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• + 2025 (88)
  • - August (1)
    WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy’s visit to Bahrain showcased health progress and country leadership in regional cooperation
  • - July (12)
    WHO statement on IPC alert: Worst-case scenario for famine unfolding in GazaWorld Breastfeeding Week 2025World Hepatitis Day 2025: Hepatitis: Let’s Break It DownStatement by WHO Regional Director Hanan Balkhy on her visit to Lebanon 23 to 25 July 2025Malnutrition rates reach alarming levels in Gaza, WHO warnsLaunch of the Regional Coalition for Mental Health and Substance Use Prevention World Drowning Prevention Day 2025WHO operations compromised following attacks on warehouse and facility sheltering staff and families in GazaDuring her visit to Afghanistan, Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy underlined the importance of collective action to support the health needs of all Afghanis RHA meets to accelerate action on polio eradication and maternal, newborn and child healthRegional Coalition for Mental Health and Substance Use Prevention launches in CairoMycetoma: a neglected disease affecting thousands of people
  • - June (12)
    International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2025Tobacco control efforts protect 6.1 billion people – WHO’s new reportAlzheimer’s and Brain Awareness MonthUniting to tackle substance use in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionQuestions and answers on COVID-19Addressing plastic pollution: a call to action on World Environment DayWHO launches Cholera Preparedness and Response Strategy for Eastern Mediterranean RegionWorld Food Safety Day 2025: the vital role of science in ensuring safe foodRemarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the signing of the Regional QPT joint statementOne Year in Detention: Heads of United Nations Agencies and INGOs renew demand for release of staff detained in northern YemenSpeech by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director on the occasion marking Egypt achieving regional target of Hepatitis B controlWorld Blood Donor Day 2025: ‘Give blood, give hope – together we save lives’
  • - May (20)
    Opening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the Regional Health Alliance meeting on Strengthening public health action on substance useWorld No Tobacco Day 2025: unmasking the appeal of tobacco productsStatement by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, at the ACANU press briefingMessage from Dr Hanan Balkhy WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the occasion of World No Tobacco DayStatement For Regional Director, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region on Occupied Palestinian territoryStatement For Regional Director, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region on EmergenciesStatement For Regional Director, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region on PoliomyelitisOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the 62nd Arab Health Council WHA side event by the League of Arab StateWorld Health Assembly adopts historic Pandemic Agreement to make the world more equitable and safer from future pandemicsWHO Foundation Launches First GCC Partnership with Tawuniya to Drive Health Innovation in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO launches AI-powered all-hazards toolkit to accelerate health emergency responseOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the International Nurses Day webinarStatement by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, at the emergency press briefingOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean for the Arab Forum for the Development of Pharmaceutical and Vaccine IndustryPeople in Gaza starving, sick and dying as aid blockade continuesWHO Regional Director’s first official visit to MoroccoState of the World’s Nursing 2025 report launch8th UN Global Road Safety Week: #MakeWalkingSafe #MakeCyclingSafeEMHJ publishes two special issues on medical risks and public health implications of the war in GazaWorld Hand Hygiene Day 2025: ‘It might be gloves. It's always hand hygiene’
  • - April (13)
    Closing remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the symposium on ensuring access to assistive technology and rehabilitation services in humanitarian crisesOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the workshop with the WHO Collaborating Centres in Saudi ArabiaSpeech by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director Tackling the region’s #1 killer: WHO’s fight against heart disease TCT Plus Middle East 2025 in RiyadhStatement by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean to the launch of the Oman National Health PolicyWHO Regional Director concludes a successful visit to TunisiaMessage from Dr Hanan Balkhy Regional Director WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region for World Malaria Day Speech by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, at the Strategic Partnership Event hosted by the King Khaled Foundation in Riyadh‘Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite’World Immunization Week 2025: ‘Immunization for All is Humanly Possible’Dr Hanan Balkhy concludes a 1-day visit to OmanAfter 2 years of conflict Sudan’s health system faces collapse as rainy season nearsHealthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures – On World Health Day WHO calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza World Health Day 2025: ‘Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures’
  • - March (9)
    Strengthening health collaboration with QatarMessage from Dr Hanan Balkhy Regional Director WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region on the occasion of the World Tuberculosis DayStatement by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, at the Health emergencies press briefingEighty percent of WHO-supported facilities in Afghanistan risk shutdown by JuneOn International Women’s Day WHO calls for accelerated action on gender equality Cancer surveillance in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: a 10-year IARC-WHO collaborationObesity Day 2025: addressing the growing burden of obesity World Hearing Day 2025WHO Regional Director’s address to the Policy Dialogue to Scale Up the Implementation of the Regional Director’s Flagship Initiative to Strengthen the Public Health Response to Substance Use in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, 28 February 2025
  • - February (16)
    Humanitarian access improves quality of polio vaccination campaign in the Gaza StripWHO and NRC address rising substance use in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO Regional Director’s address to the Policy Dialogue to Scale Up the Implementation of the Regional Director’s Flagship Initiative to Strengthen the Public Health Response to Substance Use in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO and King Salman Humanitarian Aid & Relief Centre expand life-saving health interventions with new agreements at Riyadh Humanitarian ForumFirst ever WHO treaty marks 20 years of saving millions of lives worldwideSubstance use disorders: policy dialogue Mass polio vaccination campaign to continue in the Gaza StripDr Hanan Balkhy’s visit to KuwaitAddress by Dr Hanan Balkhy Regional Director WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region at the inauguration of the poliovirus environmental surveillance diagnostic laboratory, OmanWorld Epilepsy Day 2025 – a call for improved access to care in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionInternational Childhood Cancer DayAddress by Dr Hanan Balkhy Regional Director WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region to the Second Healthy Cities Conference in KuwaitWHO Regional Director’s statement for the Executive Board 156: Report of the regional committees to the Executive BoardWHO Regional Director’s statement for the Executive Board 156: PoliomyelitisWHO Regional Director’s statement for the Executive Board 156: Health conditions in the occupied Palestinian territory, including east JerusalemUN partners unite for a healthier Eastern Mediterranean
  • - January (5)
    Regional Director opening remarks at the emergencies press briefingWHO calls for global action on World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day 2025: Unite. Act. Eliminate.Presidential Initiative on Women’s Health hosts high-level dialogue to advance equity and innovation in women’s cancer care in collaboration with WHOThe ceasefire in Gaza brings hope, but immense challenges lie ahead to restore the health systemRegional Health Alliance strategic dialogue: towards a unified regional WHO–UN health agenda in 2025
• + 2024 (137)
  • - December (10)
    Kamal Adwan Hospital out of service following a raid yesterday and repeated attacks since OctoberYemen reports the highest burden of cholera globallyLebanon: soaring needs for trauma treatment and rehabilitationWHO’s Region of the Americas and Eastern Mediterranean Region sign an agreement to enhance access to medicinesInternational Migrants Day 2024: building a healthier future for allUniversal Health Coverage Day 2024: WHO urges governments to prioritize financial protection for healthEastern Mediterranean Health Journal special edition: How taxes on tobacco, nicotine and sugar sweetened beverages help save lives Regional press briefing on health emergenciesWHO report highlights major returns on investment in protecting women against cancersMessage from Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the occasion of World AIDS Day
  • - November (10)
    WHO Regional Director concludes second visit to Afghanistan, reinforcing support for polio eradication and enhanced action against substance abuse and preventable diseasesMessage from WHO’s Regional Director for the eastern Mediterranean to markWorld AMR Awareness Week 2024 Lebanon: a conflict particularly destructive to health careWorld Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2024World Diabetes Day 2024Qatar Foundation’s WISH Summit 2024 addresses global health challenges in partnership with WHOOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, at the Regional press briefing on emergenciesWHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Region Dr Hanan Balkhy’s statement on her visit to SomaliaSecond round of polio campaign in Gaza completed amid ongoing conflict and attacks: UNICEF and WHO
  • - October (32)
    WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Region visits DjiboutiPink October: Breast Cancer Awareness MonthIntense bombardments, mass displacements and lack of access in northern Gaza force the postponement of polio vaccination campaignPatients transferred, critical supplies denied as high-risk, on WHO-led joint mission in northern Gaza amid intense hostilitiesEgypt is certified malaria-free by WHOWHO secures an additional US$ 18 million in partner fundingRC71 concludes in DohaThe Statement of the Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy for the post RC 71 press conferenceRegional Director’s special event on the Investment Round, Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Introduction of the annual report and the Regional Director’s visionOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Balkhy during the launch of the Sport for Health report “Changing the game: strengthening health and well-being through sport events" Side event: innovative approaches for preventing and controlling dengue and other mosquito-borne disease outbreaks Member States redouble commitments for a lasting polio-free world at RC71 The 71st session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in DohaOpening address by Her Excellency Dr. Hanan Mohammed Al Kuwari, Minister of Public Health to the Seventy-first session of the WHO Regional Committee, Doha, Qatar, 14–17 October 2024Opening address by H.E. Dr Ali Haji Abubakar Minister of Health of Somalia to the Seventy-first session of the WHO Regional Committee, Doha, Qatar, 14–17 October 2024Director-General’s address 71st session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, Doha, Qatar, 14 October 2024Opening address by the Regional Director to the Seventy-first session of the WHO Regional Committee, Doha, Qatar, 14–17 October 2024 Strengthening health information systems: a new regional strategyAccelerating the response to antimicrobial resistance across the Region Launch of the Eastern Mediterranean regional framework to strengthen immunizationAddressing the increasing burden of trauma in humanitarian settingsMental health and psychosocial support in emergenciesUpdates on the work of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body New Regional Operational Strategic Plan for the WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionFlagship Initiatives: towards a healthier future71st session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Director's statement for the presser on RC71 highlights and emergencies updatesWHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy concludes her first official visit to OmanRegional expert network launched to help ensure continuity of care for chronic kidney disease patients during emergenciesInternational Day of Older PersonsWHO validates the elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in Pakistan
  • - September (12)
    World Heart Day - 29 September 2024: campaigning for cardiovascular healthSudan surpasses 100 attacks on healthcare since 2023 armed conflict beganChildhood Cancer Awareness Month100 Days of Detention: Regional Directors of UN agencies and INGOs Call for Immediate Release of Arbitrarily Detained StaffJordan becomes first country to receive WHO verification for eliminating leprosySuspect and Protect: Concussion awareness campaignAround 560 000 children vaccinated in first round of polio campaign in GazaWHO analysis highlights vast unmet rehabilitation needs in GazaHigh-level mission to Sudan reaffirms WHO commitment, calls for urgent action to address and end the extreme health and humanitarian crisisFirst phase of polio campaign concludes successfully in Gaza Youth raise awareness of tobacco industry tricksBetter snakebite data needed to save lives and limbs
  • - August (3)
    Statement by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, on World Humanitarian Day 2024Statement by WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan BalkhyTogether to fill the gap and support breastfeeding mothers
  • - July (12)
    Launch of the National Guidelines Programme of EgyptWHO and United Arab Emirates evacuate 85 patients from GazaWorld Hepatitis Day 2024: It’s Time for ActionFifteen children from Gaza to receive urgent medical care in SpainBreastfeeding support to bring benefits to more babies and mumsMarking 50 years of EPI’s life-saving impactWHO Regional Director and Japan's Ambassador to Egypt commit to strengthening partnership for health in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWelcoming remarks by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy for an event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Essential Programme on Immunization (EPI)Opening remarks by WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy at media briefing, 17 July 2024Statement by WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy on visit to the occupied Palestinian territoryWHO Steps Up Cross-Regional Efforts for Sudan’s Humanitarian EmergencyInterregional meeting: Advancing Universal Health Coverage and Health Security through Private Health Sector Engagement
  • - June (5)
    Regional Director's statement during the press briefing on emergencies in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO concerned about escalating health crisis in West BankWorld Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2024: ensuring older people’s safety in emergencies Unsafe food makes 100 million people ill each year in the RegionBetter antimicrobial use data to accelerate action on antimicrobial resistance
  • - May (15)
    Awards for outstanding contributions to public health to be presented at Seventy-seventh World Health AssemblyEngaging journalists on promoting IPC and hand hygiene to save livesHigh-level panel discussion on health in Eastern Mediterranean Region explores ways to move from crisis to opportunityWHO welcomes funding support from KSrelief for critical health response operations in Sudan, Syria, and Yemen Tobacco and nicotine industry tactics addict youth for lifeInternational Day to End Obstetric Fistula: call for quality maternal health care for allStatement on Syria by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy World Hypertension Day on 17 May 2024: Know your blood pressure, and control it!Meet the heroes powering our emergency response: Dr Sahar Maklad, Regional Staff doctor, WHO Eastern Mediterranean RegionQatar and WHO prepare new Country Cooperation StrategyInternational days for nurses and midwives 2024On visit to Afghanistan, WHO Regional Director emphasizes support for health priorities and intercountry collaborationWHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy concludes her first visit to Pakistan Rafah incursion would substantially increase mortality and morbidity and further weaken an already broken health system50 years of EPI’s extraordinary impact on global health
  • - April (10)
    Opening statement by Director of Programme Management at the World Immunization Week press conference, 29 April 2024Devising therapeutic patient education on diabetes to improve quality of lifeWHO Regional Director visits Islamic Republic of Iran to discuss health challenges and strengthen cooperationBe ONE VOICE against tobacco: call for video messagesVisiting Lebanon, WHO Regional Director affirms support to address multiple health system challengesSix months of war leave Al-Shifa hospital in ruins, WHO mission reports Meet the heroes powering our emergency response: Dr Ahmed Al Soofi Head of WHO suboffice in Al Hudaydah, YemenUN agencies launch joint programme to support Iraq, Jordan and Lebanon in climate change responseWorld Health Day 2024 highlights the right to healthWHO commends Iraq’s world-first in polio transition
  • - March (15)
    WHO mourns loss of team member killed in SyriaYemen conflict enters 10th year with over 17 million people in need of health aidOpening remarks by Dr Hanan Hassan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, on the occasion of celebrating the World Tuberculosis DayWorld Tuberculosis Day 2024: many more TB cases could be preventedRegional Director statement on visit to Al-Arish and Rafah, EgyptUnprecedented number of Syrians in need of aid after 13 years of warRegional Director statement on SudanSudan to respond to new emergence of variant poliovirus in Red Sea State Childhood cancer control: pushing for progress in WHO Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO and Japan sign US$ 8 million agreement to support patients from Gaza Strip in EgyptMessage by Dr Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on International Women’s Day, 8 March 2024 International Women’s Day 2024: invest in women to accelerate progressHealth financing reforms needed to advance universal health coverageWorld Hearing Day 2024: a global call to change mindsetsWorld Obesity Day 2024: Fasting and obesity prevention
  • - February (7)
    Regional Director opening remarks at EMRO press briefingWHO and Dubai’s International Humanitarian City to send life-saving health supplies to Gaza StripWHO transfers critical patients out of Nasser Medical Complex, fears for safety of remaining patientsInternational Childhood Cancer Day 2024: reducing the survival gap WHO, KSrelief sign new agreement to support over one million people in GazaWHO art competition for school studentsWorld Cancer Day 2024
  • - January (6)
    WHO advocates for solidarity to paint a healthier and safer futureLeadership roundtable event on women’s health: addressing women’s cancers in the Eastern MediterraneanWHO and partners bring fuel to Al-Shifa, as remaining hospitals in Gaza face growing threatsDr Hanan Balkhy is appointed WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanYoung health professionals combat antimicrobial resistanceRegional Director opening remarks at WHO/EMRO press briefing
• + 2023 (141)
  • - December (12)
    WHO teams deliver supplies to hospitals in Northern and Southern GazaWHO builds health emergency response capacitiesLethal combination of hunger and disease to lead to more deaths in GazaOpening remarks, UN Palais briefing, 21 December 2023WHO and IARC: 10 years of collaboration to control cancerRegional Director statement for media briefingWHO delivers health supplies to Al-Shifa Hospital, appeals for continued access to address urgent needs in north Gaza WHO calls for protection of humanitarian space in Gaza following serious incidents in high-risk mission to transfer patients, deliver health suppliesRD’s intervention for the special session on the health conditions in the occupied Palestinian territory, including east Jerusalem GenevaWHO strengthens risk assessment capacities in MoroccoMeet the heroes powering our emergency responseWHO appeals for protection of the health system from further attacks and degradation of its capacity
  • - November (22)
