World Health Day 2022
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Our planet, our health
WHO estimates that more than 13 million deaths around the world each year are due to avoidable environmental causes. This includes the climate crisis, which is also a health crisis. On World Health Day 2022, WHO will focus global attention on urgent actions needed to keep humans and the planet healthy.
More on World Health Day 2022
Billions of people still breathe unhealthy air: new WHO data
A record number of over 6000 cities in 117 countries are now monitoring air quality, but the people living in them are still breathing unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide.
How much do you know about the climate crisis? Take a quiz!
Take action against the climate crisis and create a healthier tomorrow. The first step of action is knowing where the issues lie and what can be done. Test your knowledge and take action!
WHO and Viber launch a new sticker pack on health and environment
While taking care of yourself and those around you, don’t forget to take care of our planet too. Download the new WHO’s Health for Life sticker pack today.
Actions you can take to protect our planet and our health
Here is a list of recommended actions for governments, mayors, corporations, health facilities, workers and individuals to protect our planet and our health.
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Suspension of supply of COVID-19 vaccine (COVAXIN®)
WHO confirmed the suspension of supply of Covaxin (Bharat Biotech) through UN procurement agencies and recommended that countries using the vaccine take action as appropriate.
Donate for health response in Ukraine
WHO is working night and day to help with the escalating humanitarian health crisis, but more funding is needed for WHO to provide critical medical supplies and expertise to help people with lifesaving healthcare. You can help!