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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The world is becoming a better place – for mosquitoes. 🦟🦟. Rapid urbanization, mobile populations, environmental and climate change – all have increased the risk of dengue, chikungunya, zika and other arboviruses. Join the #RC77 virtual side event! Register via QR or comments: bit.ly/4dsFL9K

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

A dog bite could have ended in tragedy, but quick action made all the difference. When university student Hung was bitten by a dog, he immediately washed the wound and sought rabies treatment.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“People living with noncommunicable diseases face unique risks because they interact frequently with health services over many years,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. #WorldPatientSafetyDay #SafeCareForLife

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

1 in 4 suicides globally happen in the Western Pacific Region. Many of those who die by #suicide are young people. How can you make a difference? If you are struggling, reach out. If someone you know is struggling, reach out. #OneConversation can save a life. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What if more of the health services children need could reach them at school? In #Vanuatu, communities brought health and education together through School Health Week – using existing strengths to bring services closer to students. Watch the video and see School Health Week in action!

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

What you can’t see can still harm your health. As wildfires grow more intense and widespread, the air pollution they cause is putting millions at risk; especially children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with preexisting health conditions.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

What can countries do to #PreventSuicide? Join our webinar on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay and learn from country experiences on how LIVE LIFE is helping save lives. Save the date! 📅Thursday, 10 September ⌚ 2:00 PM Manila time (GMT+8) ✍️ Register via the QR code or the link in the thread.

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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @drtedros.who.int · 01/09/2026

Sad days for the @who.int family, with the sudden passing of Dr Vasee Moorthy. Vasee joined WHO in 2009 and made a major contribution to advancing the Organization’s work on clinical trials, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Stronger Pacific health systems are built together. At the 17th Pacific Heads of Health Meeting in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, health leaders & partners came together to share experiences and strengthen collective action for better health across the Pacific. Hear from some of the voices at #PHOH2026.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

WHO has released US$150 000 from the South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund (#SEARHEF) to support urgent health and other needs of the communities impacted by the devastating flash floods in Nepal, one of the worst tragedies in the country in recent times. www.who.int/southeastasi...

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WHO releases US$150 000 emergency funds to support Nepal’s flood response

The World Health Organization has released US$150 000 from the South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund (SEARHEF) to support urgent health and other needs of the communities impacted by the deva...

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Self-care is also about increasing access to essential health services. When it comes to your sexual and reproductive health, it could mean access to: - HIV self-testing, - Self-testing for pregnancy - and more.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Cancer risks are rising and the #cancer care gap is growing. But solutions exist.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Attacks on health care can disrupt entire health systems. And the impact goes far beyond a single facility or incident. Stop attacks on health care. Protect health care. Ensure accountability for violations. #WorldHumanitarianDay #ActForHumanity

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Today is World Humanitarian Day. Often health workers put their duty of care above their own safety. Their loss leaves behind a grieving family, community, and a fragile health system. We repeat. HEALTH IS NEVER A TARGET. Stop attacks on health care!

Infographic from the World Health Organization for World Humanitarian Day showing the impact of attacks on health care in 2026. The graphic states that 914 attacks on health care were reported across 19 countries and territories, resulting in 911 deaths and 1,486 injuries among health workers and patients as of August 10, 2026. The background shows a grayscale image of a damaged building, with key statistics highlighted in red and black text. WHO and World Humanitarian Day logos appear at the bottom.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

🌧️ Rainy days increase the risk of diseases such as #dengue and malaria. Keep your family safe!

WHO South-East Asia Region public health poster about mosquito-borne disease prevention during the rainy season. The poster features a blurred background of rainwater and flooding, with large yellow text stating that rains increase the risk of mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria. Three illustrated prevention tips are shown: eliminate stagnant water where mosquitoes breed, apply or use mosquito repellents, and use bed nets while wearing full-sleeved and full-length clothing. A mosquito warning symbol, repellent products, and a person sleeping under a bed net accompany the tips. The poster ends with the message: “Rainy Days? Stay Vigilant, Stay Safe.”