    Joint UN mission transfers critical patients from Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, under intense fightingWHO and King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) sign a Letter of Intent to scale up health response assistance in Gaza StripSafe and disaster-resilient health facilities in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO Regional Director’s remarks at the regional press briefing on health emergencies WHO staff member killed in GazaRegional Director statement on the health crisis in SudanWHO appalled by latest attack on Indonesian Hospital in Gaza WHO-led joint UN and Red Crescent mission evacuates 31 infants from Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza WHO leads very high-risk joint humanitarian mission to Al-Shifa Hospital in GazaWorld AMR Awareness Week 2023: Prevent infections and improve antimicrobial use to make sure they remain effectiveMeet the heroes powering our emergency responseStatement by the Regional Director at the World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 2023 press conferenceCervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action: For the first time in history, a cancer can be eliminated!World Diabetes Day 2023: ensuring access to diabetes careScaling up infection prevention and control capacities in fragile, conflict-affected and vulnerable settingsUNFPA, UNICEF and WHO Regional Directors call for immediate action to halt attacks on health care in GazaWHO loses communication with contacts in Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza amid reports of attacksRisk of disease spread soars in Gaza as health facilities, water and sanitation systems disruptedAttacks on health care in Gaza Strip unacceptable, says WHOWHO Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari concludes visit to Lebanon Healthy Cities Conference concludes with Doha StatementWHO welcomes decision by Egypt to receive patients from Gaza Strip
  • - October (39)
    Eastern Mediterranean Region Healthy Cities Conference 2023 opens, with 15 countries participatingMeet the heroes powering our emergency responseMulti-Country Funding Appeal: occupied Palestinian territory and Egypt, Lebanon, Syrian Arab Republic and JordanAs Gaza’s health system disintegrates, WHO calls for safe passage of fuel, supplies for health facilitiesNew GIS Portal for Health Emergencies goes liveWHO health supplies move towards GazaWHO workshop reviews project to improve monitoring capacity in humanitarian and fragile settingsWHO statement on attack on Al Ahli Arab Hospital and reported large-scale casualties WHO Regional Director’s remarks at the regional press briefing on health emergenciesWHO delivers medical supplies to Lebanon as violence in the occupied Palestinian territory intensifies Advancing health security in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionStrengthening public health intelligence in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionRevitalizing M&E systems in humanitarian and fragile settings: the success story of WHO’s Response Monitoring project Evacuation orders by Israel to hospitals in northern Gaza are a death sentence for the sick and injuredLifesaving WHO health supplies land in Egypt for people-in-need in GazaHospitals in the Gaza Strip at a breaking point, warns WHOEarthquake in Herat provinceProgress update on health-related SDG targetsMeet Dr Sumaya Shaftar providing urgent mental health support to flood-affected people in Derna, LibyaRC70 concludes with important decisions and resolutions on priority health issuesClimate change, health and environment: a new regional framework for action, 2023–2029Situation in the occupied Palestinian territoryBuilding a resilient world together: the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body for pandemic preparednessNew Regional Director nominated for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean RegionHealth workforce in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: from COVID-19 lessons to actionMember States urged to go all in to end polio during meeting of the Regional Subcommittee for Polio Eradication and OutbreaksWHO works to strengthen mental health services in Libya in the aftermath of Storm DanielWorld Mental Health Day 2023: mental health is a basic human rightStrengthening global health security: the working group on IHR amendments Final report on implementing Vision 2023The 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in CairoNoncommunicable diseases in fragile and conflict-hit settingsBeyond the spiritual: Saudi Arabia and WHO’s partnership to ensure safe Hajj gatheringsEnhancing health security: strengthening readiness for mass gatheringsUnprecedented scale of health emergencies engulfs the WHO Eastern Mediterranean RegionEgypt becomes the first country to achieve WHO validation on the path to elimination of hepatitis C WHO Regional Director’s statement at the media briefing, 4 October 2023101 health workers killed in Libya in the aftermath of Storm Daniel WHO extends gratitude to the Government of Japan for life-saving support in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - September (10)
    Libya: “A disaster of epic proportions”Meet the heroes powering our emergency responseStatement by the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the press conference on RC70Saving lives, preventing health risks and restoring health care services in the aftermath of the Libya floodsOperations at WHO’s logistics hub in Dubai reach an unprecedented scale and impact, says new report Faster progress on nutrition is the focus of regional meeting and new resourceWHO health supplies arrive in Libya as part of intensified response to devastating floods World Patient Safety Day 2023COVID-19 remains a persistent public health threatWorld Suicide Prevention Day 2023
  • - August (10)
    FAO, UNICEF, WFP and WHO join efforts to address child malnutrition affecting millions of children in the regionCall for nominations to serve on the WHO regional Youth CouncilWorld No Tobacco Day 2023 awardStatement by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, on the occasion of World Humanitarian Day 2023Afghanistan's health system suffers critical underfunding, calls for donor supportWorld Humanitarian DayStatement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee: After 4 months of war, humanitarian leaders urge action to end the tragedy in SudanStrengthening laboratory services in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionHepatitis medicines are cheaper now. Treat to save lives.50th country recognized by WHO for eliminating a neglected tropical disease, marking the halfway point towards the 100-country target set for 2030
  • - July (5)
    Health needs heighten as Sudan conflict displaces millions of people Three months of violence in Sudan: Health hanging in the balanceWorld Drowning Prevention Day 2023: Anyone can drown, no one shouldWHO condemns attack on health care facility in Las Canood, SomalilandWHO airlifts additional life-saving supplies to respond to health needs in Sudan
  • - June (6)
    General health advice and guidelines for pilgrimsStatement by WHO's Regional Director on the occasion of hajj 2023WHO welcomes the support of Member States and partners to the humanitarian response in Sudan and the RegionWHO requires US$ 145 million to respond to health emergency in Sudan and neighbouring countriesMessage from Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director, on the occasion of World Blood Donor Day 2023WHO condemns the killing of civilians and WHO staff member in a complex hotel attack in Somalia
  • - May (7)
    Out of Sudan: Nadia smiles as only the brave do“We either leave or die” a Sudanese migrant recently arrived in Egypt told WHOSeventy-sixth World Health Assembly to focus on “saving lives, driving health for all” as WHO turns 75 Regional meeting on integrated disease surveillance in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWorld Family Doctors Day 2023Quadripartite regional meeting to accelerate implementation of One Health in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionUrgently needed emergency health supplies arrive in Port Sudan from WHO’s logistics hub in Dubai
  • - April (8)
    For every 2 injuries due to the Syria earthquake, a death has occurred. WHO trauma experts explain why WHO Regional Director's appeal following occupation of Sudan's health facilitiesLaunch of the Morocco–WHO cooperation strategy 2023–2027 on World Health Day and the 75th anniversary of WHOWHO training on mass casualty management could have saved a quarter of the lives lost in Sudan to date if health care workers had access to injured civiliansRegional Director opening remarks at Regional press briefing on SudanRegional Director statement on attacks on health care in SudanWHO calls for protection of health workers and patients and unrestricted access to health care in Sudan800 000 children to be vaccinated against measles and polio across earthquake-stricken northwest Syria
  • - March (11)
    Eight years of prolonged conflict in Yemen leave over 20 million people in need of urgent health assistanceWHO and Ministry of Health collaborate to enhance Syria’s medical supply chainWHO calls on global community to stand by Syria at Brussels donor conferenceThird Scientific Conference and sixth EMARIS meeting on acute respiratory infections in the Region concludes in MuscatSecond high-level interregional meeting on the health of refugees and migrantsSyria: the time is nowHealth experts discuss acute respiratory infections and epidemic and pandemic preparedness in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionMessage from Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director, on the occasion of International Women’s Day 2023WHO and UNICEF launch cholera vaccination campaign in northwest Syria amidst earthquake responseNovo Nordisk Foundation supports earthquake-affected Syrians with DKK 13 millionFifth United Nations Conference on the Least Developed Countries highlights impact of South-South cooperation
  • - February (4)
    Syria: “Enough is enough”WHO health supplies continue to flow into all areas in Syria affected by the earthquake Regional Director's briefing on earthquake in southern Türkiye and northern SyriaWith Al Takamol refugee camp destroyed by fire in Sudan, WHO extends health support and assesses further needs
  • - January (7)
    Japan contributes US$ 881 344 to boost the response capacity to infectious diseases in SudanWHO supports response to the tribal conflict in Sudan’s South Darfur StateWHO art competition for school students "75 years of improving public health"WHO launches funding appeal to help a record number of people in complex, intersecting health emergenciesInformation note on new COVID-19 Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5Elevating country preparedness and readiness at the core of the mpox response in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionLaunch of the Regional Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy for the Eastern Mediterranean
• + 2022 (95)
  • - December (9)
    Statement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee on Afghanistan, Women’s participation in aid delivery must continueWHO leading the humanitarian response to the escalation of violence in Sudan’s Blue Nile StateIAG reaffirms commitment to addressing current and emerging public health challenges in the Region and beyond during ninth annual meetingSaving lives and limbs: WHO scales up its trauma response in SomaliaCholera further exacerbates vulnerabilities in SyriaWHO Regional Director’s statement to the press for International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) DayUniversal Health Coverage Day: building the healthy future we want2022 in focus: With recent floods and drought impacting health in several countries in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, WHO warns that extreme weather will lead to extreme diseaseWHO enhances national efforts to prevent the spread of leishmaniasis in Syria
