WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION:latest on COVID-19

 

Latest on COVID-19

Vaccines and children Why does WHO recommend at this time (June 2021) that vaccinating children is not a priority? When would their vaccination be prioritized? How is safety of these vaccines ensured? Rehabilitation after COVID-19 Have you or someone you know had severe COVID-19 that required hospital treatment? This guidance provides support for recovery, including nutrition, physical activity, managing stress and more. Multiple languages available.  Watch a short summary video Answering questions about COVID-19 vaccines Are you a healthcare professional? This document helps you to answer your patients’ questions on the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines.  WHO continues to support countries to fight COVID-19 As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, WHO remains active around the world to support vaccination and information campaigns, deliver supplies, protect the vulnerable, maintain essential health services and more. Vaccine Confidence Fund This new Fund provides an opportunity to further explore how social media and online platforms can be leveraged to support confidence in and uptake of COVID-19 and routine vaccinations. You are encouraged to apply to the RFP and share it within your own networks. More Info on WHO’s response to the pandemic Other hot topics World Blood Donor Day 14 June 2021 Safe blood and blood products for transfusion save millions of lives and improve the health and quality of life of many patients every day. The need for blood is universal, but access to blood for all those who need it is not.   Join the campaign on 14 June. Give blood. Find out more