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Feeling lonely or isolated? You’re .This week, try one of these:💙 Call a loved one💙 Ditch the phone and connect with th...
22/01/2026

Feeling lonely or isolated? You’re .
This week, try one of these:
💙 Call a loved one
💙 Ditch the phone and connect with the person in front of you
💙 Say hello to a neighbour
💙Join a group activity
And if it felt good—try again next week!
Need more support? It's okay to reach out for professional help.



Lesotho Ministry of Health

🕑 Every hour, 1000+ people die from strokes & heart attacks caused by high blood pressure.Most of these deaths are preve...
22/01/2026

🕑 Every hour, 1000+ people die from strokes & heart attacks caused by high blood pressure.
Most of these deaths are preventable.
Lifestyle changes such as:
🍽️ Eating a healthy, low-salt diet
🚭 Quitting to***co
💪 Being active
💤 Having quality sleep & reducing stress
can help lower your blood pressure.

Antibiotics don’t treat colds or flu.These illnesses are usually caused by viruses and are mostly self-limiting, whereas...
22/01/2026

Antibiotics don’t treat colds or flu.

These illnesses are usually caused by viruses and are mostly self-limiting, whereas antibiotics only work on bacteria.
Let’s handle antibiotics with care and keep these life-saving medicines effective.

Join us for a live WHO/AFRO press briefing on Public Health Emergencies in the WHO African Region.📅 Friday, 23 January 2...
22/01/2026

Join us for a live WHO/AFRO press briefing on Public Health Emergencies in the WHO African Region.
📅 Friday, 23 January 2026
🕑 10:00–11:00 GMT
🌐 Livestreamed on WHO/AFRO social media channels
🎧 Interpretation available in French

Yes, tuberculosis is curable!Tuberculosis is treated with antibiotics. To be effective, these medications need to be tak...
21/01/2026

Yes, tuberculosis is curable!

Tuberculosis is treated with antibiotics. To be effective, these medications need to be taken daily for 4–6 months.

⚠️ It is dangerous to stop the medications early or without medical advice. It can lead to drug-resistant tuberculosis.

Here are 5 tips to help you sleep better. 😴- Be consistent. Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same...
21/01/2026

Here are 5 tips to help you sleep better. 😴
- Be consistent. Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning, including on the weekends.
- If possible, make your sleeping area quiet, dark, relaxing and at a comfortable temperature.
- Limit your use of electronic devices, such as TVs, computers and smartphones, before sleeping.
- Avoid large meals, caffeine and alcohol before bedtime.
- Get some exercise. Being physically active during the day can help you fall asleep more easily at night.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and a leading cause of cancer deaths in the African Region...
20/01/2026

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and a leading cause of cancer deaths in the African Region.

Each year, more than 130,000 women in the region are affected. Timely diagnosis and effective treatment increase survival rates.

https://who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/breast-cancer

Obesity is a complex & chronic disease. To prevent hashtag , people can✅ limit total fat & sugar intake✅ eat more fruit,...
20/01/2026

Obesity is a complex & chronic disease. To prevent hashtag , people can
✅ limit total fat & sugar intake
✅ eat more fruit, vegetables, whole grains & nuts
✅ do regular physical activity

Remember, obesity is PREVENTABLE! 👉bit.ly/49RWuz0

Stress can cause:❤️‍🩹 headaches❤️‍🩹 neck and shoulder pain❤️‍🩹 lack of appetite❤️‍🩹 back pain❤️‍🩹 a heavy chest❤️‍🩹 tigh...
19/01/2026

Stress can cause:
❤️‍🩹 headaches
❤️‍🩹 neck and shoulder pain
❤️‍🩹 lack of appetite
❤️‍🩹 back pain
❤️‍🩹 a heavy chest
❤️‍🩹 tight muscles
❤️‍🩹 an upset stomach
Pausing, breathing, and reflecting through slow breathing techniques can help to reduce stress.

Too much time spent indoors and intensive near vision activity leads to more children suffering from nearsightedness or ...
19/01/2026

Too much time spent indoors and intensive near vision activity leads to more children suffering from nearsightedness or .
Taking regular breaks & spending more time outdoors can reduce this risk.
Keep your eyes 👁️ healthy. Get regular eye checks!

Most countries have shown no reduction in the affordability of alcoholic or sugary drinks since 2022. In fact: ⚠️ Suga...
16/01/2026

Most countries have shown no reduction in the affordability of alcoholic or sugary drinks since 2022.

In fact:
⚠️ Sugary drinks became MORE affordable in 62 countries.
⚠️ Beer is now MORE affordable in 56 countries, while spirits are MORE affordable in 67 countries.

Rising affordability means rising demand and rising harm.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4szr4rv

Early drinking is linked to:⚠️Poor mental health⚠️Lower academic achievement⚠️Lifelong risks📢 Parents! Talk openly about...
15/01/2026

Early drinking is linked to:

⚠️Poor mental health
⚠️Lower academic achievement
⚠️Lifelong risks

📢 Parents! Talk openly about alcohol & create a safe, healthy environment!

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