  • - November (5)
    World Antimicrobial Awareness Week calls upon leaders to renew global commitmentsAdvancing nurturing care in humanitarian settings: overview of workshops in Arab countriesWHO is on the ground as climate-driven health emergency in the Greater Horn of Africa threatens 47 million peopleWHO warns that this winter may witness a strong comeback for influenza in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO Regional Director’s statement on cholera outbreaks
  • - October (18)
    Partnerships for healthCollaborative action supports SDGsRegional Director’s statement for the RC 69 press conferenceUrban initiatives beat the clock: success stories from around the RegionNew and emerging nicotine and tobacco products pose challenges for tobacco controlOne planet, one health: building sustainable and resilient health care systemsTowards more responsive and participatory health systems Mass campaigns and collaborating centres: success stories from the Region expand outreachRegular sessions begin for the 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanAnnual report of the Regional Director Building back better, and finding ways to pay: how countries in the Region are innovating for healthPolio eradication: delegates recommit to step up efforts at the 69th Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean The 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in CairoBMJ devotes special issue to health for peaceWalk towards a healthier worldFrom camels with coolboxes to digital transformation: how innovation paves the way to success69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanStatement by WHO’s Regional Director on the 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean
  • - September (7)
    Statement by WHO Regional Director on health needs in Syria Investment in genomic surveillance: a priority for the RegionWHO Regional Director’s statement on visit to SudanWHO inaugurates an emergency operations centre and provides urgently needed essential medicines in Swat New WHO tuberculosis centre in north-west Syria’s Al-Bab city brings health support closer to those who need itWHO airlifts medical supplies to Pakistan amid evolving humanitarian crisisStatement by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, on the floods in Pakistan
  • - August (10)
    Major health risks unfolding amid floods in PakistanWHO condemns attacks against health care in LibyaWHO mission on mRNA technology transfer initiative in TunisiaWHO supports Gaza’s public hospitals to better respond to the recent escalation of hostilitiesThanks to support from the Government of Germany, WHO delivers mobile clinics to BenghaziStatement by WHO Regional Director on monkeypox and COVID-19WHO and UDER implement multi-partner project to boost primary health care services in northwest SyriaYemen-Oman twinning project to enhance critical care and save livesUpdate on the monkeypox outbreak in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionEgyptian national regulatory authority reaches second highest level in WHO classification
  • - July (10)
    Statement by WHO’s Regional Director on COVID-19 and monkeypoxWHO and ECHO support of Sudan for COVID-19 helped scale up local response to further health emergenciesWHO delivers 18 trucks of medical supplies to northwest Syria through the Bab-al-Hawa border crossingCOVID-19 cases rising in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionUNHCR and WHO join hands to improve access to health for refugees in SudanIrish and Norwegian foreign ministers visit Bab-al-Hawa border crossing with northwest SyriaUSA ambassador to the UN visits Northwest Syria’s last remaining border crossingRegional Director’s statement on Eid Al-Adha 2022WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean delivers monkeypox diagnostic kits to 20 countries in 11 daysWHO launches case study on Bahrain’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic
  • - June (9)
    New shipment of WHO health supplies for Afghanistan earthquake response delivered to Kabul from Dubai hubWHO and IOM discuss diaspora engagement in health and health workforce shortagesWHO scales up health response after Afghanistan earthquakeRegional Director’s statement on COVID-19 and monkeypox outbreakWHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean concludes COVID-19 response review mission to Sudan, with actionable recommendations across nine pillarsWorld Refugee Day: Everyone has the right to seek safetyFAO, UNICEF, WFP and WHO work jointly to accelerate action on maternal and child undernutrition in the Middle East and North Africa, Eastern Mediterranean and Arab regionsRegional Director's statement on monkeypoxIntercountry consultation on the sustainability of tuberculosis, HIV and malaria programmes in the Eastern Mediterranean Region and transitioning towards domestic financing
  • - May (4)
    Statement by the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on monkeypoxFirst case of monkeypox reported in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionInternational Nurses Day 2022: Nurses: respect, support and appreciate themStatement by the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr in the context of COVID-19
  • - April (4)
    WHO condemns escalating violence and attacks on health workers in West Darfur, SudanOur planet, our health: Tunisia celebrates World Health DayWHO Regional Director’s statement on COVID-19World Health Day 2022 calls to protect our planet and our health
  • - March (9)
    Regional Director's statement on observing the holy month of Ramadan safely in 2022WHO, UNICEF, Qatar and partners meet to discuss interim health priorities in AfghanistanMinister of Public Health, WHO’s Director-General and Regional Director inaugurate WHO office in QatarHumanitarian crisis in Yemen: eight years on, WHO is strengthening the health system, responding to vital health needs, and saving livesWorld Tuberculosis Day 2022: Invest to end TB. Save lives.Preparing for a COVID-19-safe Ramadan in 2022: A virtual panel discussion with religious scholarsCrisis in Syria: 11 years on, health needs still urgentOfficial launch of the regional Professional Diploma in Family MedicineInternational Women’s Day calls for gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow
  • - February (4)
    Statement condemning killing of 8 polio health workers in AfghanistanWHO validates the elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in Saudi Arabia Qatari Prime Minister attends WHO ceremony awarding Healthy City status to Doha and Al Rayyan municipalities and designating Education City a Healthy Education CityRegional Director statement on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - January (6)
    In the battle against Omicron, vaccines continue to offer important protectionWorld Neglected Tropical Diseases Day: from Neglect to CareRegional Director statement on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO and IFRC partnership aims to build regional capacity in responding to key public health challengesStatement by WHO’s Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at the media briefing on COVID-19Attacks on health care in Sudan must stop now
• + 2021 (106)
  • - December (10)
    Statement by WHO’s Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on COVID-19Inequitable COVID-19 vaccination coverage in the Eastern Mediterranean Region is a missed opportunity to protect people from severe disease and deathInternational development, health and humanitarian agencies announce bold plans for Regional Health AllianceWHO and Kuwait Ministry of Health enhance health leadership with four-day courseUniversal Health Coverage Day: leave no one’s health behind 12 December 2021UNSSC and WHO build capacity of public health leaders amid uncertainty and crisisIslamic Advisory Group reiterates commitment to polio eradication and public health prioritiesWalk The Talk: A Global MovementWHO strengthens response to attacks on health care in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionOpening remarks of Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, at the COVID-19 press briefing, 1 December 2021
  • - November (6)
    Statement by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on COVID-19 Building capacity of frontline health care workforce on latest COVID-19 clinical management practices priority for WHOJoin global experts and stakeholders at the WHO Global E2P Summit to determine and advance evidence-informed policy-making in healthWHO Regional Director's statement on COVID-19High-level Syrian delegation of the Ministry of Health visits Oman to learn best practices in public health responseNew WHO course strengthens health diplomacy for the pandemic era in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - October (8)
    WHO delivers essential health supplies to SudanCountries in the Eastern Mediterranean Region use genome sequencing to monitor COVID-19 variantsRegional Director’s remarks during the press conference on the closure of RC68Meetings of the RC68th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanHigh-level engagement sustained during session on polio at the Sixty-eighth session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanRebuilding better and fairer: WHO 68th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean starts regular sessions today68th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in Cairo68th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean
  • - September (4)
    Statement by WHO's Regional Director at WHO's press briefing on Afghanistan and LebanonJoint statement by Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director General, and Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, on LebanonWHO Regional Director’s opening remarks at press briefing, LebanonStatement on COVID-19 by WHO’s Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean
  • - August (8)
    WHO health supplies land in AfghanistanSeven countries in the Region to participate in WHO’s Solidarity PLUS trialWHO Regional Director’s statement on AfghanistanAmidst Kabul airport blockage, WHO and UNICEF call for assistance to deliver critical health supplies to AfghanistanJoint statement on the occasion of World Humanitarian DayStatement on Afghanistan by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanEgypt receives third batch of 1 766 400 AstraZeneca vaccines through the COVAX FacilityStatement on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - July (9)
    Delta variant sparks current COVID-19 surge in the Eastern Mediterranean Region amid low vaccination coverageHajj 2021: Successful and safe hajj season during the COVID-19 pandemicWHO opens country office in BahrainStatement on the occasion of the Eid al-Adha feast by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanCOVID-19 situation critical in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionBahrain successfully vaccinates almost 70% of population with 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccineWHO joins World Mask Week to keep the world safe from COVID-19WHO welcomes extension of UN Security Council Resolution 2165 for cross-border aid into northwest SyriaRegional Director’s statement on COVID-19 in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region, 7 July 2021
