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[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

“5 food safety myths that might surprise you 👀”

#WFSD26 #MythOrReality #FoodSafety

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

🍽️Unsafe food can change a life.

Science, data, and good hygiene practices help prevent risks and protect millions of people every day.

📢 More science. More prevention. More health.

#WFSD26 #FoodSafety

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

🌪️ 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins.

PAHO urges stronger preparedness—one severe storm can disrupt health services and risk public health.

🔗 https://t.co/VdNHZOofHt

#Hurricanes #PublicHealth

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

Ensure #FoodSafety in traditional markets:

✔️Clean and disinfect all surfaces and utensils that come into contact with food.
✔️Separate raw animal-based foods from ready-to-eat foods.
✔️Prevent the presence of stray animals.

#WFSD26

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

🛎️ PAHO is stepping up preparedness across the Americas for #Ebola after WHO’s PHEIC declaration.
🔹 Risk remains low
🔹 No cases reported
🔹 Countries strengthening detection & response
🔗 https://t.co/au3XTeiRsc

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

Today, on #WorldEnvironmentDay, PAHO joins the global call for climate action to protect the fundamental link between climate and our health 🌎.

📚 Explore our free courses to learn and take action.
✍️ https://t.co/h9lle27zm1

#NowForClimate

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, I reaffirm our commitment to addressing the growing health impacts of climate change.

Together with countries, PAHO is advancing resilient, sustainable health systems across the Americas 🌎.

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👶🏽 A healthy start for every baby is possible.

Through early detection and integrated care, Turks and Caicos Islands 🇹🇨 have eliminated mother-to-child transmission of HIV & hepatitis B - the first in the Americas to do so for hepatitis B.

🔗 https://t.co/CnPraJTWXN

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

Las Américas avanzaron en eliminación de enfermedades, APS e innovación, abordando desafíos como el sarampión. Seguiremos fortaleciendo la cooperación por una Región más saludable y resiliente.

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

Tuve el honor de presentar el Informe Anual 2025 del Director de la OPS ante el Consejo Permanente de la @OEA_oficial.

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

The Americas made progress in disease elimination, primary health care, and innovation, while addressing challenges such as measles. We will continue strengthening cooperation for a healthier and more resilient Region.

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

I had the honor of presenting the PAHO Director’s 2025 Annual Report to the Permanent Council of the @OAS_official .

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

.@DirOPSPAHO, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, presented the 2025 Annual Report to the @OAS_official Permanent Council, highlighting progress and challenges in health across the Americas.

Solidarity, innovation & collective action drive results.
🔗 https://t.co/Ju15u138jX

[PAHO-WHO Caribbean @PAHOCaribbean]

Congratulations to the #turksandcaicos islands on being certified for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV and hepatitis B.
TCI is the first territory in the Americas to reach this milestone, marking a significant achievement for the region.

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

🎉 Turks and Caicos Islands 🇹🇨 eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and hepatitis B.

First in the Americas 🌎 to achieve this for hepatitis B - a major milestone for women, children, and families.
🔗 https://t.co/nOj73SPMeT

#EliminationInitiative
@TCIG_Press

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

I congratulate Turks and Caicos Islands 🇹🇨 on eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV & hepatitis B - a major public health achievement. A testament to leadership, partnerships, and dedicated health workers delivering equitable, quality care.

#EliminationInitiative

[Jarbas Barbosa @DirOPSPAHO]

Grateful for the exchange this morning with 🇺🇸 @USAmbOAS Ambassador Leandro Rizzuto.

I look forward to continuing the dialogue and sharing more on PAHO’s work to strengthen health systems in Haiti and across the Americas 🌎.

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

Historic achievement! Turks and Caicos 🇹🇨 becomes the first country in the Americas to receive WHO double certification for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of both #HIV and #HepatitisB.
Congratulations 👏🏽👏🏽
ℹ️ https://t.co/nOj73SPMeT

#EliminationInitiative @TCIG_Press

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

⚠️ PAHO urges countries to strengthen measles surveillance & vaccination ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ and other mass gatherings, amid ongoing outbreaks in the Americas 🌎.
👉 https://t.co/KLzOpzD81P

#WorldCup

[PAHO/WHO @pahowho]

📅 PAHO Virtual Events | June 2–4
🔹 Rehabilitation Equipment PHC
🔹 Products designed to hook new generations
🔹 EMTCT Certification Ceremony: Turks and Caicos Islands
🔹 Partnerships for Life Americas
🔹AI & evidence in health
🖥️ Info & registration:
🔗 https://t.co/qXWjRnNNB4