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18 million more girls in South Asia could suffer from anaemia by 2030: WHO
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
As per WHO-SEARO, in response, for the first time, governments from seven South Asian countries have come together to take collective action against anaemia.
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WHO Regional Director Saima Wazed conferred Mental Health Award 2025
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, Saima Wazed, on Tuesday was felicitated with the Mental Health Award 2025 at the 24th Annual International Mental Health Conference in Thailand.
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"Yoga for One Earth, One Health," reminds us of connect between ours and p
Updated : 9 months ago IST
Ahead of the International Day of Yoga, Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia spoke about this year's theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," reminds us of the deep connection between our well-being and the health of our planet, in her remarks.
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Maldives, Thailand sign MoU on health; WHO lauds collaboration
Updated : 10 months ago IST
The Maldives and Thailand signed a new health cooperation MoU on the sidelines of the World Health Assembly in Geneva, focusing on primary health care, regulatory capacity, health workforce training, and sustainable health financing. WHO praised the move as a model of solidarity and innovati
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Saima Wazed gives call to make walking, cycling safe for all on 8th UN Glo
Updated : 10 months, 1 week ago IST
Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia gaver a call to make walking and cycling safe for everyone. She made the remarks on the occasion of the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week.
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"Need unwavering commitment to reach all children with essential vaccines"
Updated : 11 months ago IST
On the occasion of the World Immunisation Week, WHO Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia, shared insights on the goal of World Immunisation Week and elaborated on the 2025 theme-- "Immunisation for all is humanly possible."
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"Malaria ends with us," WHO regional head Saima Wazed urges for political
Updated : 11 months ago IST
On World Malaria Day, observed annually on April 25, Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia, emphasised the need for continued investment and political commitment in the fight against malaria.
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"Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures": WHO dedicates World Health Day 2025
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In her message on World Health Day, Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia, highlighted WHO's history and noted that the establishment of a specialized international health organization was first proposed in April 1945, when diplomats met in San Francisco to form the United N
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Saima Wazed highlights achievements of South East Asia, gives call to end
Updated : 12 months ago IST
Regional Director of the World Health Organisation (WHO) South East Asia, Saima Wazed expressed confidence towards the commitment to end tuberculosis (TB) on World TB Day 2025.
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Saima Wazed brings attention to oral health on World Oral Health Day to be
Updated : 1 year ago IST
On the occasion of World Oral Health Day, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia, Saima Wazed brought attention towards the need for prioritising oral health to tackle diseases and bring about positive health outcomes in South-East Asia.
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WHO emphasises on rights, equality and empowerment on International Women'
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia, said in a statement, "this year's theme 'For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment', calls for actions to unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all women and girls, for a future where no one is left behind. Empow
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World Hearing Day: WHO South-East Asia promotes hearing health with 5 key
Updated : 1 year ago IST
On the occasion of World Hearing Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia region is emphasizing the importance of hearing health and promoting five key strategies to prevent hearing loss and promote ear care.
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