  • - June (9)
    Update on COVID-19 in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement on the renewal of humanitarian lifeline to millions of people in north-west SyriaWHO opens country office in KuwaitWHO condemns attacks on hospital in Afrin, northwest SyriaA unified and whole-of-system approach necessary to make sure every child in Pakistan is vaccinated – WHO and UNICEFWHO announces simple, easy-to-say labels for SARS-CoV-2 Variants of Interest and ConcernUpdate on COVID-19 in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO tri-regional policy dialogue seeks solutions to challenges facing international mobility of health professionalsStatement on protection of health care in complex humanitarian emergencies
  • - May (10)
    More than 10 million cases of COVID-19 reported in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionOmani doctor on a mission to combat antimicrobial resistanceMany countries in the Eastern Mediterranean Region lagging behind in vaccination effortsWHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 20 MayEgypt receives second shipment of 1.77 million COVID-19 vaccines through the COVAX FacilityWHO Regional Director’s statement on the occasion of Eid al-FitrStrengthening ambulance services as part of the public health emergency response in SyriaPakistan receives first consignment of COVID-19 vaccines via COVAX FacilityWorld Hand Hygiene Day: ‘Seconds save lives – clean your hands’WHO signs agreement with the Arab Board of Health Specializations to promote family practice in the Region
  • - April (13)
    COVAX Facility allocating additional COVID-19 vaccines as countries push vaccination drivesOpening remarks by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, for the World Immunization Week press briefingWorld Malaria Day: let's draw the line against malariaWorld Immunization Week 2021Syria receives its first delivery of COVID-19 vaccines through the COVAX FacilityWHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 14 AprilStatement on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean 57,600 COVID-19 vaccine doses received today in TripoliVaccines now an effective weapon against COVID-19 in all countries of the Eastern Mediterranean RegionIslamic Republic of Iran receives first delivery of COVID-19 vaccines through COVAX FacilityWorld Health Day 2021: Together we can reach a fairer and healthier worldWHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 1 April854 400 COVID-19 vaccine doses shipped by COVAX Facility to Egypt
  • - March (21)
    The World Health Organization is committed to ensuring fair distribution of COVID-19 vaccine to the whole of SyriaYemen receives 360 000 COVID-19 vaccine doses through the COVAX FacilityRamadan campaign 2021 key messagesReport of the Commission on Social Determinants of Health in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionRemarks of the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean for the Brussels Syria side eventFirst batch of COVID-19 vaccines delivered through COVAX Facility arrives in LebanonNew report provides groundbreaking insights into the state of health inequities in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWorld Tuberculosis Day 2021: it’s time to keep our promisesWHO condemns attacks on residential neighbourhoods in AleppoArrival of first wave consignment of COVAX COVID-19 vaccine dosesWHO gears up support to countries holding mass gatherings in the Eastern Mediterranean COVID-19 vaccines rolled out in the Eastern Mediterranean Region amid continued upsurge in casesTunisia receives first batch of COVID-19 vaccines through COVAX FacilityRegional ministerial working group highlights achievements and challenges as vaccines start rolling out in the RegionRegional Subcommittee on Polio Eradication and Outbreaks holds inaugural meetingWebinar on the report of the Regional Commission on Social Determinants of Health: building back fairerStatement by WHO's Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the 10th year of the Syria crisisCanada and WHO join efforts to strengthen newborn health in Tunisia in the context of COVID-19First shipment of European Union-funded COVID-19 vaccines from COVAX Facility arrives in JordanFirst COVID-19 vaccines arrive in DjiboutiSudan receives first delivery of COVID-19 vaccines with over 800 000 doses
  • - February (5)
    WHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 15 FebruaryOccupied Palestinian territory and Tunisia notified of indicative allocation of COVID-19 vaccine doses during first half of 2021 via COVAX FacilityGlimmer of hope: COVID-19 vaccines roll out in countries of the Eastern Mediterranean RegionHealth care workers in the time of COVID-19, stories of heroes, part 2King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre supports infection prevention and control programme in Sindh Province, Pakistan
  • - January (3)
    WHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 27 JanuaryWHO launches new road map to prevent, control, eliminate and eradicate 20 neglected tropical diseases by 2030Five million COVID-19 cases reported in WHO's Eastern Mediterranean Region
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  • - December (9)
    Meeting exceptional challenges togetherFallen soldiers: the heroic health workers losing the battle against COVID-19WHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 23 DecemberNew COVID-19 strain: What do we know to date?WHO encourages avoiding non-essential travel and large gatherings to prevent surges in COVID-19 post festivities this holiday seasonThe Regional Health Alliance: A partnership towards achieving Health For All By AllHealth for All by All: PROTECT EVERYONEWHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 8 DecemberIslamic Advisory Group reiterates commitment to polio eradication amid COVID-19 pandemic
  • - November (1)
    WHO Regional Director's statement for virtual press briefing, 19 November
  • - October (5)
    Statement by WHO Director of Programme Management on COVID-19 pandemicStatement of the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the closing of the 67th session of the Regional CommitteeCOVID-19 dominates discussion of the 67th WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanVirtual 67th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanUN agencies launch “Learning is Back”, a song on return to learning in the Middle East and North Africa
  • - September (7)
    WHO Regional Director's press briefing statement on vaccine development and COVAX Facility for COVID-19Health worker safety: a priority for patient safetyStatement by WHO's Regional Director on a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in the RegionPolio programme accelerates efforts to respond to new polio outbreaks in Sudan and YemenStatement by the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the importance of preventative measures in controlling the COVID-19 pandemicWHO and partners launch training resource on primary health care practice in the context of COVID-19Statement by WHO's Regional Director on an upsurge in the number of COVID-19 cases in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - August (9)
    Statement by WHO's Regional Director on COVID-19 developments in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari congratulates the African Region on becoming wild poliovirus-freeStatement by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director, on World Humanitarian DayStatement by WHO's Regional Director on the search for a COVID-19 vaccineStatement by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean on the deaths of children in Syria’s Al Hol campLebanon press briefing statementWHO requires US$ 15 million to support immediate Beirut blast response and ensure vital health and disease prevention activities are maintainedStatement by WHO's Regional Director on standing with the people of Lebanon following deadly Beirut blastPlane carrying WHO trauma and surgical supplies arrives in Beirut, Lebanon
  • - July (10)
    Africa closes in on one million COVID-19 casesStatement by WHO's Regional Director on the need for continued vigilance during the COVID-19 pandemicSafe practices during Eid al-Adha in the context of COVID-19Member States must take action to ensure the safety and health of migrant and displaced populations, warn WHO and IOMOne million patients reported as recovered from COVID-19 in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement by WHO's Regional Director on the evolving COVID-19 pandemic in the RegionStatement by WHO's Regional Director on maintaining routine influenza surveillance during the COVID-19 pandemicAfrica records over 500 000 COVID-19 casesCOVID-19 presents opportunities for greater collaboration on the SDGS, says WHO’s Regional DirectorStatement by WHO Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19
  • - June (10)
    Joining forces to manage the ‘infodemic’Over one million COVID-19 cases reported in WHO's Eastern Mediterranean RegionSaudi Arabia limits number of pilgrims taking part in this year's hajjEU, WHO to strengthen Sudan’s COVID-19 response and health systemStatement by WHO Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19UN and partners launch guidelines to address the needs of most vulnerable groups during COVID-19Transmission of COVID-19 by asymptomatic casesStatement by WHO's Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on the COVID-19 pandemic in the RegionWorld Blood Donor Day, 14 June 2020COVID-19: Keeping Morocco’s mothers and babies safe
  • - May (6)
    Food crisis likely to worsen in the Middle East and North Africa as COVID-19 continuesStatement by WHO's Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on regional solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemicEngaging young people in the response to COVID-19 in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement on COVID-19 by WHO's Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Ahmed Al-MandhariWorld Hand Hygiene Day: Nurses and midwives, clean care is in your hands!Statement by WHO’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean on COVID-19 in Yemen
  • - April (7)
    Statement by WHO's Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on our collective fight against COVID-19WHO urges countries to continue lifesaving immunization services during the COVID-19 pandemicStatement by WHO's Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on Ramadan during the pandemicStatement by WHO's Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionCOVID-19 cases in Africa top 10 000World Health Day 2020: Let’s show our support for nurses and midwivesStatement by the Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - March (8)