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

The 9th Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health concluded in Cambodia. Parliamentarians from 16 countries adopted the Phnom Penh Communiqué, urging bolder action on universal health coverage, climate resilience and responsible AI in health. 📷National Assembly of Cambodia

WHO Regional Director Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala and parliamentarians from 16 countries at the Ninth Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Together with high-level officials from the National Assembly, the Senate, and the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Cambodia, WHO Regional Director Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala today opened the Ninth Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health in Phnom Penh. #HealthForAll

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Are you passionate about digital communications, multimedia storytelling, content creation, and using communication to improve public health outcomes, this opportunity is for you! WHO in the Western Pacific is recruiting a National Digital Communications Associate: bit.ly/4fLPuJY

A young Southeast man smiles at the audience while he sits at his workstation.

The text reads: We are looking for a National Digital Communications Associate for WHO in the Philippines. Apply until 12 August 2026.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Breast milk is tailored for your baby and changes throughout the day, with the seasons, as they grow, and to help them fight off illnesses. The first superfood! #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

In Malekula, #Vanuatu, pregnant mothers sometimes have to cross a river to reach a health facility. A member of the Vanuatu parliament, Honorable Paul Paolo, represents the Malekula constituency, where he has seen firsthand how the climate crisis is making these journeys even harder.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

"Do everything you can to have your children protected. They deserve it." In the latest #1MinuteForImmunization, Dr Howard Sobel, WHO Representative in Solomon Islands, shares the message he wants every community to hear about vaccines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Many women do not breastfeed as long as they would like. 🤱 This is how to support breastfeeding mothers anytime, everywhere ⬇️ #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

#Breastfeeding is one of the most cost-effective investments a country can make in its people. Not breastfeeding according to recommendations is estimated to cost the global economy US$339B/year. Join the launch of an updated global investment case for breastfeeding on 4 Aug at 8:00 CEST. Details ⬇️

Promotional webinar poster in purple and orange tones titled “Why does breastfeeding matter to the economy?” The poster states that new evidence shows breastfeeding is one of the most cost-effective investments a country can make. An illustration shows a caregiver holding an infant. The event is hosted by the Global Breastfeeding Collective, UNICEF, and WHO. Registration is required. Dates shown are August 4 and August 5, 2026.

Webinar information poster explaining the event agenda. Text highlights an updated investment case for breastfeeding, new evidence on effective breastfeeding support interventions, and country-level perspectives on how evidence can influence policy and funding. The poster includes registration information for two sessions in August 2026 and displays Global Breastfeeding Collective, UNICEF, and WHO branding.

Webinar poster titled “Hear the evidence firsthand.” The poster describes presentations from Nutrition International on breastfeeding investment evidence and methodology, followed by perspectives from speakers representing multiple regions. Two icons illustrate groups of people and dialogue. Event registration details and Global Breastfeeding Collective, UNICEF, and WHO logos appear at the bottom.

Event schedule poster titled “Strengthening what works: Two sessions, one global conversation.” The poster lists session times for August 4, 2026 and August 5, 2026 across multiple cities worldwide, including London, Nairobi, Bangkok, Manila, Vancouver, Mexico City, New York, and Rio de Janeiro. It notes that interpretation will be available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, and Russian. Registration information and Global Breastfeeding Collective, UNICEF, and WHO branding are included.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Investing in #breastfeeding means investing in the future. Breastfeeding provides the perfect nutrition for babies and a healthy beginning - with benefits that last for life. Let’s strengthen the "Warm Chain of Support" for breastfeeding mums everywhere!

