Shweta Sharma

Technical officer at WHO Timor Leste. Earlier worked with UNICEF India. Music lover, Amateur writer. Following my dreams, passion and purpose.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

1/2 @WHOTimorLeste welcomed the ASEAN Centre for Active Ageing & Innovation (ASEAN-ACAI) to align TL’s priorities with a new regional plan for older persons. The team is engaging local stakeholders to ensure systems are inclusive & healthier for the aging population. 👇

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

WHO Timor-Leste met with Vice Minister of Finance H.E. Regina de Jesus de Sousa to discuss tobacco control and pro-health taxation. The meeting focused on addressing the high rates of tobacco consumption in Timor-Leste and strengthening efforts to protect public health.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Good vision shapes how we learn, work, and move through the world at every stage of life.
Today, WHO Timor-Leste and the Ministry of Health, including the Directorate-General of Primary Health Care.

[The Lancet @TheLancet]

Ultra-processed foods – what’s the impact?

In a new Lancet Series, experts warn a global rise in #UPFs presents a growing public health threat.

Read the evidence & policy recommendations ⬇️
https://t.co/cKavYNYlcQ

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Timor-Leste at the 80th #UNGA in #NewYork
Under the theme 'Better Together: 80 Years and More for Peace, Development and Human Rights,' the delegation is highlighting national efforts — from tackling #NCDs and #mentalhealth to advancing eye care and youth empowerment.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Timor-Leste joined other South-East Asian countries in the annual #SAPHIRE simulation exercise, focused on a regional food safety incident.
The goal? Test how well countries communicate, coordinate, and respond to health emergencies.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Today, we launch Timor-Leste's National Nutrition Campaign under the theme: “Eating Nutritious Food for a Healthy Life.”
This campaign is more than a slogan, it's a national commitment to building a healthier, stronger, and more resilient Timor-Leste. 🇹🇱🥦

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

@WHOTLS, in collaboration with #INSPTL, presented findings from a study on imported foods high in #sugar, #salt, and unhealthy #fats—based on data from #Dili, #Bobonaro, and #Lautem.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Other critical points focused on:
✅ Advancing food law reforms
✅ Digitalizing systems for improved efficiency
This collaboration highlights our shared commitment to strengthening food safety systems and public health.
#HealthForAll #WHO #AIFAESA #FoodSafety

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Today, Dr. @AMATHUR1007 , @WHOTLS Rep, met with the IG of #AIFAESA Dr. Odete da Silva Viegas and her team.
Key priorities discussed included:
✅Building a state-of-the-art laboratory
✅Decentralizing inspection services
✅Strengthening inspection capacity

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Lookback 2024: A year of achievements, partnerships, and progress for a healthier Timor-Leste! #Partnership #recap2024 #healthcare #TimorLeste #NewYearSeries

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Timor-Leste launched the School-Based Primary Health Care Pkg this Nov, a program making schools a vital link to healthcare. It aims to detect growth delays, vision/hearing,skin/oral health problems early, connecting kids to health centres https://t.co/KcKV5QVr7S #Recap2024

[🇹🇱UN Timor-Leste🇺🇳🧡 @UNTimorLeste]

🌍 On this #WorldFoodDay, we must unite to uphold the right to food for all in #TimorLeste and beyond. Together, we can ensure no one is left behind! 🍽️ - #UNTimorLeste RC a.i. @AMATHUR1007
#RightToFood #LeaveNoOneBehind #FoodSecurity

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Blending health awareness & culture!
WHO, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, is proud to have participated in the Rabilau Festival in Maubisse, Ainaro, hosted by the Presidency of the Republic in collaboration with the IX Constitutional Government. #HealthForAll

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

The WHO #nutrition team presented a #foodsafety strategy to Dr. Odete and her team, laying the groundwork for future collaboration between the organizations. Together, we can continue to enhance food safety standards!

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Today, Dr. Arvind Mathur, WHO Rep, welcomed Dr. Odete da Silva Viegas, the newly appointed Inspector General of #AIFAESA, and her team. He congratulated them on their impressive work during the #Pope's visit, ensuring the safety of over 600,000 people from foodborne illnesses.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

The Food Safety unit, under the Department of Vigilance Sanitary and Environmental Health in collaboration with WHO, is hosting a National Workshop on Food Safety Pre-inspection from July 29-31. #FoodSafety #TimorLeste #WHOTimorLeste

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Today is #WorldFoodSafetyDay
Food safety is everyone’s business.

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Let's practice safe food preparation to avoid cross-contamination and prevent foodborne illnesses. #WorldFoodSafetyDay

[WHO Timor-Leste @WHOTLS]

Today, Dr. Arvind Mathur, WHO Rep, met with H.E. Mr. Francisco Kalbuadi Lay, Vice PM and Minister for Economic Affairs, Tourism, and the Environment. They discussed WHO's support for food safety in 🇹🇱, emphasizing the need for a Natl Food Law and outlining next steps. #foodsafety