    Statement by the Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO delegation concludes COVID-19 technical mission to Egypt WHO, Saudi Arabia join forces to fight COVID-19 nationally, regionally and globallyDjibouti joins global action to prevent COVID-19 as first case is confirmed in the countryStatement by the Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement by Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionFirst Regional Health Forum for "Stronger Collaboration, Better Health"Statement by the Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean
  • - February (2)
    Update on COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWorld Cancer Day 2020: a call to step up cancer services
  • - January (2)
    WHO confirms first cases of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionWHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region scales up preparedness for novel coronavirus
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  • - December (3)
    Number of males using tobacco globally on the decline, showing that government-led control efforts work to save lives, protect health, beat tobaccoPoor nutrition is increasing rates of diabetes, cancers, heart attacks and stroke Universal Health Coverage: Keep the Promise
  • - November (4)
    Statement by the World Health Organization Regional Office for the Eastern MediterraneanWHO establishes Commission on Social Determinants of Health for the Eastern Mediterranean RegionExperts and researchers review regional preparedness for pandemic influenza and other respiratory diseasesWorld Antibiotic Awareness Week
  • - October (5)
    Sixty-sixth session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean concludes with 6 resolutions to address major health issues and enhance country capacities Strengthening primary health care to achieve universal health coverage by 2030 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionThe 66th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in TehranSixty-sixth Session of WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean in Islamic Republic of IranWHO mobile clinics deployed to Islamic Republic of Iran
  • - September (5)
    Broken food systems and poor diets are increasing rates of obesityWHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean concludes visit to SomaliaOn World Patient Safety Day “Speak up for Patient Safety”Islamic Advisory Group expresses concern on interrupted vaccination activities and calls on international community to join hands to end polioWHO statement on attacks against health care in north-west Syria
  • - August (4)
    WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region celebrates women on health front linesWHO statement on successful conclusion of hajj 1440/2019Hajj health and safety boosted by new Health Early Warning SystemWHO Regional Director's statement on Pakistan
  • - July (3)
    WHO launches new report on the global tobacco epidemicStatement on Iraq by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanStatement by WHO Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari on attacks on health care in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - June (4)
    First meeting of the Regional Parliamentary Forum for Health and Well-being opens in Tunis, TunisiaWHO welcomes Egypt’s support to 14 African countries in their fight against hepatitis CWorld Blood Donor Day 2019: save lives by donating blood regularlyStatement by the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari
  • - May (6)
    Don’t let tobacco take your breath awayWHO declares countries measles and rubella freeNurses and midwives are essential to achieving “Health for All by All”WHO condemns multiple attacks on health facilities in north-western SyriaUnited Nations Global Road Safety Week: Leadership for Road SafetyGlobal Hand Hygiene Day 2019: "Clean care for all – it’s in your hands"
  • - April (4)
    Statement by WHO Regional Director on World Malaria DayWorld Immunization Week 2019 stresses the importance of working together to leave no one behindWHO Regional Director expresses solidarity with flood victims in Islamic Republic of IranWorld Health Day 2019: WHO and partners join hands in solidarity for universal health coverage
  • - March (3)
    WHO to release Arabic version of package on health system response to violence against women and girlsWorld TB Day 2019: It’s time for action! It’s time to End TB.Global Ministerial Summit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, calls to promote patient safety in low- and middle-income countries
  • - February (2)
    High-level meeting on institutional capacity for use of evidence in health policy-makingGlobal conference calls for action to prevent suffering and disability from mycetoma
  • - January (3)
    Intercountry meeting to fight malnutrition in the RegionConsultation aims to strengthen country capacity in monitoring progress towards national and global targetsWHO Director-General and WHO Regional Director conclude joint official visit to Afghanistan and Pakistan; polio eradication high on agenda
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  • - December (4)
    WHO Regional Director praises Pakistan’s strong political commitment to achieving universal health coverage on official visitUniversal Health Coverage Day 2018 Patient Solidarity Day 2018: Action to ensure safe medication and health care for allParliamentarians from the Eastern Mediterranean Region join WHO’s call for action and solidarity towards achieving universal health coverage for everyone, everywhere
  • - November (3)
    Working together for a healthier RegionWorld Antibiotic Awareness Week 2018 in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement on Yemen by Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean
  • - October (4)
    Why is it so important to eradicate polio? The 65th Session of WHO’s Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean concludes in Khartoum calling for solidarity and Health for All by AllWHO’s Regional Committee discusses regional priorities 65th Session of WHO’s Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in Khartoum
  • - September (4)
    Trachoma elimination: Iranians triumph against the world’s leading infectious cause of blindnessStatement attributable to Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, on the health situation in YemenSalalah Declaration signals countries’ firm commitment to universal health coverageIn landmark initiative, countries of the Region sign UHC2030 Global Compact to progress towards universal health coverage
  • - August (5)
    Ministerial meeting paves the way for universal health coverage in the RegionNo major public health events during hajj 2018 (1439 H) thanks to effective and timely preparedness by Saudi ArabiaEarly warning surveillance system implemented in Saudi Arabia for this year’s hajjWorld Humanitarian Day 20183 in 5 babies not breastfed in first hour of life
  • - July (1)
    WHO thanks Kuwait for generous support to the people of Yemen
  • - June (4)
    World Refugee Day 2018World Blood Donor Day: Be there for someone else. Give blood. Share life.Safeguarding health during storm season: preparedness and emergency response in the Gulf of AdenWorld Environment Day 2018: a call to “Beat plastic pollution”
  • - May (8)
    World No Tobacco Day 2018: Tobacco breaks heartsDr Ahmed Al-Mandhari appointed as WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanWHO launches business case for immunization in Africa at the World Health AssemblyDr Ahmed Salim Saif Al Mandhari nominated as WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanSubmissions for the State of Kuwait Prize for the Control of Cancer, Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement on the death of a WHO team member in SomaliaWorld Hand Hygiene Day 2018Statement by Dr Jaouad Mahjour, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean a.i. on International Day of the Midwife 2018
  • - April (6)
    9 out of 10 people worldwide breathe polluted airWHO Director-General visits Saudi ArabiaWorld Malaria Day 2018: We are ready to beat malariaInvesting in the health of Syrians is an investment in the future of Syria, WHO saysWorld Immunization Week 2018: Protected Together, #VaccinesWorkMember States to elect a new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean
  • - March (3)
    World Health Day 2018: Universal health coverage: everyone, everywhereWHO is providing urgent health services in response to displacements from AfrinGender-based violence in emergencies highlighted on International Women’s Day 2018
  • - February (3)
    Nursing Now campaign: empowering nurses to improve global healthWHO calls for sustainable solution to health sector power shortages in GazaWorld Cancer Day 2018: “We can. I can” meet the challenge
  • - January (2)
    High levels of antibiotic resistance found worldwide, new data showA new tool developed by WHO and academic partners supports systematic use of research evidence from qualitative studies for public health decision-making and guideline development
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  • - December (1)
    Universal Health Coverage Day: ensuring the right to health, leaving no one behind
  • - November (5)
    World AIDS Day 2017: HIV is treatable, test for HIVIslamic Advisory Group launches training manual on polio eradication, mother and child health and immunizationWHO gravely concerned by deteriorating situation in eastern Ghouta, Syrian Arab RepublicWorld Diabetes Day 2017 supports women’s rights to a healthy futureWorld Antibiotics Awareness Week 2017
  • - October (6)
    WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean mourns the death of Dr Mahmoud Fikri64th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean concludes in PakistanFirst day of the 64th Regional Committee of the Eastern Mediterranean focuses on polio eradication, health emergenciesPresident of Pakistan at inauguration of 64th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean in IslamabadWorld Mental Health Day: creating a supportive workplace for mental healthSixty-fourth Session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, 9–12 October 2017
  • - September (2)
    Effective preparedness for hajj 2017 (1438 H) pays off: no major public health events reportedWHO statement on successful conclusion of this year’s hajj
  • - August (1)
    Somalia celebrates 3 years polio-free: WHO urges continued caution
  • - July (3)
    WHO commemorates World Hepatitis Day in Pakistan GoS, WHO, FAO, and OIE fight antimicrobial resistance with new national planWHO and partners, including UNICEF, scale up efforts to minimize spread of acute watery diarrhoea/cholera in the Eastern Mediterranean Region
  • - June (4)
    Partnerships, empowerment and action: a multisectoral response to end gender-based violence against women and girls in Asia and the PacificWHO expresses thanks and appreciation to His Royal Highness, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, for his generous initiative to fund cholera response activities in YemenKing Salman Centre for Humanitarian Aid and Relief supports cholera response in YemenWorld Blood Donor Day: Don’t wait until disaster strikes. Give blood now.
