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Gerardo Garcia

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Gerardo Garcia | Health & Wellness Consultant Helping people achieve better health with science backed strategies. Focused on prevention, lifestyle, and sustainable habits.

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Gerardo Garcia @alisoudream.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
Pride is strength, but ignoring silent STDs isn’t courage it’s risk. I’ve seen too many patients wait too long. That’s why I recommend testyourself.now leave your number, get a discreet call, no judgment. Early testing saves lives. #QueerVoicesMatter #SafeSexFirst #LGBTLoveWins
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Gerardo Garcia @alisoudream.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Just a chill day at work stay safe and stay healthy. 💉♥️
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WHO @who.int · 24/06/2025
Tobacco kills, but countries are fighting back! Over 6.1 billion people are now protected by at least one WHO MPOWER measure to reduce tobacco use. From graphic health warnings and quit services to higher tobacco taxes and anti-smoking campaigns, that’s real progress. 👉 bit.ly/46eWPgu #NoTobacco
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WHO @who.int · 03/06/2025
Assoc. Prof. Dr Murallitharan Munisamy explains how #Malaysia’s Tobacco Control Act helps curb rising tobacco use by closing regulatory gaps & strengthening protections against harmful tobacco & nicotine products. #TobaccoExposed
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WHO @who.int · 09/06/2025
A recent WHO study found that every 2% increase in energy intake from #TransFats significantly raises the risk of: 💔 heart disease by 25% 😐 death from any cause by 14% Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/42oIBG3
The main headline reads: “Trans fats can kill.” Below, it states: “Trans fats can be found in many margarines, vegetable shortenings, fried & baked foods.” The image includes drawings of a red carton of French fries and a tub of margarine with a knife. At the bottom, the graphic notes: “Every 2% increase in energy intake from trans fats increases risk of dying by 14% and heart disease by 25%.”
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WHO @who.int · 17/06/2025
Every year, more than 300 000 women die from #CervicalCancer. 90% of cervical #cancer cases and deaths occur in low and middle-income countries. We can end this with better access to vaccination, screening and treatment. bit.ly/41MNKY7
Illustration of three women walking together, each in a different coloured dress. Text reads: “Every year, more than 300,000 women die from cervical cancer. 90% of cervical cancer cases and deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries.” Below, a call to action says: “Get informed. Get screened. Get vaccinated.”
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WHO @who.int · 19/06/2025
To tackle the rise in #cholera cases & deaths in #DRCongo, WHO is mobilizing resources for the hardest-hit areas: - Emergency & cholera treatment supplies - Emergency beds - Free medical care - Deployment of 7000+ community health workers and more 👉 bit.ly/4eaezLZ
A mother tends to her child receiving care for cholera at the Mugunga Cholera Treatment Unit in Karisimbi Health Zone. WHO extends its gratitude to UNCERF for the vital support in the fight against cholera in North Kivu.A young girl prepares to collect water from Lake Kivu – an essential daily task that carries hidden danger. In North Kivu, where conflict continues to displace communities, unsafe water sources like this remain a major driver of cholera transmission. WHO warns that without access to clean water, the most vulnerable continue to face life-threatening risks.Ms Joyce Kabugho, manager of the Buhimba Cholera Treatment Unit, joins the WHO team during a visit to the CTU in Goma Health Zone to assess ongoing response efforts.  Goma, Democratic Republic of the CongoA team of WHO experts visits the Cholera Treatment Unit in Buhimba, located in the Goma Health Zone. The visit reflects WHO’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the cholera response in conflict-affected regions of North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo Credit
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @drtedros.who.int · 19/06/2025
The escalation of hostilities between #Israel and #Iran is putting health facilities and access to health care at risk. The reports on the attacks on health so far are appalling.
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WHO @who.int · 20/06/2025
On #WorldRefugeeDay, we stand in solidarity with all refugees & reaffirm that … ‘HEALTH IS A HUMAN RIGHT’, not a privilege. Everyone deserves access to safe, dignified, culturally sensitive & affordable care. #HealthForAll 👉 bit.ly/4kQoVDu
"Health is a human right" message by WHO on a yellow background, with a photo of refugees standing outside tents. Text reads: Health is a human right and is essential to dignity, safety, and recovery. Ensuring refugees have access to health care not only saves lives but also strengthens communities.
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WHO @who.int · 22/06/2025
A little praise goes a long way✨ A few steps can go a long way in supporting your child in their formative years! They count on you for their well-being and future. More parenting tips 👇 t.co/I9w4ihCUcj
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WHO @who.int · 24/06/2025
Graphic health warnings, meeting the highest international standards, now cover 110 countries, protecting 62% of the global population. Saving lives without uttering a word. Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/46eWPgu #TobaccoExposed #NoTobacco
The image shows an open cigarette pack with a disturbing photo of a diseased tongue on the front, representing the health risks of smoking. The background is orange with warning symbols featuring lungs. Bold text reads: "This warning is hard to look at." Below, in red italics: "But it’s saving lives."
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WHO @who.int · 24/06/2025
Graphic health warnings, meeting the highest international standards, now cover 110 countries, protecting 62% of the global population. But that’s not enough! We're calling for strong, clear graphic health warnings on all tobacco products to protect your future & save millions of lives.
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @drtedros.who.int · 24/06/2025
The partnership between Rotary and @who.int goes back since 1988. In fact, Rotary were the pathfinders in first proposing the #EndPolio idea – inspired by the historic eradication of smallpox. And today, we are on the cusp of history, despite the setbacks.
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WHO @who.int · 25/06/2025
#Measles can lead to severe, long-term complications and can even cause your immune system to forget how to resist infections. 🔸Brain damage 🔸Severe diarrhoea and dehydration 🔸Deafness 🔸Blindness 🔸Pneumonia
Measles can cause long term severe complications.
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