Tag: #WHO
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WORLD HEALTH ORG: 720,000+ DIE BY SUICIDE ANNUALLY, URGES SHIFT IN NARRATIVE
WHO calls for ending stigma and boosting mental health support to save lives worldwide. WHO reports over 720,000 suicides yearly, with most occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among 15–29-year-olds, driven by crises, mental health issues, and social isolation. Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus urges breaking silence, fostering empathy,…
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EBOLA OUTBREAK DECLARED IN DRC’S KASAI PROVINCE WITH 15 DEATHS
WHO and DRC health teams mobilize to contain deadly Ebola Zaire strain amid challenging conditions. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has confirmed an Ebola outbreak in Kasai Province with 28 suspected cases and 15 deaths. The rare and severe Ebola Zaire strain was identified, prompting deployment of WHO and national rapid response teams, vaccines,…
