| No images? Click here  Friday, 18 October 2024 | Issue 276  © WHO / Fanjan Combrink  20-26 October International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Bright Futures Begin Lead-Free From 20-26 October 2024, the world will observe the twelfth annual International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. Over 50 events are set to take place globally, raising awareness of the devastating and permanent effects of lead exposure, especially on children's health. This year’s theme, "Bright Futures Begin Lead-Free," highlights the urgent need to eliminate global lead exposure. WHO and its partners are calling for immediate action to protect children's developing nervous systems, as no level of lead exposure is safe. WHO identifies lead as one of the top 10 chemicals of major public health concern. Global call to action on lead poisoning prevention news story  21-25 October The seventy-fifth session of the World Health Organization Regional Committee for the Western Pacific will be held from 21 to 25 October 2024 in Manila, Philippines.  Monday, 21 October Addressing musculoskeletal conditions: an opportunity for health systems globally Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions impact individuals globally, contributing significantly to years lived with disability (YLD). The burden extends to health systems, influencing health care costs and rehabilitation needs. This webinar series aims to initiate early discussions and involve key stakeholders in addressing this critical matter, paving the way for further attention and awareness. The WHO Clinical practice guideline for influenza has been updated and expanded to apply to patients with seasonal influenza viruses, pandemic influenza viruses and novel influenza A viruses known to cause severe illness in infected humans. The objective of this webinar on 21 October is to explain the evidence for the recommendations of the guidelines. SpeakersWelcome and introduction: Dr Janet Diaz, Unit Head, Clinical Management, Country Readiness and Strengthening Department, WHO Overview of the Global Influenza Programme, focus on seasonal influenza: Dr Wenqing Zhang, Unit Head, Clinical Management, Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness and Prevention Department, WHO Experience from PAHO (H5N1): Dr Tim Uyeki, Chief Medical Officer, Influenza Division, US-CDC Experiences from South-East Asia (avian flu outbreaks): Prof Yee Sin Leo, Executive Director, National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID), Singapore (TBC) Overview of the recommendations in the new guideline: Prof Steve McGloughlin, Consultant, Clinical Management Unit, Country Readiness and Strengthening Department, WHO and intensive care and infectious diseases physician Q&A  Wednesday, 23 OctoberAnnouncement of COP29 Health InitiativesAhead of the 29th Climate Conference (COP29) in November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan, WHO and the COP29 Presidency host public webinars to inform on the health initiatives planned at the Conference. These events provide critical information for the COP29 participants, including policymakers, health community, climate activists, and anyone interested in the future of health and climate action. They explore how health initiatives at COP29 can pave the way for a healthier, more sustainable future. The webinars are an opportunity to explore the key role of the health community in supporting the COP29 Health Initiatives and in driving global climate action.  Other events of interest to the journalists:
 Selection of stories on WHO's work in emergencies Zimbabwe reports first cases of mpox WHO in Lebanon working to stop cholera spread amid conflict PAHO issues update on Oropouche fever Attacks on hospitals and health workers jeopardize provision of health in Lebanon Second round of polio vaccination in the Gaza Strip aims to vaccinate over half a million children  WHO events here Sign up for our newsletters here Check out the WHO series, Science in 5 Access WHO photos available for media use here  WHO media contacts:  You are receiving this NO-REPLY email because you are included on a WHO mail list. |
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