Illustration of a mother breastfeeding her newborn. The text reads: breastfeeding contributes to improved survival, protection from infectious diseases, reduced lifetime risk of obesity, asthma and heart disease, optimal nutrition, lower rates of breast and ovarian cancers, diabetes and heart disease for mum, healthy brain development and strong microbiomes. Investing in breastfeeding means investing in the future. It supports healthier populations, reduced health care costs and stronger economies.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

One Health recognizes that the health of people, animals & the environment are deeply connected. In New Caledonia, this approach is helping build healthier and more resilient communities. Hear from Claude Gambey, New Caledonia Minister for Health and Social Protection, on One Health in action. 🎥👇

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

When emergencies strike, timely access to medicines & supplies can save lives. WHO shipped more than 2,500 kg of emergency health supplies & diarrhoeal disease kits to the Federated States of Micronesia following Typhoon Sinlaku. Watch the behind-the-scenes video of this latest shipment. 👇🎥

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

>100M people in the Western Pacific live w/ #hepatitis B or C – that's more than 1/3 of the 🌏 burden. Many don't know their status. Many who are diagnosed don't receive the care they need. Hepatitis B & C can lead to liver cirrhosis & liver cancer – but they can be prevented, tested & treated.

Graphic titled hepatitis: Let’s break it down. Over 100 million people in the Western Pacific live with Hepatitis B or C. Hepatitis B and C can be prevented, tested and treated. Get tested. Get treated. Get protected.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

#VietNam is turning the tide on child drowning! Heroes like Mai Van Chuyen in Dak Lak province are offering free swimming lessons and water safety skills to children in rural communities. #WorldDrowningPreventionDay

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

300,000 lives – most of them children 💔 That’s the annual toll of drowning worldwide. A preventable tragedy happens every day. Progress shows that change is possible. Now is the time to unite to turn the tide and save more lives from #drowning.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

What does a giant mosquito have to do with saving lives? 🤔🦟 When dengue cases surged in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, the Ministry of Health and WHO tried something different: a creative awareness campaign designed to grab attention and encourage action. 📷 WHO

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

☀️ Extreme heat is one of the deadliest climate-related hazards globally. Indonesia has launched the KATALIS-HEAT project to strengthen national evidence on the health impacts of extreme heat and support evidence-informed policy and heat-health action. 📷 Syauqi Muhamad Hamzah

Group photo in front of a blue stage backdrop with words that read KATALIS-HEAT Indonesia, national inception meeting.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Indonesia is reaching more children with life-saving vaccines. The latest #immunization data by @WHO and @UNICEF show that more children are protected with complete basic vaccinations on schedule, demonstrating continued progress in protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases.

Healthcare worker wearing gloves administers oral vaccine drops to a young child while caregivers look on in the background. WHO Western Pacific Region press release graphic with the headline: “More children receive lifesaving vaccines as Indonesia advances immunization coverage and works to close remaining gaps.”

A health worker carrying a vaccine carrier box walks along a shoreline beside a boat, illustrating vaccine delivery to remote communities in Indonesia. The graphic includes a quote from WHO Representative to Indonesia Dr N. Paranietharan: “Indonesia’s progress shows what is possible when we work together to reach children with lifesaving vaccines.”

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

📢 Join the WHO #HealthyCities Recognition Awards! 📢 👉 Submission deadline has been extended to 27 July, 12:00 PM Manila time (GMT+8). Is your city creating healthier, safer and more resilient places for people to live and thrive? Nominate your city 👉 bit.ly/4wxYBU8

Text that reads WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards 2026. Nominate your city. We invite cities from the Western Paciﬁc to submit nominations. Deadline extended to 27 July, 12:00 PM Manila time (GMT+8). Winners will be announced during the 11th Global Conference of the Alliance for Healthy Cities, 1-3 September 2026. The background includes line illustrations of buildings, trees and wind turbines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Share your climate action for health. 📢 If you're delivering measurable health co-benefits through cross-sector climate action, we'd love to hear from you.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

In the latest episode of #1MinuteFor1mmunization, Dr Hannan of Malaysia's Ministry of Health shares how Malaysia is strengthening routine immunization, closing immunity gaps through nationwide campaigns, and maintaining strong surveillance to achieve measles and rubella elimination by 2030.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Is your city: ☑ engaging communities in planning and decision-making ☑ building trust through two-way communication ☑ meeting the needs of marginalized populations?

