WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION update

Latest on COVID-19 Updated guidance on the use of masks

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WHO has published updated guidance on the use of masks for control of COVID-19. Our new guidance is based on evolving evidence and provides updates on who should wear a mask, when it should be worn and what it should be made of. It remains critical that people who use masks continue to take a comprehensive approach to protecting their health, including physical distancing and hand hygiene. Find out more Download information materials Basic psychosocial skills for COVID-19 responders This guide is to enable workers supporting the COVID-19 response to provide psychosocial support to people affected by the pandemic. "It didn't kill me, but I came out stronger" A nurse contracted COVID-19 from one of his patients, recovered, and returned to work with much more resolve and compassion.  COVID-19 impacts on health services for NCDs Prevention and treatment services for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), like cancer and diabetes, have been disrupted since the COVID-19 pandemic began, according to a WHO survey completed by 155 countries during a 3-week period in May. The impact is global, but low-income countries are most affected. Other hot topics World Food Safety Day 2020 Food safety, everyone's business World Food Safety Day is celebrated on 7 June 2020 to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks. Food safety is a shared responsibility between governments, producers and consumers. Everybody has a role to play from farm to table to ensure the food we consume is safe and will not damage our health. WHO welcomes crucial new funding for vaccines WHO welcomes funding commitments made at Global Vaccine Summit, hosted virtually by the UK government. The Summit is Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance’s third pledging conference. The new pledges will enable Gavi to protect the next generation and reach an additional 300 million children with lifesaving vaccines by 2025.