  • - May (7)
    Japan's support to WHO boosts lifesaving health interventions for IDPs and refugees in Ninewa, Erbil and DuhokWHA side event discusses SDGs, polio eradication and emergenciesWHO’s Regional Director presents roadmap for WHO’s work in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionTobacco damages more than health; stop tobacco and drive sustainable developmentFourth UN Global Road Safety Week: speed management key to saving livesWHO responds to resurgent cholera in YemenPrime Minister of Tunisia Yousef El-Shahed honours WHO Regional Director Dr Mahmoud Fikri at World Congress on Road Safety
  • - April (9)
    “Fight antibiotic resistance … it’s in your hands”WHO Regional Director meets Sudanese President Omar Al BashirWorld Immunization Week 2017: #VaccinesWorkWHO's Regional Director launches National Immunization Week in LebanonWHO Regional Director meets Lebanese President H.E. Michel Aoun to discuss regional public health challengesNationwide immunization campaign protects 5 million children against polio in war-torn YemenFight stigma. Speak out about depressionWHO Regional Director met with H.E. President of Pakistan during his official visit to the countryWHO calls for increased support for health aid in Syria and refugee-hosting neighbouring countries
  • - March (7)
    Regional Director thanks United Arab Emirates for support of Polio Eradication Initiative in PakistanWithin hours of opening its doors, Athbah trauma field hospital treats casualties from west MosulWorld TB Day: Unite to End TB and alleviate the suffering of millionsStatement by Dr Mahmoud Fikri on the occasion of International Women's Day, WHO Regional DirectorWHO responds to reported use of chemical weapons agents in East Mosul, IraqWHO airlifts cholera and tuberculosis medical supplies to YemenWHO steps up medical preparations in response to west Mosul operations
  • - February (4)
    WHO scales up response in Somalia as drought-affected populations face difficult situationRegional Director meets Egyptian Minister of Health and PopulationUrgently needed medicines and medical supplies delivered to east MosulUrgent routine immunization services to resume in Ninewa
  • - January (3)
    Historic commitment from African Heads of State to advance immunization in AfricaEfforts ongoing to provide trauma care to people in need in Mosul, IraqMahmoud Fikri appointed as Regional Director for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region
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  • - December (1)
    WHO responds to increasing health needs in Aleppo, Syria
  • - November (7)
    WHO releases latest health access report for the occupied Palestinian territoryWorld AIDS Day 2016: “Dignity above all”WHO denounces false reporting regarding IraqWHO denies false claims recently publishedMorocco eliminates trachoma – the leading infectious cause of blindnessSecond World Antibiotic Awareness Week, 14–20 November 2016Survey reveals extent of damage to Yemen's health system
  • - October (6)
    WHO releases emergency funds to support cholera response in YemenWHO and partners gear up to safeguard lives of displaced persons fleeing MosulAttack targets health facility in Hama, SyriaThe Ministry of Public Health and Population announces cholera cases in YemenDr Fikri from United Arab Emirates nominated as WHO Regional DirectorRegional Committee discusses public health achievements
  • - September (7)
    63rd session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean opens in CairoWHO releases country estimates on air pollution exposure and its health impactAt UN, global leaders commit to act on antimicrobial resistanceNo major public health event reported during the pilgrimage: WHO concludes its mission to Saudi ArabiaThousands of health workers supporting pilgrims as they move to Arafat MountainWHO and African Union collaborate to strengthen routine immunization programmes across AfricaPreparations for the upcoming pilgrimage: heat exhaustion and respiratory diseases are a priority
  • - August (5)
    Almost daily, health care is targeted in SyriaWHO condemns attack on Abs Hospital and calls for protection of health staff and facilities in YemenHospitals turned into graveyards: child and maternity hospital in Aleppo hitWHO condemns attack on Quetta Civil Hospital, PakistanKing Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre supports WHO’s health response in Yemen
  • - July (3)
    World Breastfeeding Week 2016: enabling conditions needed to support mothers to breastfeed anytime, anywhereWHO calls to put hepatitis C medicines within the reach of patientsWHO condemns multiple attacks on Syrian hospitals
  • - June (9)
    WHO condemns attacks on multiple health facilities in Benghazi, LibyaClarification on a MERS-CoV case in Saudi ArabiaWHO again reaches East Ghouta, Syria, with supplies of lifesaving treatmentsRegional Director’s statement on the occasion of World Refugee Day 2016WHO expresses concern over disease outbreaks in its response to Fallujah crisisWHO reaches more people in need with lifesaving treatments in DumaWorld Blood Donor Day 2016: Blood connects us all Share blood. Save livesWHO condemns attacks on multiple health facilities in Aleppo, SyriaVaccination campaign at risk as fighting intensifies in Syria
  • - May (7)
    WHO condemns attack on Benghazi Medical Center in Benghazi, LibyaWorld No Tobacco Day, 31 May 2016: Get ready for plain packagingWHO condemns attack on Jableh hospital in SyriaLife-saving initiatives: Government of Japan supports WHO in IraqDelivering health care in crises: attacks on health care and the need for compliance to international humanitarian lawKing Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre continues its health support to YemenFifth health diplomacy seminar convenes in Cairo
  • - April (6)
    WHO urges health care providers to clean their hands to reduce infectionsUnited Nations partners renew commitment to end preventable newborn deathsNational polio immunization campaign concludes in YemenPeople with diabetes can live healthy and productive lives if the condition is diagnosed early and managed effectivelyWHO condemns attack on Ma’arib Hospital, YemenNew WHO policy aims to lower sugar intake to fight obesity and overweight in the Region
  • - March (7)
    Health situation in Yemen critical as violent conflict enters second yearA healthier environment could save thousands of lives a year in the Eastern Mediterranean RegionHumanitarian sign of hope 5 years into the Syrian conflict: WHO increases its response to reach more peopleWHO Regional Director calls for urgent funding to support Syria health responseCountries urged to enhance preparedness and readiness measures for Zika virus infection in the RegionLife-saving medical supplies reach besieged city in SyriaMinisterial conference concludes with pledge to improve access to vaccines
  • - February (8)
    WHO reaches 5 besieged areas in Syria with life-saving medicinesWorld Health Organization responds to growing health needs in Yemen, calls for increased access WHO condemns multiple attacks on health facilities in the Syrian Arab RepublicWHO and Ministry of Health of Iraq endorse joint programme of cooperation for 2016–2017Following months of blocked access, WHO medical supplies reach Taiz City, YemenWHO welcomes unprecedented international support for SyriansWHO and Ministry of Health endorse joint action to meet health needs and challenges in IraqWHO calls on countries of the Region to take steps to prevent Zika virus
  • - January (8)
    Zika virus diseaseLibya conflict lingers leaving nearly 2 million in need of health careReducing preventable cancer deaths in the RegionWorld Health Organization to open new regional centre for emergencies and polioWHO Regional Director's statement on urgent and immediate access into Taiz City for delivery of health suppliesUNICEF and WHO appeal for the lifting of siege on communities in SyriaWHO Regional Director and Minister of Health of Yemen discuss Yemen's critical health needsWHO calls for immediate access to Taiz City to deliver life-saving health supplies
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  • - December (4)
    WHO delivers medical aid for 1.2 million people in Taiz, Yemen, during ceasefireWHO: Urgent support needed to provide health services for 15 million people in YemenPatient Solidarity Day focuses on health as a human rightWHO estimates global burden of foodborne diseases
  • - November (3)
    WHO calls upon decision-makers to treat all people living with HIVLaunch of first World Antibiotics Awareness Week from 16 to 22 November 2015Iraq completes round one of oral cholera vaccination campaign
  • - October (8)
    WHO responds to health needs following earthquake in Afghanistan and PakistanWorld Polio Day: statement by Dr Ala Alwan, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern MediterraneanWorld Polio Day: polio outbreak stopped in Middle East, experts remain cautiousWHO responds to deteriorating health situation in Taiz, Yemen62nd session of the WHO Regional Committee concludes in KuwaitRegional Committee continues discussions on strategic health prioritiesWHO Regional Committee opens in Kuwait; highlights WHO's role in emergency response62nd Session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, Kuwait, 5–8 October 2015
  • - September (2)
    Months of health preparations in place as hajj pilgrimage beginsWHO leads discussion on the marketing of unhealthy food and beverages to children
  • - August (1)
    Regional Director’s statement on the occasion of World Humanitarian Day 2015
  • - July (2)
    Egypt marks World Hepatitis Day in CairoWorld Hepatitis Day in Egypt focuses on hepatitis B and C prevention
  • - June (1)
    World Blood Donor Day 2015: blood donation saves lives
  • - May (4)
    Stop illicit trade of tobacco products: World No Tobacco Day 2015WHO Regional Director calls for respect and safety for health care workers and facilitiesHealth diplomacy seminar highlights importance of engaging in global health issues for countries of the RegionWHO pushes the health diplomacy agenda forward in fourth high-level seminar in Cairo
