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Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it does cause mental scars. It’s a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity and reach. Millions of women, girls, and adolescents face harassment, stalking, and threats in digital spaces meant for connection. Let’s change that 🔒 Block and report abuse 🗣️ Speak up and support survivors 🫶 Post with empathy and respect Violence has no place: online or offline. Open the door to online safety #EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Days

Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it does cause mental scars. It’s a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity and reach. Millions of women, girls, and adolescents face harassment, stalking, and threats in digital spaces meant for connection. Let’s change that 🔒 Block and report abuse 🗣️ Speak up and support survivors 🫶 Post with empathy and respect Violence has no place: online or offline. Open the door to online safety #EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Days

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Tobacco control is working.🌍 But we're still 50 million users away from our 2025 target. That's 50 million too many lives at risk.💔 Policy works. Let's not stop now. Read the report: #TobaccoExposed #NoTobacco

Tobacco control is working.🌍 But we're still 50 million users away from our 2025 target. That's 50 million too many lives at risk.💔 Policy works. Let's not stop now. Read the report: #TobaccoExposed #NoTobacco

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Almost 60% of tobacco users want to quit. Maybe you're one of them. That’s 750 million people worldwide. With support, you CAN make your wish come true. Quitting tobacco can earn you big wins for your health: ⏱️ In 20 minutes, your heart rate drops 🫁 2–12 weeks, your lung function improves ❤️ In 1 year, heart disease risk is cut in half You can overcome addiction. Help is available, quit today! #TobaccoExposed

Almost 60% of tobacco users want to quit. Maybe you're one of them. That’s 750 million people worldwide. With support, you CAN make your wish come true. Quitting tobacco can earn you big wins for your health: ⏱️ In 20 minutes, your heart rate drops 🫁 2–12 weeks, your lung function improves ❤️ In 1 year, heart disease risk is cut in half You can overcome addiction. Help is available, quit today! #TobaccoExposed

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Solar eclipses can be exciting! But if you aren’t careful, they can harm your eyes, even permanently. Here’s how you can safely watch an eclipse 👇 ✅ Dos - Use solar eclipse glasses or a handheld solar viewer that meets the ISO 12312-2 international safety standards—at all times - Supervise kids closely - Inspect glasses or viewers for damage before use ❌ Don'ts - Using unsafe filters like sunglasses, smartphone cameras, x-rays, etc. - Removing glasses or lens at any time while viewing the eclipse - Viewing the eclipse through unfiltered cameras or telescope even with eclipse glasses Ensure safety first! If you notice any changes in your vision after viewing the eclipse, seek immediate advice from an eye care professional.

Solar eclipses can be exciting! But if you aren’t careful, they can harm your eyes, even permanently. Here’s how you can safely watch an eclipse 👇 ✅ Dos - Use solar eclipse glasses or a handheld solar viewer that meets the ISO 12312-2 international safety standards—at all times - Supervise kids closely - Inspect glasses or viewers for damage before use ❌ Don'ts - Using unsafe filters like sunglasses, smartphone cameras, x-rays, etc. - Removing glasses or lens at any time while viewing the eclipse - Viewing the eclipse through unfiltered cameras or telescope even with eclipse glasses Ensure safety first! If you notice any changes in your vision after viewing the eclipse, seek immediate advice from an eye care professional.

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#DrowningPrevention: Don't drink alcohol around water 🍺 Alcohol clouds our judgement, and ability to stay vigilant. When you're near any water body - a pool, a lake, a river or a beach - stay sober & focused to prevent accidents. Keep yourself & others safe and always stay alert #WorldDrowningPreventionDay

#DrowningPrevention: Don't drink alcohol around water 🍺 Alcohol clouds our judgement, and ability to stay vigilant. When you're near any water body - a pool, a lake, a river or a beach - stay sober & focused to prevent accidents. Keep yourself & others safe and always stay alert #WorldDrowningPreventionDay

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The first phase of the #polio vaccination campaign in central #Gaza has successfully concluded. 🔹 181 429 children under 10 years vaccinated 🔹 148 064 children between 2-10 years received vitamin A supplements 8 health facilities in the area will continue to provide polio vaccines for families who hadn't managed to bring their children so far. The second phase of vaccination campaign kicks off tomorrow in southern Gaza! ❤️💙 Despite the shadows of war and dire conditions, parents, vaccinators, health workers, and health partners came together to ensure we #EndPolio. It's time now for peace.

The first phase of the #polio vaccination campaign in central #Gaza has successfully concluded. 🔹 181 429 children under 10 years vaccinated 🔹 148 064 children between 2-10 years received vitamin A supplements 8 health facilities in the area will continue to provide polio vaccines for families who hadn't managed to bring their children so far. The second phase of vaccination campaign kicks off tomorrow in southern Gaza! ❤️💙 Despite the shadows of war and dire conditions, parents, vaccinators, health workers, and health partners came together to ensure we #EndPolio. It's time now for peace.

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#DrowningPrevention Tip: Watch over children Whether it's a pool, a beach, a pond, or a bathtub, adult supervision is a MUST to keep the little ones safe. Remain vigilant & avoid distractions so that you can respond quickly if a child needs help

#DrowningPrevention Tip: Watch over children Whether it's a pool, a beach, a pond, or a bathtub, adult supervision is a MUST to keep the little ones safe. Remain vigilant & avoid distractions so that you can respond quickly if a child needs help

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It is World #HealthWorker Week! 🧑‍⚕️Doctors 🧑‍⚕️Nurses 🧑‍⚕️Care workers 🧑‍⚕️Technicians 🧑‍⚕️Pharmacists 🧑‍⚕️Midwives & many others are working tirelessly to keep us safe & healthy. We must invest & protect the health workforce to ensure #HealthForAll.

