit.ly/4rD7Kt8

When governments tax harmful products - tobacco, alcohol and sugary drinks - significantly, people consume less, lives are saved and public revenues rise. Small, irregular tax adjustments are too easily swallowed by inflation or manipulated by industry. Countries need predictable and ambitious increases that make these harmful products progressively less affordable bit.ly/4hV8ruE

WEBINAR: Understanding WHO’s 2027 Southern Hemisphere Influenza vaccine recommendations and science behind them 🗓️ Thursday, 1 October 2026 🕐 13.00 – 14.00 CEST Register bit.ly/4e5BWHI

Wildfires burn more than wood. The smoke releases harmful gases and tiny particles into the air that are toxic to breathe in. As wildfires spread, they're increasingly burning homes, roads, power lines and other structures. When materials and structures burn, they add even more harmful chemicals to the smoke. The ash left behind can also be dangerous; it may contain toxic metals, asbestos and other harmful chemicals.

Once symptoms of rabies set in, it is fatal. But, rabies deaths are preventable. And every minute matters. Here's what you need to know.

Cholera deaths increased by 30% in 2025. This marks the highest annual number of cholera deaths reported to WHO since 1999. Seven countries - Angola, Bangladesh, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, South Sudan, Sudan and Yemen - accounted for around 90% of all reported cholera cases and deaths globally. Data also reveal that vaccination has transformed the fight against meningococcal meningitis, one of the main causes of bacterial meningitis. Read more: bit.ly/47nZkwp

Recommended composition of #influenza vaccines for use in the 2027 southern hemisphere influenza season: bit.ly/4ym6ptq

#Rabies isn't a dog-only problem. Cats, bats, foxes, jackals. Any mammal can carry the virus and pass it on through a single bite or scratch. If it happens to you, get to a clinic fast. Once symptoms appear, it's almost always too late. #WorldRabiesDay

Vaccinate dogs as it stops #rabies virus at its source and protects both animals and humans. #WorldRabiesDay

Protecting people starts with protecting our animals. Regular vaccination of dogs and other pets helps stop rabies at its source and prevents transmission within communities. If a person is bitten or scratched by an animal that may have #rabies, immediate access to appropriate medical care and post-exposure vaccination can save their life. Vaccinate pets. Act quickly after exposure. Together, we can stop rabies transmission. #WorldRabiesDay