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There is increasing evidence that people living with noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension and diabetes are more likely to suffer severe cases of COVID-19. To stay safe:
✔️ Secure 1 month+ supply of medication
✔️ Keep taking your medication
✔️ Keep 1 metre distance from others
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Dr Jean-Marie Dangou is the Coordinator of the noncommunicable diseases programme at the WHO Regional Office for Africa. He shares his advice on the risks of COVID-19 for people with chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, and how they can protect themselves from the virus. #COVID19…
Dr Landry Kabego, Technical Officer at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares his advice on whether and how children should wear masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19, at what age, and in which circumstances. #COVID19 #Africa #children
Thanks to a strong healthcare system, political commitment and good communication, Mauritius currently has no local cases of COVID-19. But the government remains vigilant. #health #africa #covid
What is WHO doing for COVID-19
Helping countries to prepare and respond
Providing accurate information
Ensuring vital supplies reach frontline health workers
Training and mobilizing health workers
The search for a vaccine
What should be done to prevent other people in the house from becoming sick if a person with COVID-19 is being cared for at home? There are a number of precautions that can prevent the spread of COVID-19 to other people in the house: If someone in your family is sick with COVID-19, it is important…
As cases of Covid-19 rise across the African continent, putting pressure on healthcare systems, home-based care can be a solution for some patients, to ease pressure on hospitals and help to break transmission chains. #Africa #health #Covid
With support from WHO, Ghanaian authorities have made a plan to make sure the rest of the health system is protected and functioning during the pandemic, meaning people can continue to access vital services and feel confident attending hospitals and clinics. #COVID19 #Ghana #Health
The first case of COVID-19 in Africa was confirmed in Egypt on February 14, 2020. Here's a look at 8 ways WHO and partners are supporting Africa's COVID-19 response. #COVID19 #Africa #Health
Dr Mary Stephen, Technical Officer at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, shares her advice for individuals who wish to travel during the COVID-19 pandemic and what WHO recommends to African governments to ensure the safety of travelling.
#COVID19 #Africa #Travel
WHO and the Ugandan Health Ministry are training 1180 healthcare workers in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) across 54 districts. The trained healthcare workers then mentor each other with the goal of reaching every healthcare worker, even in the remotest parts of Uganda. #COVID19 #Uganda #…