  • - April (3)
    WHO warns of imminent collapse of health care services in YemenWHO delivers life-saving health supplies into YemenWorld Health Day 2015: From farm to plate, make food safe
  • - March (4)
    Millions of Syrians endure deteriorating health crisis: WHO calls for increased fundingWHO Regional Director reviews health situation in Iraq and sounds alarm on diminishing health response due to limited fundingWHO Regional Director inaugurates primary health care centre and hands over urgently needed mobile medical clinics and ambulances to health authorities in Dohuk, IraqInternational Women's Day 2015: "Empowering women; empowering humanity"
  • - February (3)
    WHO supports tax increase on cigarettes in EgyptImmunization leaders call for increased political support for immunization in PakistanSomalia polio free for 6 months but UN says vaccination campaigns must continue as risks remain
  • - January (2)
    WHO deplores attacks on health workers and health facilities in Afghanistan, Sudan and YemenWHO and health partners develop regional plan to improve Ebola readiness measures
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  • - November (1)
    Expert teams deployed to 13 countries to assess national preparedness and response to Ebola virus disease (EVD)
  • - October (6)
    61st Regional Committee concludes with new initiatives and action plans for health prioritiesMinisterial panel discussion calls for addressing the unopposed marketing of unhealthy products to prevent noncommunicable diseases61st session of the WHO Regional Committee opens in Tunisia61st Session of Regional Committee for Eastern Mediterranean, 19–22 October 2014Urgent work needed to prevent further loss of life in GazaWHO Regional Director visits occupied Palestinian territory to discuss strategic priorities
  • - September (4)
    Statement regarding interim findings of WHO assessment of deaths of children in Idleb governorate, SyriaJoint WHO/UNICEF statement regarding deaths of children in Idlib, northern SyriaWHO calls on countries to adopt comprehensive suicide prevention strategiesAmid ongoing conflict, Iraq completes massive polio campaign for children with support of UNICEF and WHO
  • - August (8)
    WHO recommits to ending preventable maternal and child deaths in SomaliaSaudi Arabia supports WHO's response to the Iraq crisisUrgently needed health supplies arrive in GazaWHO responds to health challenges facing people trapped on Iraq’s Mount SinjarWHO Regional Director visits Gaza and urges support for the health systemMass polio vaccination campaign, supported by WHO and UNICEF, begins in IraqUN mission visits remote Somalia to investigate polio outbreakUnited Nations warns of “rapidly unfolding” health disaster in Gaza
  • - July (4)
    WHO and the Syrian Arab Red Crescent reach eastern Aleppo and Mouadamiya in Rural DamascusWHO calls for the creation of a humanitarian corridor in GazaGaza: WHO calls on all parties to respect and protect health facilities, personnel and patientsUrgent funds required to prevent the collapse of health services in occupied Palestinian territory
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    WHO responds to deteriorating humanitarian situation in Iraq“Give blood for those who give life”: World Blood Donor Day 2014WHO concludes a MERS-CoV risk assessment mission in the United Arab Emirates
  • - May (7)
    Raise taxes on tobacco: A sound policy with a powerful impact on health and the economyFirst round of health journalism training successfully coming to an endHRH Princess Muna Al-Hussein chairs nursing and midwifery forumWHO reaffirms exclusively humanitarian purpose of public health programmesWHO concludes MERS-CoV mission in Saudi ArabiaHigh-level meeting moves health diplomacy agenda forwardWHO statement on the meeting of the International Health Regulations Emergency Committee concerning the international spread of wild poliovirus
  • - April (6)
    WHO holds third regional seminar on health diplomacy in CairoCelebrating World Immunization Week 2014 in the Region “Are you up to date?”WHO vigilant on new Middle East respiratory syndrome developmentsLebanon launches nationwide polio immunization campaignWHO supports provision of vital medicines in Syria with funding from the Government of Kuwait, 9 April 2014World Health Day 2014: small bite, big threat
  • - March (3)
    World TB Day 2014: a call to find, treat and cure all TB patientsPolio outbreak response under way to protect children in five highest-risk countriesInternational Ear Care Day 2014: avoiding hearing loss
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  • - January (3)
    WHO calls on international community to support health needs of Syrians in Syria and neighbouring countries in 2014UN, humanitarian community urge protection, access to aid for Syrian childrenUNICEF and WHO in Syria condemn the interruption of a polio immunization campaign in Al-Raqa
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  • - December (2)
    Iraq scales up efforts to improve maternal and child health in line with Dubai Declaration commitmentsSyrian Arab Republic: put polio risk above all other interests
  • - November (4)
    Safe roads for allWHO update on polio outbreak in Middle EastOver 20 million children to be vaccinated in Syria and neighbouring countries against polioProgress of HIV epidemiological research in the region
  • - October (4)
    Sixtieth session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern MediterraneanSaving lives through inclusionEMHJ introduces an online submission and peer review systemIncreasing health vulnerability with over 780 000 Syrian refugees in Lebanon
  • - September (1)
    WHO supports Syria’s first specialized burns unit to meet growing need for treatment
  • - August (3)
    Sudan scales up efforts to improve maternal and child healthFloods hit Eastern Mediterranean RegionStatement by the WHO Regional Director on World Humanitarian Day 2013
  • - July (5)
    Breastfeeding support: close to mothersHepatitis, the silent killer: know it … confront itEmergency Committee advises on MERS-CoV, 17 July 2013In focus: WHO supports health of Syrian refugees in IraqMore than half of the world’s refugees from the Region
  • - June (3)
    Global report highlights impact of violence on women’s healthJordan says health services overstretched to capacity, seeks urgent supportGive the gift of life: donate blood
  • - May (1)
    Ban tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship
  • - April (7)
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  • - February (4)
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  • - January (7)
    High-level commitment to save the lives of mothers and children in the Region, 30 January 2013Ministers of health meet to accelerate progress in saving the lives of mothers and children in the Region, 28 January 2013Syrians experiencing critical shortages in life-saving medicines, 24 January 2013WHO scales up response to crisis in Syrian Arab Republic, 15 January 2013Women’s health in Islam: addressing harmful traditional practices, 14 January 2013Technical consultative meeting on novel human coronavirus, 14–15 January 2013High-level meeting on saving the lives of mothers and children in the Region, 29–30 January 2013
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  • - December (4)
    Key health milestones in 2012, 24 December 2012Measles and polio vaccination campaign targets 2.5 million children in the Syrian Arab Republic, 6 December 2012Standing up to the “epidemic” of violence against women, 9 December 2012Human Rights Day, 10 December 2012: My Voice Counts
  • - November (5)
    World AIDS Day, 1 December 2012: testing and counselling is crucial to get to zeroInternational Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, 25 NovemberWorld Health Organization concerned over the emergency situation in the Gaza Strip, 17 November 2012World Diabetes Day: Let's protect our future, 11 November 2012World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2012, 18 November 2012
  • - October (5)
    World Polio DayResponding to urban health challenges in the RegionWorld Sight Day, 11 October 2012World Mental Health Day, 10 October 201259th session of the Regional Committee concludes, 4 October 2012
  • - September (7)
    Novel coronavirus infection: update, 25 September 2012Novel coronavirus infection in the United Kingdom, 23 September 2012Fifty-ninth Session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, 2 October 2012Reduction of child mortality in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, 18 September 2012Saudi Arabia hosts a conference on healthy lifestyles and non-communicable diseases in the Arab world and the Middle East, 5 September 2012Countries urged to adopt stronger tobacco control measures following Australia’s victory, 4 September 2012World Suicide Prevention Day 2012, 10 September 2012
  • - August (4)
    Nodding syndrome: a devastating illness, 30 August 2012World Humanitarian Day 2012: people helping peopleSyrian Arab Republic experiencing severe shortages in medicines, 14 August 2012Government of Pakistan reiterates its commitment to polio eradication efforts, 12 August 2012
  • - July (5)
    August 1–7 is World Breastfeeding Week, 1 August 2012World Hepatitis Day 2012, 26 July 2012The Grand Imam of Al-Azhar urges parents to ensure their children receive polio vaccination, 22 July 2012WHO and African policy-makers address health financing, 8 July 2012Iraq joins the Global Stop TB Partnership, 5 July 2012
  • - June (6)
    Improving road safety in Egypt, 1 July 2012Improving national health accounting systems for better health care, 25 June 2012Delivering immunization services in times of crisis, 14 July 2012Visit of the Minister of Health of Morocco to the WHO Regional Office fosters stronger cooperation, 13 June 2012World Blood Donor Day 2012, 11 June 2012Scaling up noncommunicable disease prevention and control in Oman, 10 June 2012
  • - May (2)
    South Sudan: WHO’s newest Member State, 14 May 2012Stop tobacco industry interference in tobacco control, 31 May 2012
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