UNICEF is working with @WHOAFRO and @AfricaCDC to respond to mpox while ensuring that the rights and needs of children remain central to all efforts.

His discussion further highlighted how proper nutrition is not just a personal health issue but a global imperative that can significantly influence public health outcomes @TheWaaph @ohanyidof @adoyithomas #YPPH24 #HLLP24 #PublicHealth #Nutrition #GlobalHealth #PandemicResilience

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Discover the incredible health benefits of breastfeeding! 🌟 From reducing infection risks to promoting cognitive development, breastfeeding supports both baby and mother. This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, let’s spread awareness and ensure every mother gets the support she needs.

Exclusive breastfeeding without water in the first 6 months of life provides all the essential nutrients and antibodies your baby needs for optimal growth. #2024WBWNg #WBW2024 #WABA #breastfeeding #ClosingTheGap #BreastfeedingSupportForAll #worldbreastfeedingweek2024

Are you aware that exclusive breastfeeding can save lives by reducing infant mortality rates? This simple, natural practice is powerful in promoting a baby's health and development. #2024WBWNg #WBW2024 #WABA #breastfeeding #ClosingTheGap #BreastfeedingSupportForAll

Do you know that the safest food in an emergency is the mother’s own milk? Donor human milk is the next best option. Those who cannot directly feed their babies can also be supported to express their milk. #2024WBWNg #WBW2024​ #WABA ​ #breastfeeding #ClosingTheGap

World Breast Feeding week begins today🎈. Breast milk is the only food and drink your baby needs for the first 6 months of life. For a healthy start in your baby’s life, breastfeed EXCLUSIVELY for the first 6 months. #2024WBWNg #WBW2024​ #WABA ​ #breastfeeding #ClosingTheGap

World Breast Feeding week begins today🎈. Breast milk is the only food and drink your baby needs for the first 6 months of life. For a healthy start in your baby’s life, breastfeed EXCLUSIVELY for the first 6 months. #2024WBWNg #WBW2024​ #WABA ​ #breastfeeding #ClosingTheGap

Did you know that exclusive breastfeeding can significantly boost your baby's immune system, providing the best defense against common illnesses? Watch our video now (drive.google.com/file/d/1AgB…) to discover the life-saving benefits of exclusive breastfeeding.#Breastfeedingsupport

Counting down to #2024WBWNg! 🇳🇬 Tomorrow, Nigeria joins the world in celebrating breastfeeding. Let's #CloseTheGap and provide #BreastfeedingSupportForAll mothers. Together, we can support breastfeeding for all! 💪 #WBW2024 #StopWaterInFirst6Months #BreastfeedingSupportForAll

The Nutrition Unit is responsible for promoting nutrition accessibility, affordability, sustainability, education & sound scientific evidence-based practices. Its aims to reduce maternal, infant & young child malnutrition & increase exclusive breastfeeding rates to 50% by 2025.

All roads lead to Kigali for the #AfricaHealthTechSummit 2023! Our DG @ohanyidof will join a list of top dignitaries speaking at the opening plenary. Theme:"Empowering People, Transforming Communities" @nsengimanajp @alabriqu @JeanKaseya2 @laktarr001

🔔...Don't miss the chance to engage with thought leaders at #WHS2023 discussing "Racism in #GlobalHealth." Panellists: @AwaMCollSeck, @HHS_ASGA, @udnore, @rasanathan👤Chair: @khosla_rajat When: 15 Oct 23 Register: go.unu.edu/LzrO0 x.com/UNU_IIGH/status/171131… MT @UNU_IIGH

29 days left to join the 2023/2024 Inductees of the Academy of Public Health The Academy of Public Health (The APH) ⚕️ West African Institute of Public Health cordially invites professionals to join the membership of the Academy of Public Health as the countdown to its upcoming Induction ceremony begins. This prestigious event is hosted to commemorate the Graduate, Associate, Institution members, and Fellows of the Academy, the order of the ceremony will include a keynote speech from our distinguished guest speakers amongst many other proceedings. The Induction ceremony will be held on Thursday, 2nd of November, 2023, and is exclusive to only members of the Academy. To apply for Membership, interested persons should send the following; 1. A copy of your CV, 2. An application letter for the membership cadre that meets your qualifications and 3. A reference letter from either an academic of at least the rank of an Associate Professor whom you have worked with or has supervised you or the head or senior officer of the organization of current employment Applications should be sent to the e-mail address: aph@publichealth-edu.org

‘Africa should not have to choose between climate action and development’ dnnigeria.com/africa-should-… @WAIPH_News

Applications for 2023 graded membership of @TheWaaph is still open to all public health professionals in & outside W/Africa. Hybrid induction ceremony holds 2nd of Nov, 2023 x.com/TheWaaph/status/169182… @WFPHA_FMASP @AfricaCDC @DrTedros @iphfonline @ohanyidof

Many factors contribute to heart disease such as poor diet and lifestyle choices. Learn how to make nutritious food choices and stay active for your heart's health. 💓 #eatright #WorldHeartDay sm.eatright.org/HHfamily