🐶🐦🦟 Did you know? Most infectious diseases that affect people actually start in animals. 🌍 Around *6 in 10 known infectious diseases* in humans come from animals, and *nearly 3 in 4 new and emerging diseases*, including Ebola, avian influenza and mpox, originate in wildlife or domestic animals. 💚 That’s why experts use a *One Health* approach, recognizing that the health of *people, animals and our environment are deeply connected*. Here are a few simple ways you can help protect yourself and your community: 🐾 Wash your hands after handling animals. 🍗 Cook meat, eggs and seafood thoroughly. 💧 Drink safe water and practice good food hygiene. 💉 Keep your pets vaccinated and healthy. 🦟 Protect yourself from mosquito and tick bites. 🌎✨ Preventing future outbreaks starts long before people get sick. By protecting animals, food systems and the environment, we also help protect our own health. Together, one healthy planet means healthier people. Find out more ➡️ https://www.paho.org/en/news/6-7-2026-joint-declaration-reinforces-commitment-one-health-approach-americas

🧪🩺 A major breakthrough in the fight against Ebola is happening right now. 🌍 For the first time, people affected by the current Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are being enrolled in a new international clinical trial testing potential life-saving treatments. Since the outbreak began: ⚠️ More than 1,400 people have been diagnosed. ❤️ Nearly 210 people have recovered. 🕊️ Nearly 440 people have died. Unlike some other types of Ebola, there are currently no approved treatments for Bundibugyo virus disease. 💙 The new PARTNERS trial will evaluate promising antiviral medicines while ensuring every patient receives the best supportive care, including fluids, oxygen, pain relief and close medical monitoring. *Why does this matter?* 🔍 Research during an outbreak helps scientists find answers when they are needed most, not years later. Every participant brings us one step closer to safer, more effective treatments that could save lives now and in future outbreaks. 🔬 Science today. Hope for tomorrow. Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news/item/02-07-2026-patient-enrolment-begins-in-a-scientific-trial-to-identify-the-first-effective-treatments-for-bundibugyo-virus-disease

📱👧 The digital world is shaping our children’s health every single day. 💙 Technology can help children learn, create, connect and access health information. But how digital platforms are designed also matters. Research links excessive digital exposure, especially among vulnerable young people, with increased risks of: 😟 Anxiety and depression 😴 Poor sleep 📉 Less physical activity 🤝 Fewer real-life social connections 🚨 Children may also be exposed to harmful content, misinformation, online exploitation and marketing of unhealthy products. What can families do ? ✅ Create screen-free moments, especially during meals and before bedtime. ✅ Encourage outdoor play, hobbies and time with family and friends. ✅ Talk openly about what children see and do online. ✅ Use age-appropriate safety and privacy settings. ✅ Remember: quality of screen time matters just as much as quantity. ❤️ The goal isn’t to eliminate technology—it’s to help children enjoy its benefits while growing up healthy, safe and connected both online and offline. Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news-room/commentaries/detail/the-digital-choices-shaping-our-children-s-health

🌡️ Heat can be dangerous, but a few simple steps can protect you and your loved ones. 🥵 When temperatures rise, your body has to work harder to stay cool. Too much heat can lead to heat exhaustion or even life-threatening heatstroke, especially for older adults, young children, pregnant women and people with heart, lung or kidney conditions. *Beat the heat with these simple tips:* ✅ Drink water regularly (don’t wait until you’re thirsty!) 🧢 Wear light, loose-fitting clothes and a hat. 🌳 Stay in the shade or indoors during the hottest hours of the day. 🚿 Cool down with a cool shower or a damp towel. 🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains during the day and opening windows at night. 👶 Never leave children or pets in parked cars – not even for a minute! ❤️ Check on older relatives, neighbours and anyone living alone. ⚠️ Feeling dizzy, confused, nauseous or extremely hot? These could be signs of heat illness. Move to a cool place, drink water and seek medical help if symptoms are severe. 💙 Stay cool, stay hydrated and look out for one another! Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/initiatives/initiative-against-extreme-heat-and-health-risks-in-workplaces-and-major-events/tips-for-keeping-cool

⚡💡 Electricity isn’t just about turning on a light. It can save lives, improve health and create opportunities. 🌍 Today, 655 million people around the world still live without electricity, while 2 billion people cook with wood, charcoal or kerosene, filling their homes with harmful smoke. 🏠 Household air pollution from these fuels is linked to around 3 million deaths every year. 🌱 Renewable energy now provides *more than 30% of the world’s electricity*, and solutions like off-grid solar and mini-grids are bringing clean, affordable power to more communities. *What can you do?* ✅ Save energy where possible. ✅ Choose energy-efficient appliances and LED bulbs. ✅ Support clean cooking and renewable energy initiatives in your community. ✅ Spread awareness that access to clean, reliable energy is about more than convenience. It’s essential for better health, cleaner air and a brighter future for everyone. ⚡ Clean energy powers healthier lives. Find out more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news/item/24-06-2026-655-million-people-still-living-without-electricity-underscore-urgent-need-to-deliver-on-universal-energy-access-target

