Jorge Cano Ortega

Spatial distribution of infectious diseases, epidemiology, statistics, geostatistics, cartography, and remote sensing science. #beatNTDs #ESPEN #WHO

[Unlimit Health @unlimit_health]

Why does #schistosomiasis persist in some areas despite high treatment coverage?

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, explore DRIVERS, a @wellcometrust-funded research project investigating the environmental, biological & social factors that sustain transmission.
https://t.co/E36bZwYM9J

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

A virus carries no passport and can’t be deterred by weapons. Yet we spend trillions on arms while underfunding the health systems that protect us all.

Health security IS security.

The world needs better global leadership.

[Dr Benido Impouma @DrBenido]

Every community deserves timely access to essential health services.

As health challenges evolve and resources become more constrained, stronger coordination and shared solutions are critical.

I am pleased to see experts from across Africa gathering in Kigali 🇷🇼to explore how integrated health campaigns can: reach more people, use resources more efficiently and strengthen primary health care systems.
Integrated delivery is not a new idea—but it is now an urgent priority. By aligning efforts across programmes and partners, countries can move from fragmented approaches to coordinated, high-impact action.
Encouraging to see such strong commitment to practical solutions that improve health outcomes across the region.
#HealthierAfrica, #PrimaryHealthCare, #EndingDiseasesInAfrica

[RLMFund @RLMFund]

Investment in NTD elimination is multidimensional, delivering impact across multiple development goals.

For those setting investment priorities, this is an opportunity to keep children in school, address cycles of poverty, and advance gender equality.

#AfDBAM #AfricanDevelopmentBank #EndNTDs #DevelopmentImpact #GenderEquality

[Dr Benido Impouma @DrBenido]

The #MentalHealth intercountry meeting for the East and Southern African subregion has ended in #Johannesburg.
I am encouraged by the commitment of experts to address the immense burden Africans face from mental health conditions.
​@WHOAFRO will continue to work with partners and countries to advance the regional mental health strategy and ensure that people living with mental health conditions receive the care and dignity they deserve.

More:https://t.co/0eWvekwepx

[W. Kazadi Mulombo @WMulombo]

Couldn’t agree more with @DrTedros : The unfolding context provides both perspectives: Crisis and Opportunities. Change is constant and will continue to be required. This is an imperative for a fit-for-purpose Global Health Architecture around a stronger, reformed and reliable @WHO

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

At #WHA79, we launched the @WHO @ResolveTSL Emergency‑Ready Primary Health Care Framework and Operational Guide. Preparedness must live where people first seek care, in PHC and communities. Strong PHC saves lives, every day.

[RLMFund @RLMFund]

Africa has the expertise to eliminate neglected tropical diseases. Locally developed solutions combined with global partnership push us closer to elimination for good.

#WHA #WorldHealthAssembly #RLMF #EndNTDs #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

"One who plants a tree, doesn't always sit in its shade" - excellent remarks by President @JDMahama at #WHA79 opening, with a strong call for political leadership and investment in health, based on our institutional mandates, and a new order rising based on partnership and agency, not aid.

Indeed, let us measure our success by a clinic not a conference. By a child in the Global South to enjoy the same chance of survival as one in the Global North.

My deep gratitude to the President for joining us to address the Assembly, but especially for walking the talk for #HealthForAll in Africa, and everywhere. Together, my brother!

[RLMFund @RLMFund]

At the #WorldHealthAssembly, the focus is on building systems that can deliver consistently, equitably, and at scale.

Africa has created NTD elimination strategies that check those boxes and more. To support entire health systems, leaders must support NTD elimination.

#WHA #WorldHealthAssembly #RLMF #EndNTDs #HealthSystems #GlobalHealth

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

Thank you, #Spain.

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

This is @WHO.

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

Very important personal message from our @WHO Director General @DrTedros to the people of Tenerife in Spain.

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

As @WHO continues to work with national authorities on the #Hantavirus cluster linked to the cruise ship travel, @mvankerkhove briefs the media.

Full interview: https://t.co/yijRMlfv8r

[RLMFund @RLMFund]

Locally driven efforts to end neglected tropical diseases protect Africa’s heritage while charting a new legacy for communities. On African World Heritage Day, we celebrate the people, knowledge, and leadership at the heart of the progress.

#AfricanWorldHeritageDay #RLMF #EndNTDs #GlobalHealth #LocalLeadership #SustainableDevelopment

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

New fact sheet published. Stay informed.

[Winnie Byanyima @Winnie_Byanyima]

🇧🇼 Botswana’s repeal of its colonial‑era law criminalising same‑sex relationships is a powerful step for dignity, equality & human rights. Decriminalisation saves lives — by reducing stigma and expanding access to health services.
#StopStigma #LoveIsLove

[Chikwe Ihekweazu @Chikwe_I]

My colleagues & partners recent paper in @LancetGH highlights key gaps in pandemic & epidemic intelligence

They identify 23 priority research areas to improve data integration, innovation & decision-making to strengthen public health action

🔗 https://t.co/Bvpc6EIeMz

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

Congratulations to #Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem.

Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer represents a public health problem in the country.

Australia is the 30th country to achieve this milestone, contributing to global progress towards the targets set out in the WHO road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021–2030.

https://t.co/0bO1S8KqfD

[Dr Benido Impouma @DrBenido]

A shared vision for stronger immunization in Africa.

The commemoration of #AfricanVaccinationWeek is a reminder of what is possible when partners work together to protect every child.

@WHOAFRO, @Gavi and partners remain committed to advancing equitable and sustainable immunization across Africa.

Read more on immunization progress in the African Region: https://t.co/fus7fD4HIf

#AVW2026 #VaccinesWork