New research by Alice Mitchell, @annapralph & colleagues explores the lived experience of RHD in NT Aboriginal Communities, shows deeper community engagement with health services critical to ending the disease. Read our research review: https://t.co/VSsEaM7Png #IndigenousNCDs
A theme from #NCDs agenda item at #AFRC68 this am was recognition of the unaddressed burden of #mentalhealth & #sicklecelldisease - will be critical for global community to rally support around an integrated NCD response for the African region inclusive of conditions like these
“Changing policy in any country isn’t easy. In #TimorLeste, we are working with @MdSTimorLeste & @WHO to develop a national action plan for RHD." @thefrancis6 on important work underway & opportunity to help set direction to control RHD in the country: https://t.co/9mSShJb9wu
You can find out more about the global burden of rheumatic heart disease, & what’s being done to prevent it in our Q&A from last year with Dr David Watkins: https://t.co/CFCZdmfeij
Lots on #NCDs already at #AFRC68. Looking forward to coming together in Tues 6pm GMT side event to discuss strengthening management of HTN & severe #NCDs as part of larger #UHC agenda for the region #EnoughNCDs
Do the best you can in the one opportunity you have been given so that it can mature and pave way for other opportunities. You determine your success. #AskKirubi
Giving is not just about making a donation, it's about making a difference.
~Kathy Calvin
We would love to see our children enlightened as well as their parents. Supporting and reaching out to everyone through this initiative is our end goal. #RhdChdawareness#Listentomyheart
We strongly believe that Rhd and Chd can be prevented or well taken care of once information about them is passed. Our focus is majorly on patients in general.
To get an introduction to the two diseases, please visit: https://t.co/w9NRhw8eee
It is true, if Transplant recipients came together and assisted in raising awareness, we would have many rehabilitation programs addressing our issues #OrganDonation https://t.co/4keSAP6yTo
Furthermore, we have special tests that are very expensive and necessary to maintain the transplanted organ. Transplant recipients should be at the forefront of universal healthcare because we know the benefits it would offer us. #UHC#EndTransplantMedsNightmare
Africa has many opportunities, but remember you cannot thrive alone. If you stand alone, you stand little chance of survival. Partner & merge your resources with other like-minded people and you will be able to attract bigger opportunities and the investment you need. #AskKirubi
Day 3 of #WorldBreastfeedingWeek
Eating a healthy diet while you are breastfeeding is important because what you eat determines the energy, protein, nutrient and vitamin content of your breast milk. @ncckkenya@WHO
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In advance of #WHA71 check out our comprehensive listing of upcoming events, conferences & meetings relevant to rheumatic heart disease & get in touch if there's an event you'd like us to add! https://t.co/6AZ2RAvXZc #TimeToTackleRHD