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WHO and UNHCR collaborate to Strengthen Health Services for Refugees in Lunda Norte

In a joint mission with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the World Health Organization (WHO) conducted an important assessment of health services in refugee settlement in Lunda Norte province, Angola, from 30 September to 2 October. This mission aimed to evaluate the quality and collaboration of health services provided at the Lôvua Refugee Settlement, a home to thousands of refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since 2017. 

Through the storm: Dr. Addisalem's story

In Bahirdar, a town on the edge of the stunning Lake Tana, Dr Addisalem Yilma Tefera stands as a pillar of dedication. As the WHO Bahirdar Hub Coordinator, she has taken on the immense responsibility of coordinating WHO supported health activities in the Amhara and Benishangul-Gumuz regions, a role that is crucial in the face of multiple public health emergencies. 

The Sierra Leone WHO Country Office promotes “Walking the Talk”.

The Sierra Leone WHO Country Office has made great progress in promoting physical activity in the workplace through weekly aerobics sessions and monthly walks. Taking inspiration from the DG, Dr Tedros, and the RD, Dr Moeti, and in alignment with the Global Action Plan on Physical Activity (GAPPA) mission statement, the office is working diligently to ensure all staff have access to safe and enabling environments as well as diverse opportunities to be physically active in their daily lives.

Enhancing Quality of Care Through Patient Safety Awareness

Namibia observed the World Patient Safety Day (WPSD) on 17 September 2024 at the Intermediate Hospital Katutura (IHK). The event presents an opportunity to raise public awareness and foster collaboration between patients, health workers, policymakers, and healthcare leaders to improve patient safety. This year, the day was remembered under the global theme Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety, which underscores the vital role of accurate and timely diagnoses in ensuring patient well-being.

Experts agree on African regional plan for health and climate change

Dakar — More than 80 health and climate change experts, partners and civil society representatives today agreed on a five-year strategic plan for the African region to support countries build resilient and sustainable health system and make health an integral part of negotiations on climate-change adaptation and mitigation.