Text says is your city reaching those most often left behind? A photo shows two children wearing backpacks walking along a narrow community pathway. Text at the bottom reads apply for the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards. Theme: communities living in vulnerable situations: advancing health equity through community engagement. Deadline of submissions: 22 July 2026. The background includes line illustrations of buildings, trees and wind turbines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Is your city ready for an ageing population? Are you: ☑ Integrating age-friendly approaches across governance systems ☑ Designing inclusive spaces for all generations ☑ Strengthening care and connection in your city

Text reads do you live in an age-friendly city? A photo shows a person holding a camera on a city rooftop with buildings in the background. Text at the bottom reads apply for the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards. Theme: age-friendly cities: transforming systems to bridge generations for a healthier tomorrow. Deadline of submissions: 22 July 2026. The background includes line illustrations of buildings, trees and wind turbines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Is healthy food the easy choice in your city? Are you: ☑ Improving access to safe and nutritious food ☑ Strengthening policies for healthier food environments ☑ Supporting healthier choices through urban design

Text says is healthy food the easy choice in your city? A photo shows two children holding slices of fruit outdoors. Text at the bottom reads apply for the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards. Theme: transforming food environments: addressing policy, market and urban design drivers of health and nutrition. Deadline of submissions: 22 July 2026. The background includes line illustrations of buildings, trees and wind turbines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

#DYK although women make up nearly 70% of the global health workforce, they hold only 25% of health leadership positions worldwide? Read that again. In essence, our research shows that even though women effectively run health systems – they are seldom formally in charge.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

👉 Is your city making transport safer and healthier? Do you: ✅ Prioritize safe transportation ✅ Support walking and cycling ✅ Make public transport more affordable

Text reads is your city making transport safer and healthier? A photo shows a person waiting on a train platform beside a public transit train. Text at the bottom reads apply for the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards. Theme: safe, active and health-enabling transport: reducing inequities in urban mobility. Deadline of submissions: 22 July 2026. The background includes line illustrations of buildings, trees and wind turbines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Is your city ready for extreme heat & flooding? Are you... ✅ using data and early warning systems to plan ahead for climate-related events ✅ protecting communities from climate-related health risks ✅ building climate resilience across your city?

Text that reads is your city ready for extreme heat and flooding? A photo shows weather-monitoring screens displaying maps and forecasts. Text at the bottom reads apply for the WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards. Theme: adapting and mitigating climate-related crises: building heat resilience and preventing flood-related health risk. Deadline of submissions: 22 July 2026. The background includes line illustrations of buildings, trees and wind turbines.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Is your city taking meaningful action to improve the lives of its population? Nominate your city to the @who.int #HealthyCities Recognition Awards 2026! 👉 Deadline for submissions: 22 July 👉 See details: bit.ly/4wxYBU8

Text that says WHO Healthy Cities Recognition Awards 2026. Nominate your city! We invite cities from the Western Pacific to submit nominations. Submit your entry by 22 July 2026. Awards ceremonies will take place on 1-3 September 2026 in Sydney, Australia.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

How can environmentally friendly and minimally invasive oral health care help reduce oral diseases and combat antimicrobial resistance? Join our webinar on 22 July to explore WHO's latest guidelines on oral health care and appropriate antibiotic use: bit.ly/4vPZI1u

Flyer on the WHO webinar on oral health and antimicrobial resistance: new guidelines on minimally invasive care and appropriate antibiotic use for oral health

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

#1MinuteFor1mmunization "We have the capacity." That's the message Martha Pogo wants communities to hear. As Acting Expanded Programme on Immunization Manager in Papua New Guinea, she has seen what is possible when health workers, communities, leaders & partners come together around a shared goal.

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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @drtedros.who.int · 02/07/2026

Today, the final contact of a person exposed to #hantavirus on the cruise ship MV Hondius completed their quarantine period, tested negative and returned home. No further cases have been reported since the 25th of May. Therefore, @who.int considers the hantavirus outbreak over.

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Together for health and pride! 🏳️‍🌈 @who.int in the Western Pacific stands in solidarity with #LGBTIQ+ communities worldwide. Catch some highlights from our yearly #PrideMonth Run/Walk at the regional office! 👇🎥

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World Health Organization Western Pacific Region @whowpro.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

No one should be denied health care because of who they are or who they love. #HealthForAll #PrideMonth

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