It is World #HealthWorker Week! 🧑‍⚕️Doctors 🧑‍⚕️Nurses 🧑‍⚕️Care workers 🧑‍⚕️Technicians 🧑‍⚕️Pharmacists 🧑‍⚕️Midwives & many others are working tirelessly to keep us safe & healthy. We must invest & protect the health workforce to ensure #HealthForAll.

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🔥 🚒 #ClimateChange makes it more likely for droughts & wildfires to happen. Wildfires contributes to increased air pollution & can cause death & injury from suffocation, burns & smoke inhalation. #ClimateCrisis harms our health 🔗

🔥 🚒 #ClimateChange makes it more likely for droughts & wildfires to happen. Wildfires contributes to increased air pollution & can cause death & injury from suffocation, burns & smoke inhalation. #ClimateCrisis harms our health 🔗

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Behind every healthy community is a health worker. Let's stand by them. #StandWithScience, #TogetherForHealth

Behind every healthy community is a health worker. Let's stand by them. #StandWithScience, #TogetherForHealth

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What the industry is hiding about nicotine pouches: ☠️ Addictive: designed to hook you fast 🧪 Toxic: unregulated levels of nicotine ❤️ Increased risk of cardiovascular disease 🧠 Damages brain development No smoke. No smell. No warning. Around 160 countries have NO specific regulations for nicotine pouches. The industry is exploiting every gap. It's time to expose them. #TobaccoExposed

What the industry is hiding about nicotine pouches: ☠️ Addictive: designed to hook you fast 🧪 Toxic: unregulated levels of nicotine ❤️ Increased risk of cardiovascular disease 🧠 Damages brain development No smoke. No smell. No warning. Around 160 countries have NO specific regulations for nicotine pouches. The industry is exploiting every gap. It's time to expose them. #TobaccoExposed

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Move. Your. Body. It doesn’t matter how you move or how fit you are. When it comes to your health and wellbeing, Every Move Counts. #BeActive!

Move. Your. Body. It doesn’t matter how you move or how fit you are. When it comes to your health and wellbeing, Every Move Counts. #BeActive!

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It’s the International Day to #ENDviolence against Women. No matter what she 👠 wears 🎓 does 🧕🏽 believes 👄 says No matter who she is or where she lives There is #NoExcuse for violence against women and girls

It’s the International Day to #ENDviolence against Women. No matter what she 👠 wears 🎓 does 🧕🏽 believes 👄 says No matter who she is or where she lives There is #NoExcuse for violence against women and girls

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We are calling on all health professionals to join us and unite for climate and health. ☎️ Answer the #ClimateAction call! Add your voice 👉 #COP28 #HealthForAll

We are calling on all health professionals to join us and unite for climate and health. ☎️ Answer the #ClimateAction call! Add your voice 👉 #COP28 #HealthForAll

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Leave the Dark Side and be a Jedi: #CommitToQuit. QUIT, not switch. Because vaping, shisha and heated tobacco products harm your health too. #MayThe4thBeWithYou!

Leave the Dark Side and be a Jedi: #CommitToQuit. QUIT, not switch. Because vaping, shisha and heated tobacco products harm your health too. #MayThe4thBeWithYou!

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It's World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day (COPD) Smoking is the leading cause of #COPD – a disease which kills over 3 million people every year. Quit smoking and breathe freely for a healthy future. ⬇️

It's World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day (COPD) Smoking is the leading cause of #COPD – a disease which kills over 3 million people every year. Quit smoking and breathe freely for a healthy future. ⬇️

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Not all violence leaves a mark. Emotional abuse: humiliation, threats, and control can shatter self-worth and mental health. 👀 Learn the signs 📊 Support better data ❤️‍🩹 Believe survivors 🗣️ Speak up: it is never “just words” There’s no excuse for violence. Let’s end the silence. Open the door to emotional and mental-well-being #EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Days

Not all violence leaves a mark. Emotional abuse: humiliation, threats, and control can shatter self-worth and mental health. 👀 Learn the signs 📊 Support better data ❤️‍🩹 Believe survivors 🗣️ Speak up: it is never “just words” There’s no excuse for violence. Let’s end the silence. Open the door to emotional and mental-well-being #EndViolence #NoExcuse #16Days

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It’s #WorldChildrensDay. Every child deserves a long and healthy life and that includes a right to: 🩺 Health 🍴 Nutritious food to eat 🌳 Safe, clean and secure environments ✏️ Education and early learning 🧸 Protection from harm #HealthForAll

It’s #WorldChildrensDay. Every child deserves a long and healthy life and that includes a right to: 🩺 Health 🍴 Nutritious food to eat 🌳 Safe, clean and secure environments ✏️ Education and early learning 🧸 Protection from harm #HealthForAll

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It's #WorldNoTobaccoDay 🚭 Nearly 90% of daily smokers first tried tobacco before they were 18. Every time nicotine feels like it's calming you down, it's actually tightening its grip. Tobacco companies design their products to get young people stuck in a cycle of manipulation and addiction. It’s time to expose their web of lies. Manipulation stops here. Quitting is possible. Start now! 🔗 #TobaccoExposed

It's #WorldNoTobaccoDay 🚭 Nearly 90% of daily smokers first tried tobacco before they were 18. Every time nicotine feels like it's calming you down, it's actually tightening its grip. Tobacco companies design their products to get young people stuck in a cycle of manipulation and addiction. It’s time to expose their web of lies. Manipulation stops here. Quitting is possible. Start now! 🔗 #TobaccoExposed

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Smoking increases the risk of type 2 #diabetes by 30-40%. 🚭 Quit now and save yourself from future pain. ✅

Smoking increases the risk of type 2 #diabetes by 30-40%. 🚭 Quit now and save yourself from future pain. ✅

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