🚨🇨🇩Riposte Ebola en Ituri : l’#INSP renforce la première ligne de défense sanitaire à #Bunia. Dans le cadre de la réponse à la 17ᵉ épidémie de #Ebola, l’#INSP, à travers le #COUSP et le SGI-MVE, a clôturé à Bunia une formation stratégique de 129 prestataires de santé issus de 22 structures sanitaires des Zones de Santé de Bunia et Rwampara. Avec l’appui d’International Medical Corps, les participants ont renforcé leurs compétences en prévention et contrôle des infections, surveillance épidémiologique, prise en charge des cas, laboratoire et communication des risques. Cette initiative contribue à améliorer la détection précoce, la réponse rapide et la protection des communautés affectées en Ituri. #StopEbolaRDC #SantéPublique #INSP #RiposteEbola #Ituri

🦠 Ebola: Early care saves lives 👩🏽‍⚕️ As the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩 responds to an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, WHO has released its *first-ever guidelines covering all Ebola and Marburg viruses* to help health workers provide the best possible care. ⚠️ Ebola is a serious disease, but there is hope. Early supportive care, such as treating dehydration, managing symptoms and providing close medical monitoring, can significantly improve survival. Did you know? 🩺 There have been 72 Ebola and Marburg outbreaks in Africa since 1967. 💧 Early treatment with fluids and supportive care can make a life-saving difference. 🤝 People who recover also need follow-up care to support their long-term health. *How can you help?* ✅ Follow advice from health authorities ✅ Seek care early if symptoms appear ✅ Share facts, not rumours ✅ Support affected communities with compassion 🌍 Science, solidarity and early action save lives. Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news/item/17-06-2026-who-issues-comprehensive-guidelines-on-filovirus-disease--including-ebola-and-marburg-disease

🌍🦟 One World Against Dengue 😮 Did you know that more than half of the world’s population is now at risk of dengue? Dengue is one of the fastest-growing infectious diseases globally, with an estimated 390 million infections every year. 💪 The good news? Dengue is preventable. ✅ Empty and clean containers that collect water ✅ Cover water storage tanks and buckets ✅ Dispose of waste properly ✅ Protect yourself from mosquito bites 🏡 Small actions at home can make a big difference for your family and community. 🌱✈️🏙️ Climate change, urbanisation, and global travel are helping dengue spread to new places, making prevention everyone’s responsibility. This World Dengue Day (15 June), let’s work together to protect our communities and raise awareness about dengue prevention. 🤝 Every action counts. 🌍 Every outbreak prevented is a community protected. Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2026/06/15/default-calendar/world-dengue-day-2026

🌍🦟 One World Against Dengue 😮 Did you know that more than half of the world’s population is now at risk of dengue? Dengue is one of the fastest-growing infectious diseases globally, with an estimated 390 million infections every year. 💪 The good news? Dengue is preventable. ✅ Empty and clean containers that collect water ✅ Cover water storage tanks and buckets ✅ Dispose of waste properly ✅ Protect yourself from mosquito bites 🏡 Small actions at home can make a big difference for your family and community. 🌱✈️🏙️ Climate change, urbanisation, and global travel are helping dengue spread to new places, making prevention everyone’s responsibility. This *World Dengue Day (15 June)*, let’s work together to protect our communities and raise awareness about dengue prevention. 🤝 Every action counts. 🌍 Every outbreak prevented is a community protected. Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2026/06/15/default-calendar/world-dengue-day-2026

WHO’s top news roundup 🚨 Health recommendations for travelers and attendees of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, read more ➡️ https://www.paho.org/en/news/8-6-2026-paho-issues-health-recommendations-travelers-and-attendees-2026-fifa-world-cup Heat Action Day: New WHO guidance helps authorities better protect people from the effects of heat, read more ➡️ https://www.who.int/europe/news/item/11-06-2026-heat-action-day--new-who-guidance-helps-authorities-better-protect-people-from-the-effects-of-heat WHO urges targeted action to strengthen emergency workforce capacities for shared health risks across the Asia-Pacific region, read more ➡️ https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news/item/11-06-2026-who-urges-targeted-action-to-strengthen-emergency-workforce-capacities-for-shared-health-risks-across-the-asia-pacific-region Vaccination: A thread of protection across generations, read more ➡️ https://www.afro.who.int/countries/congo/news/vaccination-thread-protection-across-generations

❤️ 14 June is World Blood Donor Day 2026 🩸 One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives. 🙏🏼 Every day, blood donations help save lives during emergencies, childbirth, surgeries, cancer treatment and many other medical conditions. Yet blood cannot be manufactured. It can only come from generous donors. Did you know? 🩸 A single blood donation can help more than one patient. 🏥 Hospitals rely on a steady supply of safe blood every day. ❤️ Donating blood is one of the simplest ways to make a life-saving difference. Thinking about becoming a donor? ✅ Stay hydrated before donating ✅ Eat a healthy meal beforehand ✅ Bring identification if required ✅ Follow advice from your local blood service 🌍🤝 This World Blood Donor Day, let's celebrate the millions of voluntary donors whose kindness keeps health systems running and gives hope to patients and families around the world. Every donation matters. Every donor matters. Every drop counts. Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-blood-donor-day/2026